James Cropper Speciality Papers

​James Cropper Speciality Papers has been making some of the world’s finest papers and boards since 1845. Located in the English Lake District, we’re an independent business which has been defining the art of quality papermaking for six generations.

The paper mill has always been aware of the responsibility it has to manage activities in harmony with the natural environment.
  • Full spectrum colour matching
  • Minimum makings from 2 tonnes
  • Substance / caliper range from 70gsm to 3000microns
  • Duplex boards
  • An extensive selection of textures
  • Gloss and matt varnishing options
  • Watermarked papers
  • Embossed papers
  • Specialist papers such as wet-strength and archival qualities
  • In-house laboratory for technical support
  • Paper and board accredited to FSC or PEFC
  • Custom embossings and watermarks
  • Surface options from parchment to fibre inclusions
  • Decorative film and foil options
  • Digitally approved qualities
  • Specialist papers including wet-strength and archival qualities
  • Docugard® anti-microbial papers
  • BrandVision® security papers
  • Experts in developing non standard products

Manufactured Papers

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