How does the type of paper influence the final price of printing in Mexico?
The type of paper is one of the factors that most influences the final price of printing, especially in products such as books, catalogs and magazines.
Each paper has a different cost due to its weight, texture, finish and purpose of use.
If you are quoting within our ChatBot, choosing the right role can help you get a more accurate quote and also optimize the total cost of your project.
Here we explain how each type of paper affects the price.
🟪 Why does paper change the price of printing so much?
Paper is one of the most important inputs in any publishing project.
Its cost depends on factors such as:
- Weight (thickness)
- The finish (matte or glossy)
- The whiteness or tone of the paper
- Its texture
- Durability
- What type of printing is it designed for?
The more specialized it is, the higher the cost.
🟪 Paper types and how they affect the final price
In our printing shop we only handle real paper, available for books, catalogs and magazines.
🟩 1. White bond
📌 The most economical for book interiors.
Characteristics:
- Slight
- Economic
- Natural finish
- Ideal for manuals, notebooks, basic texts
💰 Price impact:
It is the option more accessible. Significantly reduces the cost of printing.
🟩 2. Cultural bond or bone bond
📘 A favorite for novels and long reading.
Characteristics:
- Cream or bone tone
- Rest your eyes
- Traditional editorial appearance
- Perfect for long books
💰 Price impact:
More expensive than white bond, but it is still economic compared to the Couché.
🟩 3. Couché matte
📚 Ideal for catalogs, magazines, portfolios and photo books.
Characteristics:
- Smooth texture
- More sober colors
- Lower brightness
- Professional touch
💰 Price impact:
Range medium-high.
It is more expensive than bond papers due to its premium quality.
🟩 4. Glossy Couché
📖 Perfect for photos, magazines and designs with visual impact.
Characteristics:
- Glossy finish
- More vibrant colors
- Higher definition
- Excellent for visual content
💰 Price impact:
Similar or slightly superior to Couché matte.
It is one of the roles most expensive, but also of higher visual quality.
🟪 How to choose the right paper for your project?
📘 For books:
- Low budget → White bond
- Books for prolonged reading → Bond cultural/bearing
- Books in color or with photographs → Couché matte o bright
📙 For catalogs:
- Too much text, not enough images → Couché matte
- Visual product catalogs → Couché glossy
📕 For magazines:
- Professional editorial style → Couché matte
- Colorful or promotional magazines → Couché glossy
🟪 Which role do most customers choose?
- Books → Bond cultural
- Catalogs → Couché matte
- Magazines → Glossy Couché
This balances cost, aesthetics and durability.
🟪 Which paper makes a project more expensive?
From highest to lowest cost:
- Couché glossy
- Couché matte
- Cultural Bond
- White bond
🟪 What if I don't know which role to choose?
The ChatBot can suggest the best role for your project.
And if you want more information, you can check:
🟦 Conclusion
The type of paper directly influences the quality, appearance and price of your project.
Choosing the right paper will help you get a more accurate quote and better define the level of finish you need.
