Vivid subscribes to a number of environmental programs through its manufacturing processes and suppliers. We are committed to supporting our clients’ green requirements by offering options at various levels.
The following environmental initiatives are available through Vivid upon request:
* recycled papers with varying amounts of recycled content
* FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified printing and manufacturing: http://www.fsc.org/
* papers produced using windpower
* Green-e certified papers: http://www.green-e.org/
Paper
Vivid’s cards are printed on premium and high-end paper for maximum impact. Paper options include coated papers (matte or high gloss) and uncoated papers (with or without texture). Most standard papers used for Vivid cards have some recycled content, and many have FSC certification. In addition, Vivid offers recycled papers with higher post consumer waste content, plus environmental print management programs such as FSC certified printing. Within minimum orders, a client can change the paper of any Vivid card.
| Paper | Weight | Recycled Content | FSC |
| | | |
| Coated: | | | |
| Silk Matte | 14pt | 10%PCW | yes |
| Silk Art Matte | 14pt | 25%PCW | yes |
| Enviro Smooth Gloss | 13pt | 100%PCW | - |
| | | |
| Coated High Gloss: | | | |
| High Gloss | 14pt | - | - |
| High Gloss Recycled | 12pt | 30%PCW | yes |
| | | |
| Uncoated: | | | |
| Uncoated Fine: (Surcharge Applies) | 15pt | 100%PCW | yes |
| Uncoated Natural | 14pt | 10%PCW | yes |
Envelopes
Vivid’s custom-made envelopes are manufactured at an FSC certified facility. Envelope paper is 30% recycled and is SFI (Sustainable Forestry Initiative) certified. Envelopes are available in standard and foil-lined options.
Printing Inks
All Vivid cards are printed with soy-based vegetable inks.
Recycling
All Vivid cards, including cards with foil stamping, can be recycled through normal recycling programs. All Vivid envelopes, including foil lined, are recyclable.
