Are you looking for a new supplier for your office envelopes? Maybe you’ve recently been let down by your current stationery suppliers and they seem to consistently fail to deliver? Are you finding your budget stretched and that you need to make some major cut backs? Maybe you’re just starting out and are researching the most convenient suppliers for your needs. Whatever your specifics, LA Office are sure to tick all the boxes, delivering a service which is second to none.

Our selection of envelopes are manufactured by a long list of reputable brands giving you maximum choice and guaranteeing you’ll find the right products for you. Our envelopes are available from brands such as 5 Star, AF, Ambassador, Basildon Bond, CEP, Conqueror, Croxley Script, Ecolabel, Finish, GE, Jiffy, Kraft, New Guardian, Plus Fabric, Postmaster, Postsafe, Sage, SmartBox, Tyvek, Uno and Whitebox. Choose from sizes including 15 x 10, 16 x 12, C4, C5, DL and from envelope types such as machine, padded, polythene protective and speciality. You can also choose between a variety of colours and window options, plus sealing mthods such as gummed, peel and seal and press and seal.

The list really does go on, however we’d like to recommend a particular brand who specialise in white DL envelopes. You could of course opt for our budget 5 Star range which simply don’t get any better in terms of value for money, however if you’re looking for that little bit of extra quality, then Basildon Bond are the way forward. Take a look at the White Recycled Basildon Bond DL Envelopes featured. Available in small packs of 100 and made using 100% recycled paper; these wallet style, strong 100gsm envelopes boast an easy peel and seal closure. Priced at just £4.44 inc VAT, you cant go wrong!

Alternatively a fantastic the brand we recommend for excellent Brown DL Envelopes is New Guardian. The featured Heavyweight Pocket Manilla New Guardian DL Envelopes are a very popular choice among our customers! These exceptionally strong envelopes combine good looks and strength! Made using heavyweight 130gsm manilla with a subtle ribbed texture and distinctive sheen, these envelopes also boast fantastic environmental credentials.  All items are made from EU Eco-label accredited paper - better for the environment! Available in boxes of 500, these peel and seal envelopes are great value for money at just £21.12 inc VAT!

With so many unbeatable deals and a great choice of styles and brands, make LA Office your number one choice for envelope supplies!

In the run up to Christmas we will be talking a great deal about the festive period and the effects this has on business. During this time here at LA Office we see some dramatic changes in the way our customers shop and the products they buy. Our sales of paper, envelopes, ink and labels go through the roof as companies are busy sending out promotional newsletters and offers to their customers. In accordance with this change we make sure our supplies of these items are greater so that we can meet customer demand, and what’s more, we bring our prices right down so that we can be sure that we’re ahead of the competition.

One of the best sellers is our Enveloping Machine Envelopes. With the dramatic increase in outbound mail during this season, businesses resort to envelope filling machines as they save time and of course resources. Using an envelope machine will free up people power leaving your staff to work on more trying matters than stuffing envelopes! What’s more, the envelope machine will do the job faster, without error and minus the paper cuts!

Our range of Envelopes For Automatic Envelope Filling Machines are available from the brands 5 Star and Postmaster giving you the choice of value for money or the quality you expect from bigger brands. However there isn’t much between the two and since Christmas is such an expensive time for us all, maybe it would be worth considering the 5 Star variety. Take for example these 5 Star White DL 90gsm Window Gummed Mail Machine Envelopes;

• 5 Star Mailing Machine Envelopes
• Oversized for machine insertion
• Biodegradable window film
• Trapeze style flaps to aid insertion
• Size: DL, 114 x 235mm
• White
• Packed 500
• Just £23.34 inc VAT!

At such great value for money and all the features and quality you would need and expect, why pay more? These envelopes are the ideal choice for sending out business mail; however they are also available in C5 size too for when you’re sending out greetings cards, brochures or documents that shouldn’t be folded more than once. If you’d like some assistance in choosing your perfect envelope, please do not hesitate to get in touch; call our offices on 0870 766 1722 where there is always someone on the other end of the phone more than happy to assist you.

When it comes to envelopes, most of us tend to pop down to our local post office or newsagent and buy a pack that seems to look the appropriate size. Because of this, the majority of us tend not to understand the envelopes sizes and wouldn’t have a clue which envelope size they normally buy or what the other sizes are. However this could pose a problem if you’re buying your envelopes online and when ordering a business’s envelopes for the year ahead; you wouldn’t want to make any mistakes there! Luckily for you there is a simple envelope size guide online which is a site dedicated to giving you all the information you could need about envelopes in a straight forward and easy to understand way.

Most envelopes fall into the C series, which is defined by ISO 216 and are given names such as C4 (one of the more popular sizes), C5, C6 and so on. However one of the most widely used business envelopes is the DL size which has a format that does not fit into C series sizes, in fact it has a different aspect ratio altogether. The DL envelope originated in Germany back in the 1920’s where it was then known as DIN Lang. We now understand the abbreviation to stand for ‘Dimension Lengthwise’. This size is of course included and defined in the ISO standards for envelope sizes, as the most popularly used envelope size, it would have been negligent to exclude it!

Using DL Size Envelopes is considered to be the most professional way to mail a business document. Its contents – normally an A4 document – will need to be folded into 3 equal sections parallel to its shortest sides in order to fit into the envelope. The DL envelope measures 110 x 220 mm or 4⅓” x 8⅔” and a great example of a good quality DL envelope is the Basildon Bond Recycled DL Envelopes featured.

• Basildon Bond Envelopes
• Small packs, ideal for the small or home office
• Made from 100% recycled paper
• Window is made from corn (not petrochemicals) which is fully biodegradable and can be put in the paper recycling waste
• 100gsm
• White
• Wallet Style
• Peel & Seal
• Size: DL 110 x 220mm
• Boxed 100
• Just £4.44 inc VAT!

The Green Bit

All the paper used in some of their ranges are from UK paper mills, from 100% recovered material. The white envelopes all use a 100gsm paper that is exceptionally smooth and white, and the manilla use 90gsm paper. In addition, the window film, while perfectly clear, is 100% biodegradable, made remarkably from corn not petrochemicals. This also means that even the window envelopes in the range can be included in any paper recycling.

All their white envelopes feature a subtle green opaque with the recycled symbol.

As the most common envelope size used in business, we feel a strong urge to ‘plug’ our selection of DL envelopes as we don’t want to lose out to our competitors, particularly if they’re prices aren’t as low as ours, or their customer service is poor. Honesty is the best policy always, that why here at LA Office we like to be straight with our customers. Yes, this blog is aimed at bringing our beloved market and valued customers our way when it comes to purchasing envelopes, which I think is fair enough considering the vast selection of high quality envelopes we actually have!

The DL envelope is designed to accommodate an A4 sheet of paper folded over twice to create three roughly equal sections. Measuring 22cm in width and 11cm in height, the DL envelope is normally used for sending single page letters and documents. As the enclosed document will need to be folded twice, it will be marked with creases which can sometimes look unprofessional if there are more than two pages. For this reason we recommend using DL envelopes only for single page documents when you’re trying to put across a professional image. The DL envelope is not part of the ISO C series, which is the widely used standard size for envelopes. It is presumed that DL once stood for DIN Lang (Deutsche Industrie Norm, Long), however is now the abbreviation for “Dimension Lengthwise” by ISO 269. (See C Series Envelope Formats)

This envelope size is essential when you’re looking to send correspondents to customers; maybe chase payments, advise them on policy changes and so on. Due to its wide open flap and lightweight properties, it’s clear to see why this is the most cost effective and user friendly envelope in which to enclose a letter. Our favourite is the featured 5 Star 90gsm Office DL Envelopes which is perfect for all office mail. Featuring:

·         Medium weight 90gsm

·         Envelopes suitable for all kinds of general correspondence and mailings

·         White with blue opaque interior for security

·         Gummed

·         Wallet style

·         Size: DL 110 x 220mm

·         Boxed 1000

·         Just £16.30 inc VAT!  (RRP £71.14!!)

We have plenty of cheap DL envelopes here at LA Office so why not browse through our online catalogue to find the ideal envelopes for your businesses needs.

We have envelope enquiries coming out of our back teeth here at LA Office which seems a little unusual that they’re all coming at once. They are a ‘trying’ item we appreciate, with so many envelope sizes available, paper thicknesses, quality and colours; which do you go for and why? It seems this one gets our customers knickers in a twist, but there’s no need, really! It very simple once you know and extremely easy to remember (that is if you know your paper sizes!), so it may be worth brushing up on the skills too. If you work in the mailing department at your place of work, I don’t envy you. I can see it now, you’ve been lumbered with the task of ordering in a year’s supply of company envelopes, but you don’t want to look silly by asking “which ones?” and “what does DL stand for?” Its okay, we have all the answers for you here. Take a look at our basic guide bellow:

• C4 Envelopes – Measuring 324 x 229mm, these envelopes are one of the more common sizes and can hold a sheet of A4 paper unfolded (C4 = A4).
• C5 Envelopes – Measuring 229 x 162mm, these envelopes are also relatively common and can hold a piece of A4 paper folded in half once or a piece of unfolded A5 paper (C5 = A5).
• C6 Envelopes – Measuring 114 x 162mm, these envelopes hold a piece of A4 paper folded into quarters, an A5 piece of paper folded in half once or a piece of unfolded A6 paper(C6=A6).
• DL Envelopes – Measuring 110 x 220mm, these are probably the most common office envelope and can hold an A4 piece of paper folded into thirds or an A5 piece of paper folded once.

There are also various different types of envelope to choose from, regardless of their size. A pocket envelope for example has it’s opening flap positioned along the short edge, where as a wallet envelope has it opening flap along the top edge. A banker envelope is the kind that has a triangular flap which we use for occasions cards and personal letters.  

Envelopes come in a variety of different seals too, three to be precise. Gummed envelopes are the sort in which you must moisten the adhesive strip in order to activate the ‘glue’. The Press & Seal variety are exceedingly popular in business as they only require that the two ‘glued’ flaps are applied together, it’s as simple as that. Peel & Seal envelopes are also straight forward and have a glued flap which is protected by a strip of paper. Peel away the strip and the adhesive is exposed ready for sealed shut the envelope.

Equipped with this knowledge you can now safely enter the world of envelopes, however should you need any further advise, please do not hesitate to call on 0870 7661722. More can be found out about the realationship between C4 Size, C5 Size, C6 Size and DL Size envelopes at EnvelopeSizes.info

I remember as a kid I used to make occasions cards for my family on birthdays, Mothers day, Fathers day, Easter, Christmas etc. To be honest, I know that my mother in particular still loves them now, so whenever I have the time I’ll take a day out to make her a card for Mothers day or her birthday. It’s quite nice to have the excuse to get out all my lovely art supplies, which by the way include the most fabulous Derwent artist pencils which I swear by! My grandparents pulled out a folder the other day filled with cards that my brothers, my cousins and I had made for them over the years, it was quite bizarre. Some of them even had homemade envelopes which gave me an idea for today’s blog. As reputable envelope suppliers we have various different customer markets; from big corporate giants to small offices, to home workers and families. Now obviously businesses will not have the time to go making their own envelopes, but for our small niche market of families, they could have a go at making envelopes of their own as a fun activity to do with the kids. You will need:

• Paper
• Glue
• Scissors
• Ruler

Get yourself a sheet of paper measuring 8 ½ - by 11” and fold a half-inch seem on each long side. Next, measure 4 inches from the bottom of the paper and mark with a pencil. Fold the paper along the 4 inch line creating the bottom flap for the card to sit inside. Next, use the glue to stick the bottom flap to the folded sides and fold the top of the paper over by 2 inches forming the top flap. Taper the sides of this flap to create some style. When you have filled your envelopes, glue the top flap closed.

For businesses, unless you’re looking for a nice team building experience you may prefer to look through our selection of different envelopes available in various sizes and from some top brands. Our envelopes are made from high quality paper and are priced to suit all different budgets. Choose from the following categories:

• 15 x 10 Envelopes  
• 16 x 12 Envelopes
• C4 Envelopes (Fits A4 Page unfolded)
• C5 Envelopes (Fits A4 Page folded in half along long edge)
• DL Envelopes (Standard Business Size)
• Machine Processing Envelopes
• Padded Envelopes
• Polythene & Protective Envelopes
• Specialty Envelopes

Envelopes can be a tricky item to purchase when you have little knowledge of what the sizes mean. If you’ve been assigned the task of purchasing business envelopes to stock up for the year ahead, you could be out of your depth here! Ok, maybe I’m under estimating you, but I’m basing this theory on myself. Before I started work for LA Office I knew absolutely nothing about the names of the different sizes of envelopes and the different style closures, which would have made buying them online extremely difficult. Yes, I may have worked with them every day, but it’s not like their sizes are marked on them anywhere! The funny thing is though, is that it’s rather simple to remember once you’ve been told; in fact, if you know your paper sizes, then it’s a doddle!

Below is a chart which illustrates the envelopes and their sizes for quick reference. In basic, C4 envelopes are intended for use with A4 paper UNFOLDED. This is perfect when you are sending a document that mustn’t be creased. C5 envelopes are intended to be used with A5 paper UNFOLDED or with A4 paper FOLDED IN HALF ONCE. C6 envelopes are for use with A6 paper UNFOLDED, A5 paper FOLDED IN HALF ONCE, or A4 paper FOLDED TWISE INTO QUATERS. DL envelopes are one of the most popular envelope sizes in business and holds A4 paper FOLDED INTO THIRDS or A5 paper FOLDED IN HALF.

After choosing the correct size, you will then need to decide the style of envelope you are looking for. Wallet and banker envelopes have the opening flap placed on the long edge of the envelope which is what defines the envelope as a wallet or a banker. These are probably the most commonly used envelope styles. Pocket envelopes have their opening flap positioned on the short edge which is what defines the envelope as a pocket. There are other less commonly used envelope styles such as gusset envelopes which expand to hold their contents, or padded and protective envelopes which are reinforced with either board, foam or bubble wrap.

Your final decision is which type of seal would work best in your office (or home). For many the taste of a gummed envelope doesn’t put them off, nor does the risk of paper cuts to the tongue (ouch!). If this applies to you, then why pay the extra for a more ‘convenient’ seal? Alternatively, press and seal envelopes do not require any added moisture. To seal, simple apply the two glued flapped together. The last option is the peel and seal envelope which has a glued strip protected by a plastic strip. Simply fill the envelope, then peel back the plastic strip and close.  

Now you are equipped with the information you need, you will be able to make an informed decision, ordering the right envelopes for the job in hand. Remember, although our prices are already very low, if you buy in bulk (which is always useful with consistently used products such as envelopes) you will enjoy a further reduced price. Just ask for a quote!