Paper Terms
Leather Grain Paper
Paper embossed with leather patterns; heavier gsm for covers, lighter gsm for wrapping.
Leather grain paper is embossed to mimic hide, and grain depth varies widely: deep grain gives a strong leather presence for catalogue covers, tenders and case binding, while shallow grain suits gift wrapping and book cases. Heavier gsm is stiff and scuff-resistant for presentation covers; lighter gsm folds and wraps easily for packaging. Fold peaks can crack or expose the base, so make fold samples before production.