GSM Paper Explained
A list of terms related to GSM Paper may sound daunting, but it’s actually quite simple! GSM stands for Grams per Square Meter and is used in the paper industry to measure the density of paper and paperboard products. It’s calculated by simply weighing a piece of paper and dividing the weight by the area (in square meters). So, if you were to weigh two sheets of typing paper at 150g each, and those sheets measured 10x15cm each, your GSM would be 15gsm. It’s really that simple! What is GSM? The abbreviation GSM stands for grams per square meter , a measure of paper density, indicating how much a given piece of paper weighs. Typically, thin papers like index cards have lower GSM ratings (60–80) while cardstock and bond paper fall in the range of 80–120 gsm. Papers exceeding 160 gsm are typically thick and rigid enough to be considered board stock. What can you do with GSM? If you’re looking to add some heft or bulk to your project, make sure you use high-quality cardstock that has be