Neenah’s Classic Cotton set a standard for refined craftmanship, merging historical papermaking tradition with modern environmental stewardship.
Eventually the “Classic” family of premium papers expanded and added the luxurious, soft-to the-touch Classic Cotton line. The Classic Cotton line is rooted in Neenah’s long tradition of crafting premium papers. Today, Classic Cotton continues Neenah’s heritage of quality, offering a refined tactile experience and enduring ...
Neenah’s Classic Cotton set a standard for refined craftmanship, merging historical papermaking tradition with modern environmental stewardship.
Eventually the “Classic” family of premium papers expanded and added the luxurious, soft-to the-touch Classic Cotton line. The Classic Cotton line is rooted in Neenah’s long tradition of crafting premium papers. Today, Classic Cotton continues Neenah’s heritage of quality, offering a refined tactile experience and enduring performance for premium printed communications.
PRINTABILITY
Neenah has produced cotton fiber papers for over a century, establishing a legacy rooted in traditional fiber refinement and superior print performance. Classic Cotton papers are engineered to perform well across a broad range of printing technologies and project types. The Classic Cotton line runs extremely well on both digital and offset printing equipment, underscoring its versatility and resilience. Classic Cotton is designed for printing techniques such as letterpress, engraving, embossing, and foil stamping.
LOOK AND FEEL
Classic Cotton is known for its luxurious feel and timeless aesthetic properties. Classic Cotton papers are naturally soft, manufactured using 25% cotton fibers, which adds to the durability of the sheet. The elegant wove finish contributes to its high-end appeal.
The soft surface allows inks to lay down smoothly and consistently, making it ideal for projects where detail, finesse, and tactile attributes are required. Brightness over 90 is ideal for high-quality images, Classic Cotton boasts a brightness factor of 97, which increases contrast, makes text appear sharper, and makes colors more vibrant and true-to-life. This attribute causes more light to reflect into your eyes, which enhances the visual impact and perceived quality for important documents. Classic Cotton papers are also known for its opacity rating of 92%, which minimizes show through. Classic Cotton is produced with a watermark for extra security measures.
ENVIRONMENTAL ATTRIBUTES
Classic Cotton papers embody Neenah’s broader sustainability commitments. These papers are described as “ecologically responsible,” reflecting a manufacturing philosophy that prioritizes environmental stewardship. Classic Cotton papers are FSC certified, supporting responsible forestry practices, and are also carbon neutral, underscoring Neenah’s investment in offsetting environmental impact. These certifications help ensure the brand’s dedication to responsible material use and Neenah’s commitment to sustainable values.
PAPER WEIGHTS AND SIZE
8.5x11 24 # Solar White
MATCHING ENVELOPES
A2 Solar White & A7 Solar White
ABOUT NEENAH
Neenah Inc. was founded in 1873 located in Neenah, Wisconsin. Neenah introduced the first mill brand watermark in 1908, which became a symbol of authenticity in personal and business correspondence. Over time, this craftsmanship evolved into the CLASSIC® family of premium papers—first established with milestones like Classic Laid in 1962—eventually expanding to include the luxurious, softtothetouch Classic Cotton papers.
Neenah reflects over 135 years of cotton fiber innovation and manufacturing. The Classic Cotton line is rooted in the company’s long tradition of crafting premium cotton papers, a practice that dates back over a century as Neenah began producing naturally strong, cotton fiber sheets in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.
The product line known as Neenah Classic Cotton Papers started production in 2018. This long-standing heritage reflects Neenah’s commitment to producing papers that “stand the test of time”. Neenah is proud of their long-standing commitment to sustainability and the communities around their mills. Integrating eco-conscious procedures across all of their operations. Neenah has FSC and Green Seal certifications that ensure Neenah sources fiber responsibly. Many brands are processed chlorine-free and contain high post-consumer content which reduces the environmental impact. Neenah is also a member of the EPA Green Power Partnership which reflects Neenah’s commitment to renewable energy and water conservation.
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