curious metallics

Curious Metallics - Metals is part of the Curious Collection, an innovative and creative range of products, consisting of five sub-brands: Metallics, Touch, Translucents, Particles and Plastics

  • Available in 24 metal effect alloy colours and 12 unique embossings to add extra dimension
  • Smooth surface which performs superbly with diverse print techniques
  • Complementary envelopes offered in DL, C5 and 170x170mm
  • Exclusive to the Robert Horne Group in the UK
  • UK mill stock available
  • Mill makings have a 3 week lead-time
  • Bendtsen smoothness reading
  • Elemental chlorine free
  • FSC certified product
  • Fully recyclable and biodegradable
  • Produced at a mill that holds ISO 14001 certificate
  • Matching envelopes available
  • Suitable inks required - contact our Technical Services for advice

Applications

  • annual reports
  • book/brochure covers
  • calendars
  • catalogues
  • cd/dvd covers
  • certificates
  • corporate literature
  • diaries
  • direct mail
  • envelope production
  • gift bags
  • greeting cards
  • inserts
  • magazines
  • menus
  • notebooks/pads
  • packaging - luxury
  • point of purchase/sale
  • posters
  • presentation stationery
  • promotional print
  • show cards
  • tickets
  • wallets and folders
  • wrapping paper

Available In


 
Anodised
Blue steel
Cappuccino
Caramel
Cryogen white
Europa ivory
Galvanised
Gold leaf
Ice gold
Ice silver
Ionised
Lustre
Morphing mauve
Plasma blue
Rusted
Virtual pearl
White gold
 120 g/m2
450 x 640
120 g/m2
700 x 1000
240 g/m2
700 x 1000
250 g/m2
640 x 900
300 g/m2
450 x 640
300 g/m2
700 x 1000
Anodised     o o
Blue steel      o
Cappuccino  o     o
Caramel      o
Cryogen white o o o    
Europa ivory  o o    
Galvanised  o     
Gold leaf  o   o   o
Ice gold o o   o o o
Ice silver  o     o
Ionised  o   o   o
Lustre o    o   
Morphing mauve  o o    
Plasma blue  o     
Rusted    o   
Virtual pearl  o o    
White gold o o   o   o

Sizes shown in mm.

o Ream wrapped.
+ Bulk packed on pallets.
Ream wrapped or bulk packed on pallets.

curious metallics iridescent

Environmental Information

Fibre source
Virgin wood fibre from various countries
Bleaching
Pulp is bleached using an Elemental Chlorine Free (ECF) process
Disposal
This material can be disposed of by recycling, incineration for energy recovery or is biodegradable

Additional Information

Technical Information

Substance g/m2 (approx)120170240
Caliper µm (approx)150205300
Smoothness (Bendtsen) ml/min TS250200230
Smoothness (Bendtsen) ml/min WS250225280
Rigidity (Taber Stiffness Units) 15° MD7.823.563
Rigidity (Taber Stiffness Units) 15° CD4.314.836
Surface pH>7>7>7

Technical Capability

Printing process
Litho and screen. Due to the natural characteristics of metallic/iridescent papers, deep solid areas of black or blue may be difficult to achieve. On press, it is normal for some of the special surface coating to transfer to the blanket. Blankets are likely to require cleaning after 4000 impressions or more.
Screen ruling
150 screen. Under colour removal may be required on jobs with large dark areas.
Printing inks
Fully oxidising. Laser stable inks for subsequent laser printing.
Embossing
Yes
Varnishing
Screen UV varnishing is the only method to achieve a good gloss finish on this absorbent paper. Ensure sheet is pre-sealed with acrylic or glycol sealer. A matt UV varnish must be laid down prior to gloss UV varnishing. Repeat varnishings may be required. Other machine varnish applications are not recommended.
Sealing
Sealers can be used to avoid marking during further processing and handling, although the papers metallic nature will be compromised.
Hot foil blocking
Yes, laser grade foil available
Film laminating
The paper accepts laminates easily, although some 'silvering' may occur. Increase laminating pressure and apply excess adhesive to help reduce silvering. Laminates will reduce or negate the metallic effect.
Creasing
To guarantee good folding results, pre-creasing is recommended for grammages of 170g/m² and above. Creases should be made parallel to the grain of the board. A creasing rule and matrix system should also be used. Fold into the bead for prominent folds.
Spraying
The use of spray powder with a particle size of 35 microns or above is recommended when printing board weights.
Binding & gluing
It is possible to bond metallic sheets to themselves (duplexing) and to other materials using hot-melt or acrylic type adhesives. When using spiral and comb-type bindings, ensure that the cutters are kept sharp. Rounded holes perform best. Metallics can be saddle-stitched, section sewn and perfect bound.
Laser guaranteed
120g paper weights, except Hades, are guaranteed for pre-printing and subsequent printing with all desktop laser and inkjet machines (subject to each printers manufacturers guidance on grammage and use).
Inkjet guaranteed
120g paper weights, except Hades, are guaranteed for pre-printing and subsequent printing with all desktop laser and inkjet machines (subject to each printers manufacturers guidance on grammage and use).

Accreditation

  • Produced at a mill that is certified to the ISO14001 environmental management standard
  • FSC Mixed Sources product from well managed forests and other controlled sources

Purchasing Policy

The Robert Horne Group is committed to the responsible purchasing of paper products. This commitment will be realised through a stepwise approach to responsible purchasing that utilises the best available techniques and information. Robert Horne requires its suppliers to abide by all local, state and national laws and international conventions. For further information and full Responsible Paper Purchasing Policy, visit:http://www.roberthorne.co.uk/environment

curious metallics metal

Environmental Information

Fibre source
Virgin wood fibre from various countries
Bleaching
Pulp is bleached using an Elemental Chlorine Free (ECF) process
Disposal
This material can be disposed of by recycling, incineration for energy recovery or is biodegradable

Additional Information

Technical Information

Substance g/m2 (approx)120250300
Caliper µm (approx)170350440
Smoothness (Bendtsen) ml/min TS80011001100
Smoothness (Bendtsen) ml/min WS90011001100
Rigidity (Taber Stiffness Units) 15° MD8.180145
Rigidity (Taber Stiffness Units) 15° CD4.54174
Surface pH>7>7>7

Technical Capability

Printing process
Litho and screen. Due to the natural characteristics of metallic/iridescent papers, deep solid areas of black or blue may be difficult to achieve. On press, it is normal for some of the special surface coating to transfer to the blanket. Blankets are likely to require cleaning after 4000 impressions or more.
Screen ruling
150 screen. Under-colour removal may be required on jobs with large dark areas.
Printing inks
Fully oxidising. Laser stable inks for subsequent laser printing.
Embossing
Yes
Varnishing
Silk Screen UV varnishing is the only method to achieve a good gloss finish on this absorbent paper. Ensure sheet is pre-sealed with acrylic or glycol sealer. A matt UV varnish must be laid down prior to gloss UV varnishing. Repeat varnishings may be required. Other machine varnish applications are not recommended.
Sealing
Sealers can be used to avoid marking during further processing and handling, although the papers metallic nature will be compromised.
Hot foil blocking
Yes, laser grade foil available
Film laminating
The paper accepts laminates easily, although some 'silvering' may occur. Increase laminating pressure and apply excess adhesive to help reduce silvering. Laminates will reduce or negate the metallic effect.
Creasing
To guarantee good folding results, pre-creasing is recommended for grammages of 170g/m² and above. Creases should be made parallel to the grain of the board. A creasing rule and matrix system should also be used. Fold into the bead for prominent folds.
Spraying
The use of spray powder with a particle size of 35 microns or above is recommended when printing board weights.
Binding & gluing
It is possible to bond metallic sheets to themselves (duplexing) and to other materials using hot-melt or acrylic type adhesives. When using spiral and comb-type bindings, ensure that the cutters are kept sharp. Rounded holes perform best. Metallics can be saddle-stitched, section sewn and perfect bound.
Laser guaranteed
120g paper weights, except Hades, are guaranteed for pre-printing and subsequent printing with all desktop laser and inkjet machines (subject to each printers manufacturers guidance on grammage and use).
Inkjet guaranteed
120g paper weights, except Hades, are guaranteed for pre-printing and subsequent printing with all desktop laser and inkjet machines (subject to each printers manufacturers guidance on grammage and use).

Accreditation

  • Produced at a mill that is certified to the ISO14001 environmental management standard
  • FSC Mixed Sources product from well managed forests and other controlled sources

Purchasing Policy

The Robert Horne Group is committed to the responsible purchasing of paper products. This commitment will be realised through a stepwise approach to responsible purchasing that utilises the best available techniques and information. Robert Horne requires its suppliers to abide by all local, state and national laws and international conventions. For further information and full Responsible Paper Purchasing Policy, visit:http://www.roberthorne.co.uk/environment

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