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What Paper Stocks Does Bookvault Offer and Which Should I Choose?
Explore the paper stocks available from Bookvault and find the best option for novels, workbooks, journals, colouring books, photo books and more.
Choosing the right paper stock can make a big difference to how your finished book looks and feels.
Bookvault offers a range of paper stocks suited to different types of books, from lightweight cream paper for novels to thicker coated and uncoated stocks for image-heavy or interactive books.
70gsm Cream
A lightweight, cream-coloured paper commonly used for novels and long-form text.
It's easy on the eyes for extended reading and helps keep page counts and spine widths down on longer books.
White 80gsm Bond
A standard white, uncoated paper designed for everyday writing.
It works well with pens and pencils, making it suitable for:
- Workbooks
- Notepads
- Forms
- Journals
For colouring books, we recommend trying our 80gsm Bond paper first. If you'd prefer a thicker stock, you can consider upgrading to 170gsm Premium Bond.
80gsm Premium Cream
A slightly thicker cream paper that still retains the traditional novel feel.
It offers more opacity than 70gsm Cream, helping to reduce show-through while remaining comfortable for extended reading.
White 100gsm Coated
A smooth, coated paper that provides sharper text and better contrast than uncoated stocks.
It's best suited to academic or instructional books containing diagrams, charts or light imagery without heavy colour coverage.
White 115gsm Coated
A mid-weight coated paper that supports simple illustrations and graphics while remaining suitable for text-heavy layouts.
It can also be written on lightly, making it useful for mixed-content books containing notes or short exercises.
White 150gsm Coated
A heavier coated paper designed for strong colour reproduction and image clarity.
It's ideal for:
- Photo books
- Picture books
- Books containing lots of colour images
- Detailed artwork
White 170gsm Premium Bond
A thick, uncoated paper with a sturdy feel that holds up well to repeated handling.
It's particularly suitable for:
- Colouring books
- Journals
- Activity books
Its heavier weight also provides greater resistance to ink bleed-through than lighter stocks.
Which paper should I use for a colouring book?
We recommend trying White 80gsm Bond first.
If you'd prefer a thicker stock with greater resistance to ink bleed-through, White 170gsm Premium Bond is another option.
For the best outcome with colouring books, consider leaving a blank page between colouring designs. This can help prevent any ink that bleeds through, or is visible from the reverse, from affecting the content on the following page.
Which paper should I use for a notepad?
White 80gsm Bond is suitable for notepads because it's an uncoated stock designed for writing with pens and pencils.
For a thicker paper, you can also consider White 170gsm Premium Bond, depending on the finish you're looking for.
Can I see the paper stocks before choosing?
Yes. Bookvault can send you a sample pack containing all of our paper stock options, along with a Bookvault guide booklet.