Best Cover Stock Paper Under $200 (2026)
We selected cover stocks under $200 by weighing paper weight, sheet size and count, surface finish, inkjet compatibility, and aggregated user ratings to score value
This roundup evaluates cover stock paper options under $200 for office and creative projects, focusing on weight, sheet size, finish, and inkjet compatibility. Picks were chosen by comparing paper weight (lb), sheet counts and sizes, surface finishes (including shimmer and pastel options), and user ratings to highlight value across common uses like printing, invitations, and ledger-sized layouts
Top Picks
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Extra heavy duty 130lb cover cardstock, bright white, 8.5x11
Thick 130lb (350 gsm) cardstock with smooth matte finish for inkjet & laser printers. Great for invitations, covers, and card bases; praised for thickness and color accuracy
- 130lb cover (350 gsm)
- smooth matte finish
- letter size 8.5x11 inches
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Tan Pastel Card Stock 67 lb, 11 x 17 in, 50 sheets
Vellum Bristol pastel card stock in tan color, 67 lb, 11 x 17 inches. Great for invitations, brochures, and cover papers with compatibility for laser, inkjet, and offset printers. Customers report good color accuracy and value for money
- color-accurate pastel tan
- multi-printer compatibility
- rigid 67 lb stock
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Cream Blank Cover Stock 11x17 100 Sheets 80lb Ivory
Cream blank cover stock, 11x17 inches, 100 sheets, 230 g/m², FSC-certified ivory cardstock. Suitable for arts, crafts, flyers, menus, and posters. Customers note quality, weight, and thickness
- 11x17 ledger size
- 100 sheets per package
- FSC-certified ivory cardstock
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White Shimmer Cardstock 11x17 (Ledger), 100 sheets
Cream shimmer 11x17 cardstock, 80lb/200gsm, FSC-certified. Features double-sided shimmer finish for a premium look. Customers note good quality and weight, with color quality bringing projects to life
- premium pearlescent gloss
- FSC-certified material
- ledger 11x17 format
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Blue Cover Stock 11x17 100 Sheets 80lb Cardstock
Blue 11x17 cover stock, 100 sheets, 230 g weight, FSC-certified. Great for arts, crafts, posters, menus, and more. Customers note high quality, nice weight, and vibrant color
- blue 11x17 cover stock
- 230 g weight
- FSC-certified
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11x17 black cardstock 100 sheets 80lb heavyweight
Black 11x17 cardstock, 100 sheets per package, 230 g/m² with 98 brightness. Printer-friendly, FSC-certified, sturdy and versatile for arts and crafts, posters, and more. Customers note quality, weight, and color impact
- FSC-certified paper
- 11x17 ledger size
- high brightness and weight
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Shimmer Cardstock 8.5x14 Cream 100 sheets 80 lb
Cream shimmer 8.5x14 legal cardstock, 100 sheets, 80 lb/200 gsm, FSC-certified. Soft double-sided shimmer finish for menus, brochures, and DIY crafts. Customers note quality and weight
- 80 lb/200 gsm weight
- FSC-certified paper
- legal size 8.5x14
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Cream cardstock blank cover stock 8.5x14, 100 sheets
Cream 8.5 x 14 blank cardstock, versatile, heavyweight for arts, crafts, posters, menus. Customers note its pearl-like shimmer and substantial weight
- 230 g/m² weight
- FSC-certified
- 8.5 x 14 inches compatibility
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White 8.5x14 Cover Stock Paper, 100 sheets by Goefun
Blank legal-size 8.5x14 paper, 230 gsm, FSC-certified, printer-friendly and sturdy for arts, crafts, brochures, menus, and posters. Customers note the heavy weight and pearl-like shimmer
- 230 gsm heavyweight stock
- FSC-certified material
- 8.5x14 legal size compatibility
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Goefun Blue Cover Stock 8.5x14 100 Sheets 80lb
Blue 8.5x14 cover stock, 100 sheets, 230 gsm, FSC-certified. Holds up to inks and distressing well; appreciated for weight and pearl-like shimmer
- 230 gsm weight
- FSC-certified
- 8.5 x 14 size