Utterly Printable Glossary

A standard 11 oz mug is the perfect size for a generous morning coffee or relaxed evening tea—and at Utterly Printable we make it truly your own. Our ceramic Personalised Mugs are printed with your photo, quote or artwork and, thanks to full-colour sublimation, offer vibrant, long-lasting prints that won’t fade or peel. Dishwasher- and microwave-safe for everyday convenience, they come in classic white or with coloured interiors and handles. Explore our range of custom mugs and find the personalised photo gift that suits your style.

In our framed print collections—both the “Framed & Mounted Photo Prints” and the “Simple Framed Prints”—we employ quality print technology that uses archive-grade 12-colour inks to render your images. The “12-colour archive-grade inks” phrasing means our printing process uses an expanded colour gamut beyond standard CMYK, helping capture rich hues, fine gradations and subtle detail, resulting in sharper, more vibrant image reproduction.
On the Framed & Mounted option the site states this explicitly: “we use high-resolution printing technology and archive-grade 12-colour inks to bring your images to life with stunning clarity and vibrant colour reproduction.” Similarly, the Simple Framed Prints page confirms: “archive-grade 12-colour inks” as part of their print quality statement. 
Using 12-colour archival inks helps ensure your framed photo prints look great now and retain good colour fidelity over time—which is exactly what you want when displaying treasured memories on the wall.

Our 170gsm Laminated Silk Cover is the material used to create the elegant, durable exterior of our hardback personalised notebooks. This premium silk paper is wrapped around a sturdy 2.4mm board, providing a smooth, professional finish that feels both classic and high quality. The lamination adds a protective layer, enhancing durability and giving the cover a subtle sheen that resists everyday wear. You can explore our full range of personalised stationery notebooks to see how this material helps create a timeless, polished look — perfect for gifts, journaling, or professional use.

An 18th birthday marks a major milestone — the official step into adulthood — and a personalised invitation sets the tone for the celebration. Our 18th Birthday Party Invitations are professionally printed on premium card stock, offering a wide choice of contemporary, elegant, and fun designs to suit every personality. Each invitation can be customised online with your party details, colours, and fonts to create a keepsake your guests will love. Explore our range of birthday party invitations for adults or pair your design with thank you cards printed on matching card stock for a thoughtful finishing touch after the event.

Our premium posters and simple framed prints are printed on 210 gsm Smooth Matt Paper, a high-quality uncoated board that delivers a soft, glare-free appearance with a crisp finish. The smooth matt surface enhances fine detail and subtle textures, making it ideal for wall art, photo posters and framed prints sold on our Personalised Photo Posters, Simple Framed Prints and Framed & Mounted Photo Prints pages. With this paper stock you benefit from strong colour fidelity, a professional feel and excellent durability in both home décor and gifting applications.

A milestone of enduring love deserves stationery to match — and our 25th Wedding Anniversary Invitations are crafted to do just that. Through our intuitive online designer, you can personalise names, dates, venues, photos and more to reflect a truly unique silver celebration. 

Whether you choose a classic, modern or photo-led design, your invitations will be printed in the UK on premium, FSC-certified card stocks — including 324 gsm textured, 350 gsm premium white or 650 gsm heavyweight uncoated options. 

At Utterly Printable we use a 260gsm coated acrylic-canvas material for our customised stretch canvas and framed photo canvases, delivering a premium textured finish with vibrant colour reproduction. The “260gsm” refers to the weight of the fabric substrate (260 grams per square metre), which balances durability with ease of handling. The coating ensures sharp detail and rich tones, making it ideal for personalisable photo wall art such as our stretch canvas prints where “Printed on 260gsm coated acrylic canvas” is specified. This material is especially suitable when you want your favourite photos or designs to stand out with clarity and texture in your home or as a thoughtful gift.

Our 324gsm Lightly Textured Card, produced by Fedrigoni, is an elegant, off-white stock with a subtle uncoated surface texture that adds character and warmth to printed stationery. Its premium weight and natural finish make it perfect for wedding invitations printed on luxury card stock, personalised notecards, and high-end thank you cards. The gentle texture enhances both the tactile and visual quality of your design while maintaining crisp print definition. Chosen for its sophistication and durability, this Fedrigoni card stock delivers a timeless, handcrafted feel — a favourite for customers seeking beautifully printed stationery with a touch of authenticity.

Our 350gsm Uncoated Card is a premium, thick stock with a smooth matt surface that gives printed stationery a soft, natural finish. As an uncoated paper, it absorbs ink slightly, resulting in a warm, tactile feel and a subtle, elegant look — ideal for personalised invitations and announcements where understated quality matters. It offers excellent readability and a refined, modern aesthetic. Loved for its versatility and professional appearance, the 350gsm Uncoated Card is one of Utterly Printable’s most popular choices for beautifully printed stationery.

Our 400gsm Silk Card is a premium, photo-friendly stock designed to deliver crisp detail and rich colour reproduction. With a smooth, slightly reflective surface, it’s perfect for designs that include photography or bold graphic elements. The heavier weight gives a luxurious, sturdy feel, making it a popular choice for personalised invitations and announcement cards that need to impress. This card option is available across a range of stationery products, from wedding invitations printed on high-quality card to photo thank you cards and birth announcement cards. Combining professional print clarity with a premium finish, 400gsm Silk Card beautifully balances durability and sophistication.

This premium material described on our Photo Fridge Magnets page is manufactured from flexible, pre-magnetised “Magnecote” which weighs 668 gsm and has a neat matt-satin surface finish. The high gsm (grams per square metre) means the substrate is thick and stable, while the magnetic backing lets it adhere easily to metal surfaces such as fridges or lockers. Ideal for customised photo-magnets or personalised magnetic gifts, the 668gsm Magnecote ensures vibrant full-colour reproduction, a firm feel, and effortless display in everyday settings.

Our 90gsm Notebook Paper forms the high-quality inner pages of our hardback personalised notebooks, offering a smooth, premium writing experience. This paper weight strikes the perfect balance between lightness and opacity, ensuring minimal ink show-through while keeping notebooks slim and comfortable to use. Each book pairs these crisp inner pages with a 170gsm laminated silk cover wrapped around 2.4mm board, giving every notebook a classic, durable finish. Whether you’re using it for daily journaling, note-taking, or creative projects, our personalised notebooks combine practicality with beautifully printed design. It comes in 3 styles: lined, blank, or dotted.