Stone Paper Applications

Stone paper applications are numerous, and some examples are:
1. Paper - stone paper gives a luxurious feeling when writing, and never bleed through.
2. Maps - maps made of stone paper will be weatherproof and durable, perfect for hiking.
3. Sketchbooks - Stone paper is fantastic to sketch on.
4. Diving pads - should you have a need for writing when diving, stone paper is well suited as it enables underwater writing.
5. Posters and banners - when you want your message to continue coming through regardless of weather and tear.
6. Shopping bags - eco-friendly shopping will include a stone paper shopping bag.
7. Envelopes - Water-proof and recyclable
8. Wrapping paper - wrap sandwiches, gifts or goods that need a protective layer.
9. Notebooks - stone paper notebooks is perfect for bullet journaling, as the stone paper is extremely bright and withstands all kinds of wear, tear and staining.
10. Flower pots - fold the stone paper, secure it with a piece of string and you will have a stylish flower pot.
11. Gift Paper
For paper printers that operate under 65 degrees Celsius. *Laser printers typically emit more than 65 degrees when printing.

FAQ

1. What’s the environmental benefit of using stone paper as compared to regular tree pulp paper?

Stone Paper is produced entirely from recycled waste material and has a minimal impact on the environment, all the while 18 trees are required to be chopped down to produce 1.000 kg of pulp paper. Also it takes consumption of 2.770 liter of water to create 1.000 kg of tree pulp paper and with Roca stone paper any water consumption is prevented.

2. Are stone paper products recyclable?

Yes. Simply recycle it to Plastics (HDPE). But to let you know the production-process, and end-product are clean and non-wasteful. In addition, Stone Paper paper is easily broken down by sunlight; 200 micron thick G-ECO paper will begin to break and crack like an eggshell in the outside air in a period of 9 to 12 months (if the material is left in the sun 10 hours a day). It can also be easily burned without the release of harmful gasses.

3. What happens to different pens on this paper?

Ballpoints and gel pens will work perfectly fine! However, be aware that stone paper does not absorb ink, and it may take a second or two for gel based pen ink to dry. The good part of it is that it uses 15 to 20% less ink during print in comparison to wood pulp paper.

4. Do the pages tear?

Stone paper is very difficult to tear and will generally stretch before it tears. But when you are cutting it it works just as with traditional paper.

5. Can you fold Stone Paper?

Yes, you can create stone paper origami as easy as it is with regular paper.

6. Can I use it underwater?

Stone Paper is 100% waterproof and liquids have no effect on the material. If it gets wet, you can simply dry it.