Is Colorplan Bark (formerly Bagdad Brown) dyed through?

Yes. The colour runs through the sheet, so the cut edge matches the face.

Which print methods and finishes work on Colorplan Bark (formerly Bagdad Brown)?

We offer Letterpress, Foil stamping, Blind deboss, Emboss, Flat digital / offset, Painted edges, Foiled edges.

Can I see it before I order?

Yes. Screens flatten texture and shift colour. Ask for a physical sample before choosing your stock.

GF Smith · Colorplan

Colorplan Bark (formerly Bagdad Brown)

bagdad brown. 350 gsm, smooth surface, dyed through to the core.

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Specifications

Range	GF Smith
Collection	Colorplan
Shade	Bark (formerly Bagdad Brown)
Weight	350 gsm
Surface	smooth
Dyed through	Yes, coloured edge when cut

Techniques we run on it

Letterpress
Foil stamping
Blind deboss
Emboss
Flat digital / offset
Painted edges
Foiled edges

How it behaves in production

GF Smith Colorplan Bagdad Brown: smooth uncoated European stock, dyed through to the core.
Light enough that letterpress behaves normally: no darkening caveat needed.
Foil against this shade reads soft and modern; matte metallics especially.

Common questions

Is Colorplan Bark (formerly Bagdad Brown) dyed through?: Yes. The colour runs through the sheet, so the cut edge matches the face.
Which print methods and finishes work on Colorplan Bark (formerly Bagdad Brown)?: We offer Letterpress, Foil stamping, Blind deboss, Emboss, Flat digital / offset, Painted edges, Foiled edges.
What weights do you stock Colorplan Bark (formerly Bagdad Brown) in?: 350 gsm.
Can I see it before I order?: Yes. Screens flatten texture and shift colour. Ask for a physical sample before choosing your stock.

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Wedding invitations on Colorplan Bark (formerly Bagdad Brown)

Suites we have run on this stock, and the directions it takes well.

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Pairs beautifully with

Three combinations that hold up on press. Open one and the Studio starts with the stock, the foil and the ink already locked in.

Colorplan Bark (formerly Bagdad Brown) + Chiffon Gold · 103-10

Chiffon Gold reads clean on Colorplan Bark (formerly Bagdad Brown) — the smooth surface gives the die something to bite, and the bagdad brown ground keeps the metal from going brassy.

Colorplan Bark (formerly Bagdad Brown)Chiffon Gold

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Colorplan Bark (formerly Bagdad Brown) + Warm Gold · 104

Warm Gold reads clean on Colorplan Bark (formerly Bagdad Brown) — the smooth surface gives the die something to bite, and the bagdad brown ground keeps the metal from going brassy.

Colorplan Bark (formerly Bagdad Brown)Warm Gold

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Colorplan Bark (formerly Bagdad Brown) + Pale Lemon Gold · 106

Pale Lemon Gold reads clean on Colorplan Bark (formerly Bagdad Brown) — the smooth surface gives the die something to bite, and the bagdad brown ground keeps the metal from going brassy.

Colorplan Bark (formerly Bagdad Brown)Pale Lemon Gold

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