Paper Type	Weight (gsm)	Texture	Finish	Common Uses
Bond Paper	70–100 gsm	Smooth or lightly textured	Matte	Office printing, letterheads, documents
Coated Paper	90–350 gsm	Smooth	Glossy or matte	Brochures, flyers, magazines
Uncoated Paper	70–160 gsm	Natural feel	Matte/natural	Books, envelopes, notepads
Cardstock	200–400 gsm	Smooth or textured	Matte or gloss	Business cards, postcards, covers
Glossy Paper	90–300 gsm	Smooth	High gloss	Photos, brochures, catalogs
Matte Paper	90–300 gsm	Smooth or satin	No gloss	Posters, presentation prints, reports
Newsprint	45–55 gsm	Rough and thin	Dull/matte	Newspapers, cheap flyers
Recycled Paper	Varies (80–300 gsm)	Varies	Matte/natural	Eco-friendly printing, stationary
Textured Paper	90–300 gsm	Linen, laid, felt	Matte or satin	Wedding invitations, luxury branding
Vellum Paper	90–160 gsm	Translucent	Matte or semi-gloss	Invitations, overlays, art
Photo Paper	170–300+ gsm	Smooth	Glossy, satin, or matte	Photography prints, portfolios
Bristol Board	200–400 gsm	Very stiff, smooth	Matte	Drawing, design mockups, high-end covers
Parchment Paper	90–120 gsm	Textured, antique feel	Matte	Certificates, menus, legal documents
Kraft Paper	50–150 gsm	Rough, brown/neutral	Matte	Packaging, eco-branding, wrapping