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Paperwrapping Service
Paperwrapping is the premium alternative to polywrapping. It is heavier, feels more substantial and is kerbside recyclable. This means recipients can put it straight in their household recycling without a second thought, which matters to audiences who notice what their mail arrives in.
We offer paperwrapping alongside recyclable polywrapping. The right choice depends on your publication weight, your sustainability policy and the audience you are mailing to. We’ll advise on which suits your brief and whether the change from poly or envelopes to paperwrap makes sense for your specific postage cost.
The process, end to end
1. Brief and specification
Share your publication and distribution details and we’ll advise on whether paperwrap is appropriate for your weight and format, as well as how it compares on cost to recyclable poly.
2.Print
Your publication is printed in-house via Bishops Printers or sent to us as pre-printed stock.
3.Paperwrap and address
Your publication is wrapped in paper and the address is inkjet printed directly onto the outer. The Mailmark barcode is applied for postage discount and tracking.
4.Sort and despatch
Sorted for Royal Mail Advertising Mail or Publishing Mail discount and despatched on your agreed schedule.
Poly or paper, which is right for you?
Recyclable poly is transparent, cost-effective and shows the cover through the wrap, while paperwrap is opaque, heavier and kerbside recyclable. If your policy requires overall sustainability over recyclability, paperwrap is the right choice. If the cover design is a key part of your presentation, recyclable poly may be better, but we’ll help you decide.
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Let’s talk about your mailing.
Whether you have a brief ready or you’re still planning, we’re happy to advise. Our data audits and postage advice are always free no obligation, no jargon.
Or email us at enquiries@themailingpeople.co.uk – We’ll reply the same day.
Call us at 023 9237 7900
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. If you are currently using a polywrapped format, switching to paperwrap is straightforward. Speak to us about your current specification and we will confirm whether paperwrap is suitable and what any cost difference would be.
Yes. The address is inkjet printed directly onto the paperwrap outer so no additional label is required.
Paperwrap adds slightly more weight than polythene film. For most publications, this is minimal and doesn’t push the piece into a higher postage band. However, if your publication is already close to a weight threshold, we’ll check this at the brief stage and flag any postage implications.
Yes. Paperwrap is disposed of in standard household recycling in the same bin as newspapers and cardboard.
Paperwrap has a slightly higher material cost than recyclable poly. The difference is modest and will be reflected in your quote. For many premium or sustainability-focused senders, the quality and recyclability credentials justify the small additional cost.
ADDRESS
The Mailing People
Fitzherbert Road
Farlington
Portsmouth
Hampshire
PO6 1RU
