BoardTalk

Why Does SBS Paperboard Work So Well for Printing?

When print quality matters, Solid Bleached Sulphate (SBS) paperboard is often a strong choice. Its clean white appearance, smooth surface and consistent construction make it well suited for applications where graphics, color reproduction and presentation are important.

But what makes SBS such an effective printing substrate?

Pasted Chipboard: Why Laminate Multiple Plies of Board?

When a chipboard application requires additional thickness, the solution isn't always a thicker single sheet. At certain calipers, multiple sheets of chipboard are laminated—or pasted—together to achieve the required finished thickness.

This is the basic principle behind pasted chipboard.

How Thick Is Paperboard? Caliper vs. U.S. Coins

Paperboard thickness is commonly measured in caliper, expressed in thousandths of an inch. One point equals .001", so a board measuring .060" thick is commonly referred to as 60-point board.

But what does .060" or .080" actually look and feel like?

Common U.S. coins provide an easy reference:

Coaster Board: More Than Just Something Under Your Beverage

When most people hear “coaster board,” they picture one thing: the small round or square piece of paperboard sitting under a cold drink.

That may be its most recognizable use, but it doesn't tell the whole story.

Paperboard vs Plastic Packaging: Which Is More Sustainable?

Americans can all feel good about using plastic because after we have used one-time plastic packaging, we diligently recycle it.  Unfortunately, this is a myth.  You may put the container in a recycling bin, but then what?

Flatness Isn’t Luck: Managing Curl and Warp in Paperboard (Especially in Winter)

Paperboard buyers and converters run into this all the time: the spec is right, the caliper checks out, the sheets look fine at first, and then flatness issues show up on the floor. Curl. Warp. Edge lift. Waviness. “Potato-chipping.”

In many cases, the board isn’t “bad.”

Cylinder vs Fourdrinier Paperboard: What’s the Difference?

There are significant differences in quality, sheet formation, production speed and general processing when it comes to paperboard manufacturing. Let’s discuss some of the details and variables - Older vs Newer technology…

Why Gold Foil Boards Are the Gold Standard for Smoked Salmon Packaging

When it comes to packaging smoked salmon, appearance matters just as much as freshness and flavor. That’s where gold foil boards come in-a time-tested solution that delivers both visual elegance and practical performance.

Why Forest Stewardship Council FSC® Recycled Paperboard Is the Smart Choice for Sustainable Packaging

Today’s consumers don’t just buy products, they buy values. That’s why sustainable packaging is no longer optional. If your brand is serious about making a positive environmental impact...

Recycled Paperboard: The Smart, Sustainable Choice for a Greener Future

In today’s eco-conscious world, businesses and consumers alike are seeking smarter, more sustainable options for everyday products.