The size of our mill allows us to be lean, efficient, and competitive. Our expert technology and paper makers can not be beat.
Custom Manufacturing for 10,000 lbs. & up
French Paper has the ability to produce paper & cardstock in rich colors, nuanced textures, and a variety of weights and sizes.
Odds are, if you can dream it, we can make it.
Smallest Minimums &
Shortest Leadtime
Fiber Choice & Additives
Take your pick of our recycled, acid free, lignin free, soy ink compatible, FSC® certified, post-consumer waste, hemp, and virgin fibers for your product.
Want a little something extra included? French can make paper with visual or textural additives. We've made paper with coffee, wine grapes, grass clippings, shredded currency, and glitter. Your idea could be next.
Color
It's no secret that we love color. Our color chemist makes an art of matching every possible tone or hue that you could dream of.
Sustainability
Our on-site hydropowered generators are used for every paper that we make - including custom orders. Which means you can rest easy knowing that your project was made with the smallest carbon footprint in the industry.
Custom Sizes & Zero Waste
Unlike stock papers, which are manufactured to meet many possible needs, there’s no wasted paper on the cutting room floor when we tailor a paper order to your perfect fit.
We can produce paper to the width you desire - by shipping full rolls or sheets we can save you time and money.
Thickness & Weight
The weights commonly used in the paper industry do not always meet the needs of an unusual job. We can create ultra-thin sheets for weight-sensitive projects or super-thick boards for packaging, customized to your budget.
Finishes
We offer many unique & distinctive paper finishes. Whether visible to the eye or only perceived by touch, each pattern brings depth to your project.
embossing, end use specifications, envelopes, duplexing, corrugation
VERSAILLES
FELTONE
LEATHER
DOUBLECROSS
SPARKLETONE
FABRIQUE
BROADCLOTH
BURLAP
EVENTONE
LINEN
HANDMADE
CRYSTALTONE
PREMIUM LINEN
CORDTONE
DO YOU QUALIFY?
Our minimums vary depending on the customization. Here you can find minimums and examples based on each custom trait. For additional information or a quote, please call (269) 683-1100.
Custom Color
Minimum
10,000 lbs
Minimum Sheet Count Examples
Sheet Size (Inches) | Basis Weight | Sheet Count |
25x38 | 70 lb Text | 71,430 |
25x38 | 80 lb Text | 62,500 |
26x40 | 80 lb Cover | 31,250 |
26x40 | 100 lb Cover | 25,000 |
Custom Additive
Minimum
10,000 lbs
Minimum Sheet Count Examples
Sheet Size (Inches) | Basis Weight | Sheet Count |
25x38 | 70 lb Text | 71,430 |
25x38 | 80 lb Text | 62,500 |
26x40 | 80 lb Cover | 31,250 |
26x40 | 100 lb Cover | 25,000 |
Basis Weight over 100 lb Cover (270 GSM)
Minimum
10,000 lbs
Minimum Sheet Count Examples
Sheet Size (Inches) | Basis Weight | Sheet Count |
8.5x11 | 135 lb Cover | 206,000 |
26x40 | 135 lb Cover | 18,520 |
12.5x19 | 120 lb Cover | 91,230 |
25x19 | 115 lb Cover | 47,595 |
Laminated
Minimum
10,000 lbs
Minimum Sheet Count Examples
Sheet Size (Inches) | Basis Weight | Sheet Count |
25x38 | 70 lb Text | 71,430 |
25x38 | 80 lb Text | 62,500 |
26x40 | 80 lb Cover | 31,250 |
26x40 | 100 lb Cover | 25,000 |
Special Fiber (FSC or SFI) or to Match Another Sheet
Minimum
10,000 lbs
Minimum Sheet Count Examples
Sheet Size (Inches) | Basis Weight | Sheet Count |
25x38 | 70 lb Text | 71,430 |
25x38 | 80 lb Text | 62,500 |
26x40 | 80 lb Cover | 31,250 |
26x40 | 100 lb Cover | 25,000 |
Current French Item - Non-Stocking Basis Weight
Example: Oatmeal Speckletone in 80 lb Text
Minimum
10,000 lbs
Minimum Sheet Count Examples
Sheet Size (Inches) | Basis Weight | Sheet Count |
25x38 | 70 lb Text | 35,715 |
25x38 | 80 lb Text | 31,250 |
26x40 | 80 lb Cover | 15,625 |
26x40 | 100 lb Cover | 12,500 |
Current French Item - Embossed Finish
Minimum
10,000 lbs
Minimum Sheet Count Examples
Sheet Size (Inches) | Basis Weight | Sheet Count |
25x38 | 70 lb Text | 14,285 |
25x38 | 80 lb Text | 12,500 |
26x40 | 80 lb Cover | 6,250 |
26x40 | 100 lb Cover | 5,000 |
Current French Item - Roll Form
Minimum
10,000 lbs
Minimum Sheet Count Examples
Sheet Size (Inches) | Basis Weight | Sheet Count |
25x38 | 70 lb Text | 14,285 |
25x38 | 80 lb Text | 12,500 |
26x40 | 80 lb Cover | 6,250 |
26x40 | 100 lb Cover | 5,000 |
Current French Item - Non-Stocked Sheet Size*
Minimum
10,000 lbs
Minimum Sheet Count Examples
Sheet Size (Inches) | Basis Weight | Sheet Count |
25x38 | 70 lb Text | 14,285 |
25x38 | 80 lb Text | 12,500 |
26x40 | 80 lb Cover | 6,250 |
26x40 | 100 lb Cover | 5,000 |