Paper Wrap Mailings:
A Practical Guide
Is paper wrap right for your mailing? The Mailing People will help you weigh up the pros and cons.
Key benefits of paper wrap mailing
A sustainable solution
100% recyclable and certified under the FSC® scheme, paper wrap demonstrates your commitment to reducing waste and greener business practices.
Want your direct mail to align with your environmental messaging? We can help.
Lower UK
postage costs
With Mailmark® discounts available, paper wrap can reduce postage spend, particularly for A5 items under 100g where polywrap isn’t eligible.
We’ll compare postage savings side by side for you.
Striking design opportunities
Paper wrap acts as a blank canvas for full colour print, branding, and personalised messages.
Need help with artwork or messaging? Just ask.
Multi-item mailing
made easy
Wrapping multiple items of different shapes and sizes is easy with paper wrap, keeping everything secure in one neat package.
Tell us what you’re sending, and we’ll recommend the best setup.
Economy at
scale
For larger print runs, paper wrap can be more economical than envelopes without compromising quality or presentation.
Ask us to quote your next campaign—we’ll break it down clearly.
When Polywrap Might Be the Better Fit
There are occasions when polywrap mailings make practical and commercial sense:
- Weather protection – polywrap offers stronger moisture protection during storage or transport.
- Visibility – your magazine or catalogue cover design remains fully on show.
- Cost on smaller runs – polywrap can be more affordable for low-volume campaigns.
- Weight-sensitive campaigns – as polywrap is lighter than paper, it helps avoid tipping over strict postage thresholds.
At The Mailing People, we continue to offer a full range of polywrap services in the UK, ensuring you get the right balance of cost, impact, and practicality.
Not sure which format is right for your campaign? Let’s weigh it up together.

Our Paper Wrap Service
We offer both plain and pre-printed paper wrap solutions, customised to your campaign:
- Inline personalisation – add barcodes, PPIs, logos, images, and personalised messages.
- Strong, neat sealing – glued along edges and centre strip for a professional finish.
- Multi-item capability – enclose several items in one pack.
- Flexible formats – A4 and A5 paper wrap available, wrapping up to 20mm thick.
- High output – over 15,000 paper-wrapped packs per day.
Benefits of paper wrap mailing at a glance
- Extra advertising space on the outer wrap
- Full colour print and variable personalisation
- Multi-item capability
- Reduced postage via Mailmark® discounts
- Reliable protection in transit
- 100% recyclable and FSC® certified
- Premium, polished presentation
Paper Wrap: Your Brand, Front and Centre
Paper wrap isn’t just a wrapper—it’s a powerful advertising space. Use it to showcase your branding, promote a partner, or add bold creative that gets noticed before the pack is even opened.
We can even support with design—ask us for details.
Talk to The Mailing People
Whether you’re switching from envelopes or polywrap to paper wrap, or simply want to compare the options, The Mailing People are here to help.
Get in touch today to discuss your next direct mail campaign. We’ll help you choose between paper or polywrap, so you mailing looks great, works hard, and delivers results.
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