Collection: Karst Stone Paper

Just like paper, but environmentally friendly

Unlike normal paper, Karst stone paper is made without wood pulp and 100% tree-free. The production process uses much less water and energy and the factory where the paper is made largely runs on solar energy. Another big difference with normal paper is that no bleach or acids are used in the production process, so it is not harmful to the environment.

Water-resistant paper

Karst Stone Paper products are naturally waterproof and resistant to exposure to moisture, making them ideal for outdoor use. You can also leave a cup of coffee next to your sketchbook with peace of mind. The waterproof nature of the material also means the paper won't wrinkle, stain or tear when it gets wet, keeping your notes or sketches looking their best.

How sustainable is Karst stone paper?

Traditional paper is quite vulnerable, but Karst stone paper is super strong and can withstand much more. In addition, the paper has a smooth surface which makes it a real pleasure to write or draw. Every time I take notes, I'm amazed at how nice the paper feels.

Is stone paper suitable for drawing?

Absolute! Karst paper is very suitable for drawing. Because the stone paper absorbs less ink than regular paper, it looks cleaner and does not bleed. For notebooks and journals I would recommend a simple ballpoint pen because it does not smudge, dries faster and, simply put, it writes best. If you really want to start drawing, it is useful to go for the sketchbook version. With the 240 gram paper, these are even suitable for wet media.

Which pens are best to use on stone paper?

Karst's booklets are ideal for ballpoint pens and gel pens! However, as mentioned above, beware of fountain pens and felt-tip pens. Depending on the construction of the tip, you may need to change your grip, angle, or pressure. This is to prevent the paper from pressing through. Since the paper has no grain direction, it is not necessary to write on the paper with the same force.

What is the difference between Karst notebooks, journals and sketchbooks?

Notebooks:
Thenotebooksfrom Karst are available in A5 format as hardcover or softcover and you can choose from blank, lined, grid or dot grid pages.

Journals:
These bookletsare made to take with you. The journals are slightly thinner than the notebooks and have a soft cover. In addition to A5 size, they are also available in A6 size to easily fit in your back pocket.

Sketchbooks:
This seriesdistinguishes itself by the 240 gram paper compared to the 144 gram paper of the notebooks and journals. The thickness and complete water resistance of the paper guarantee that nothing pushes through the paper, making it possible to work with wet media in these sketchbooks.

Pencils:
For the creative person who wants to go a step further, there is also the KarstWoodless Pencils, of course made without wood. These pencils release up to five times more pigment than normal pencils. Specially designed for use with Karst paper, but suitable for all paper types.