Neenah Paper Royal Felt Natural White

Select the size from the finished document and choose the weight according to the required stiffness, printing method, and punch capacity. A cover should protect the edges without making the bound document difficult to open. Include tabs and inserts when measuring, and decide whether the cover should sit flush or extend slightly beyond the contents. Heavier paper can provide more structure but may need to be punched separately from the text sheets. The felt texture can make two stocks of similar weight feel different, so a sample is useful. Confirm that the chosen size fits the printer, punch guide, binding element, envelope, and storage system used for the finished job.

A window is practical when the first sheet carries a title, name, date, or project reference that changes between documents. It allows one textured cover style to support many recurring reports without printing directly on the front. The Royal Felt covers with windows offer several sizes, colours, and weights for this purpose. Measure the opening on the actual cover and keep important text well inside it. Printer scaling and sheet movement can shift the visible area, so bind one sample before production. A solid cover remains preferable when the full texture should remain uninterrupted or when a logo will be stamped or printed on the cover itself.

Printing suitability depends on the printer, toner or ink, paper path, cover weight, and the amount of surface texture. Confirm the printer's supported stock weight and use the recommended tray or straight paper path. Fine type and small details may print differently on a felt surface than on smooth paper, while broad colour areas can reveal texture more clearly. Test one sheet using the final artwork and allow the print to set before handling. Covers should be punched after printing when possible so the artwork can be aligned accurately with the bound edge. Keep printed sheets clean and flat to prevent scuffing or curl before binding.

The back cover can match the front for a coordinated paper finish or use another material when more durability is required. Consider how the document will be handled, stored, and placed on work surfaces. A clear or plastic back can resist wear, while matching paper creates a consistent appearance. The range of card stock covers can provide paper alternatives when a different colour or weight is preferred. Both covers must share the same outer dimensions and punch pattern. Assemble the front, contents, and back with the intended binding element to make sure the finished stack opens freely and the covers do not overpower the document thickness.