Simple guide to letterhead printing. Learn about 20-28lb paper weights, 8.5x11 standard size, linen vs. smooth finishes. Real pricing from $0.15/sheet. Make your business look professional with custom letterheads that impress clients.
Why Letterheads Still Matter (Yes, Even in 2026)
Let's start with the obvious question: do you really need printed letterheads when you could just add your logo to a Word document?
The honest answer is-it depends on your business. If you're emailing clients, digital letterheads work fine. But if you're sending proposals, contracts, invoices, or any physical documents? Professionally printed letterheads make a difference.
Think about it: when you receive a package with a handwritten label versus professionally printed shipping, which one feels more legitimate? Same principle applies to business correspondence. Printed letterheads signal that you're an established business, not someone working from their kitchen table (even if you are).
Here's what letterheads do for your business:
Build trust instantly. Clients see professional letterhead and assume you're a real, established business.
Reinforce your brand. Every piece of mail becomes a marketing touchpoint.
Look consistent. Digital looks cheap sometimes. Printed letterhead always looks intentional.
Stand out from competitors. Most small businesses use blank paper. You won't.
Plus, letterheads are surprisingly affordable-we're talking $0.15-0.50 per sheet for standard orders. That's less than the cost of a decent envelope.