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I finally tried printing a gradient on recycled paper for a client's menu
The client wanted a soft blue to green fade for their cafe menu, and I thought the eco-friendly paper would look great. When the proof came back, the gradient was full of weird, muddy streaks instead of a smooth blend. My printer said the recycled fibers absorb ink unevenly, which totally ruined the effect. Has anyone found a specific recycled stock that actually works for gradients, or is it just a bad idea?
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the_leo19d ago
Yeah that's such a pain, I had the same thing happen. I switched to a 100% cotton recycled stock from a different mill, and it made a huge difference. The fibers are way more even, so the ink sits on top better. It's not perfect, but we got a decent fade on a dark green menu last month.
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schmidt.blake19d ago
Recycled paper's natural texture gives those gradients a unique, handmade charm.
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