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10 Guidelines for purchasing and using print media
Paper types
This section describes the following paper types:
Recycled paper
Recycled paper is a combination of unused fibers and pre- and post-
consumer waste paper. Printed waste paper is usually washed to
remove most of the inks and other contaminants. A recycled sheet of
paper might contain dark specks or appear gray or dirty. Choose
recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper
(see "Print media specifications") and that has an appearance
suitable for your needs. HP recommends that recycled paper contain
no more than 5% groundwood.
Archival paper
Paper used for archiving must meet the same specifications as
standard paper; however, the pH should be no less than 7.0. Some
archival demands are more stringent than others, requiring a specific
degree of alkalinity and chemical stability. Toner is chemically stable
and should last as long as the paper does. Toner can be degraded by
petroleum-based solvents or plasticizers, such as those found in vinyl
folders.
Avoid folding archival documents across printed areas or handling
archival documents roughly. Discuss archival requirements with your
paper supplier.
Colored paper
You can use colored paper in your HP LaserJet printer as long as
the paper meets the same specifications as standard paper
(see "Print media specifications").
The HP Color LaserJet printers are optimal when printing on white
paper. You also can use an HP Color LaserJet printer to print on
colored paper that meets all the specifications listed in this guide.
However, colored paper can change the appearance of the printed
colors. This is because HP Color LaserJet printers create colors by
printing a pattern of dots, overlaying and varying their spacing to
produce various colors. When these colors are printed on colored
media, the shade or color of the media will vary the shades of your
printed colors. Because the printer cannot sense what color paper
l Recycled paper l Specialty or converted paper
l Archival paper l Preprinted forms and letterhead
l Colored paper l Embossed and debossed paper
l Coated paper