French Paper GloTone — Vivid, High Impact Color Paper for Designs That Demand Attention
- History ofGloTone
The GloTone line was developed to bring neon level vibrancy to premium uncoated paper, offering designers a way to create work that stands out instantly. Inspired by the boldest tones on the color spectrum, GloTone was crafted for projects requiring visual impact, energy, and brightness. With its intensely saturated hues and print ready construction, GloTone elevates traditional bright papers into a professional, eye-catching material ideal for attention driven design
- About French Paper
Founded in 1871 in Niles, Michigan, French Paper Company is one of America’s longest standing independent mills. Known for its premium specialty papers and iconic color lines, the company built its reputation on craftsmanship, durability, and innovation. For more than a century, French Paper has powered its mill with its own renewable hydroelectric energy, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability while producing some of the most distinctive uncoated papers available today. [frenchpaper.com]
- Key Characteristics ofGloTone
Look & Feel
GloTone is defined by its neon bright, intensely saturated colors—from Shocking Pink and Neon Yellow to Blue Light, Orange Light, and vivid purples and greens. Its uncoated vellum textured surface adds a tactile element that enhances both visual contrast and ink performance. Each sheet feels lively, energetic, and expressive, making it a striking base for any high visibility piece
Weights & Sizes
Available in 60 lb. Text and 65 lb. Cover, GloTone balances flexibility and durability for a wide range of creative applications. Standard sheet sizes include 8.5 x 11, 23 x 35, 25 x 38, and 26 x 40, offering versatility for small runs, large format, and custom cutting needs. Whether you’re producing lightweight flyers or sturdy card stock pieces, GloTone provides consistent, reliable performance. [guysepaper.com]
Colors
The GloTone palette features exceptionally bright shades across the full spectrum—pink, red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple. These colors are crafted with water-soluble dyes for maximum brightness and impact, offering designers a uniquely expressive range of hues that appear almost luminous in print. [thepapermi...lstore.com], [guysepaper.com]
Printability
GloTone delivers dependable results across offset lithography, laser printers, inkjet printers, and high-speed copiers, ensuring that your vivid ideas translate seamlessly from screen to sheet. The 60 lb. text weight is laser and inkjet guaranteed, making it ideal for fast turnaround print environments. GloTone is designed for excellent ink adhesion, crisp output, and bold color retention.
Environmental Attributes
While GloTone’s primary focus is on high impact color, it is produced by a mill known for its renewable hydroelectric energy, minimizing environmental impact. French Paper’s longstanding sustainability practices underpin every product line, offering designers an ecoconscious choice without compromising color brilliance. [frenchpaper.com]
- Ideal Applications
GloTone excels in projects where visibility and vibrancy are essential, including:
- Direct Mail & Promotional Flyers — commanding attention with luminous neon color. [frenchpaper.com]
- Certificates, Brochures & Stationery — adding excitement and personality to professional pieces.
- Crafting & Creative Projects — perfect for bold color layering, cutouts, and high impact handmade designs.
