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Envelopes<\/span><\/a> are a vital fixture in the office stationery cupboard. These everyday essentials help keep confidential documents private and transport important information from one place to the other.<\/span><\/p>\n

But do you know your C5 from your DL+? We\u2019ve created a handy all-in-one guide to envelopes and <\/span>envelope sizes <\/span>to help you find the right ones for your desk drawer. <\/span><\/p>\n

Different envelope types<\/b><\/h2>\n

It might seem like an envelope is an envelope, but the documents you\u2019re sending can determine which type you should purchase. <\/span><\/p>\n

Here are the different envelope types typically available and what they\u2019re used for, which will come in handy when deliberating what kind of envelope you need.<\/span><\/p>\n

C4<\/b><\/h3>\n

The largest envelope we supply at Solopress. It\u2019s slightly bigger than the size of an A4 sheet of paper and perfect for sending documents without folding them. Usually, <\/span>C4 envelopes <\/span>are used when mailing certificates, important documents, brochures or magazines. Make sure your office is well stocked with this size.<\/span><\/p>\n

C5<\/b><\/h3>\n

The traditional-sized envelope. Bigger than the size of an A5 sheet of paper or for an easier reference, an A4 piece of paper folded in half. <\/span>C5 envelopes<\/span> are commonly used when sending greeting cards and wedding invitations. In the business world, they\u2019re often used for sending longer letters. That\u2019s because you can fit more pages into an envelope by folding A4 sheets in half.<\/span><\/p>\n

C6<\/b><\/h3>\n

The smallest envelope we supply at Solopress. They\u2019re not seen as much in the post-box as other envelopes, but it\u2019s still worth keeping a supply to hand. Normally, <\/span>C6 size envelopes <\/span>are used to send smaller items such as camera and phone memory cards or USB sticks.<\/span><\/p>\n

DL<\/b><\/h3>\n

You\u2019ll probably receive <\/span>DL-sized envelopes <\/span>in the post all the time. They\u2019re used when companies send official correspondence through the mail. They usually have a small, see-through window so the recipient can see their name and address. Pages are folded into thirds with DL envelopes and are suitable for one to three-page letters.<\/span><\/p>\n

Square<\/b><\/h3>\n

A popular <\/span>envelope size <\/span>in stock at Solopress. It\u2019s specially made to send square-shaped documents (as the name suggests) such as greeting cards and wedding invitations. Not very common in post-boxes but handy to have around the office if you have special events coming up.<\/span><\/p>\n

A guide to envelope sizes<\/b><\/h2>\n

When you know the size of the document you\u2019re sending, you need the right envelope. Use this simple guide below to choose the correct envelope for whatever you\u2019re sending.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Envelope size <\/b>guide<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Size<\/b><\/td>\nSuitable paper size<\/b><\/td>\nWidth (mm) x Height (mm)<\/b><\/td>\nWidth (cm) x Height (cm)<\/b><\/td>\nWidth (inches) x Height (inches)<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
C4<\/b><\/td>\nA4<\/span> size<\/span><\/td>\n324 x 229<\/span><\/td>\n32.4 x 22.9<\/span><\/td>\n12.76 x 9.02<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
C5<\/b><\/td>\nA5 size (A4 folded in half)<\/span><\/td>\n229 x 162<\/span><\/td>\n22.9 x 16.2<\/span><\/td>\n9.02 x 6.38<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
C6<\/b><\/td>\nA6 size<\/span><\/td>\n162 x 114<\/span><\/td>\n16.2 x 11.4<\/span><\/td>\n6.38 x 4.49<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
DL<\/b><\/td>\nA4 folded in thirds<\/span><\/td>\n220 x 110<\/span><\/td>\n22.0 x 11.0<\/span><\/td>\n8.67 x 4.33<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
DL+<\/b><\/td>\nA4 folded in thirds<\/span><\/td>\n229 x 114<\/span><\/td>\n22.9 x 11.4<\/span><\/td>\n9.02 x 4.49<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Square<\/b><\/td>\nSquare document<\/span><\/td>\n220 x 220<\/span><\/td>\n22.0 x 22.0<\/span><\/td>\n8.67 x 8.67<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Envelope FAQs<\/b><\/h2>\n

We receive queries all the time about envelope printing, designs, templates and purposes. Using our expertise, we always try to answer even the most technical questions. Discover a number of the questions we often receive an answer using our wisdom of the world of envelopes.<\/span><\/p>\n

Do you have any pre-existing templates for envelope designs?<\/b><\/h3>\n

Yes, we do. There\u2019s a useful selection of templates that can be found <\/span>here<\/span><\/a>.<\/span> They\u2019re free to download in a number of formats, including:<\/span><\/p>\n