Choose 80gsm for ballpoint, pencil and routine planning in a lighter book. Choose 120gsm for a thicker, premium page with less show-through from gel pens and highlighters.
| Paper | Best with | Effect on the book |
|---|---|---|
| 80gsm | Ballpoint, pencil, routine planning | Keeps a full diary lighter |
| 120gsm | Gel pens, highlighters | A thicker, heavier, more premium page |
Paper weight also affects the finished thickness, especially at 150 or 250 pages. Compare page count and gsm together. See 100 vs 150 vs 250 pages.
If you use gel pens or highlighters, 120gsm. Otherwise 80gsm keeps it lighter.