It's not just the feel of cotton that makes our papers so special. The intrinsic strength of interlocking cotton fibers allows our papers to withstand the rigors of any printing process. Even after several passes through the press or printer, our papers will remain crisp and fresh. And that's the difference that will add considerable weight to your words.

Why does cotton make the best paper?

• Texture: Cotton is naturally soft and feels distinctive. These properties allow cotton paper to make an important impression that stands out above ordinary papers.
• Performance: Cotton fibers bind together more strongly than wood fibers. Crane papers withstand even the most rigorous printing methods.
• Permanence: Cotton endures. Many historical documents have been preserved because they were printed on 100% cotton paper.
• Brilliance: Cotton paper is naturally brighter than wood-fiber paper, which requires greater chemical processing to achieve a clean, bright appearance.
• Ecology: No cotton is grown specifically for papermaking. We make our papers from recovered and recycled cotton fibers from the garment and cotton seed industries that would otherwise end up in the landfill.

Why are Crane's 100% cotton papers so remarkable?

• Quality: Our customers have come to expect only the highest quality from Crane. We demand no less of ourselves and our raw materials.
• Impression: Our internationally recognized watermarks and the elegance of our papers enhance your image and elevate your message.
• Compatibility: All of our papers are compatible with today's laser and ink-jet printers. Our "Image" finish has a smoother surface for particularly good toner and ink adhesion.
• Selection: We offer a complete range of paper sizes and envelopes that are in stock for timely delivery. In fact, we're the only paper manufacturer to stock metric and Monarch sizes and to convert our own envelopes.