Paper for printing business cards

Start with weight, finish, printer compatibility, and budget. For professional, durable cards you typically want heavier stock (roughly 250–350 gsm) with a coated or matte finish to make colors pop and text legible. In this listing you’ll find Double A A4 printing paper at 70 gsm, sold in cartons of 5 reams, which is ideal for drafts, proofs, and everyday documents rather than final cards. If you plan real business cards, compare heavier stock options and consider printing a few proofs before proceeding with final orders.

GSM measures thickness; a higher GSM yields sturdier cards and better opacity. The listed 70 gsm is lightweight, which is great for drafts but not ideal for professional business cards. Finish influences color accuracy and glare—matte reduces glare and improves readability, while glossy boosts vibrancy. For final cards, opt for heavier, coated stock to achieve a premium look and durability.

For beginners or home printers, this 70 gsm paper is cost-effective for drafting layouts and proofs of business cards. It’s not the ideal choice for final, polished cards. Professional workflows typically rely on heavier stock and specialized card stock to ensure a premium feel and lasting impression.

Store the paper in its carton in a cool, dry place to prevent warping. Confirm your printer supports 70 gsm media and load the paper correctly to avoid jams. Keep printer rollers clean and feed one sheet at a time if you’re printing color proofs to maintain consistent results.

Yes—the Double A A4 printing paper series is known for reliable performance and consistent results in everyday printing and proofs. This listing features that series in a carton of 5 reams, making it a solid option for drafting business cards and test prints before moving to heavier stock for final cards.

Estimate by sheets: print two business cards per A4 sheet (two-up) and count how many sheets you have. With a carton of 5 reams (about 2,500 sheets), you can print roughly 5,000 cards if you use two cards per sheet. Divide your total printing cost by that card count to approximate the cost per card for drafts and proofs.