What is Watermarked Paper?

A watermark is a subtle image permanently impressed into paper during the manufacturing process. It identifies the source of the sheet and may contain, for instance, the paper mill’s trademark or the brand name of the paper. Watermarks signal high quality paper and are symbols of authenticity and distinction in business and personal correspondence.

A watermark  is made by impressing a “dandy roll”—a light roller covered by a water-coated material embossed with a pattern–onto the paper during manufacturing.  To view a watermark, hold the paper to the light. It will be lightly visible as a delicate pattern of density variations in the paper.

When putting watermarked paper in a printer, be sure to feed it so that the watermark is right side up and readable.

Blumberg offers several watermarked papers of various weights, sizes and degrees of quality:

Old Council Tree Bond Paper, a Blumberg exclusive, 100% cotton bond, 24 lb. in 8 ½” x 11,” 8 ½” x 14” or cut to your specification.

Law Bond Paper, a Blumberg exclusive, 50% cotton wove, 24 lb., in 8 ½” x 11,” 8 ½” x 14” or cut to your specification.

Excelsior Bond Paper, a Blumberg exclusive, 25% cotton, 20 and 24 lb. in 8 ½” x 11,” 8 ½” x 14” or cut to your specification.

Blumberg Law Blanks Paper, a Blumberg exclusive, 25% cotton, 20 and 24 lb., 8 ½” x 14” or cut to your specification.

We carry Southworth, Neenah Classic Linen and Gilbert Mill Brand papers. We can supply any other Mill Brand Paper in carton quantities.

Law firms and businesses often choose to have their own private watermark, containing the firm’s name or logo. A private or “custom” watermark offers extra security and authenticity. It can also be an elegant extension of your brand’s image.

Call Blumberg at 800 LAW-MART (800 529-6278) for a private watermarked paper quote.