

At Ecological Fibers, it is our mission to provide you with the best possible customer experience. From our team of industry experts standing by to help guide you through every step of the production process, to our growing list of design tools, we are here to help take the guesswork out of your projects.
Product Hex Codes
Hex codes are a way of representing colors using hexadecimal notation. In web design and graphic design, hex codes are commonly used to specify colors in a format that translates easily to RGB (red, green, blue) values. Hex codes are widely used in web development, CSS, and graphic design software to specify colors precisely.
By using these codes, you can produce realistic digital mockups of your design projects and transfer your design schemes from physical projects to digital interfaces such as websites, apps, and more.

Please note, while our in-house marketing team spent countless hours assuring that the hex codes provided are as accurate as possible, in the end, they are still RGB representations of our product colors which can appear differently on various devices. Ecological Fibers always recommends the use of physical swatch books for accurate product colors.
Adobe® Swatch Downloads
Adobe Swatch Exchange (ASE) files are a file format used by Adobe® applications to store color palettes and swatches. They enable designers and artists to easily exchange and share color palettes across different Adobe® software, such as Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
Each Ecological Fibers product line can be downloaded into its own easily identifiable swatch folder, where all stocked color options are clearly labeled. This means you can keep the entire Ecological Fibers catalog embedded into your Adobe® design software, no matter where you work.

Sample of Rainbow® 80 Adobe® Swatches
Decoration Tips & Guidelines
Each Ecological Fibers product line has unique characteristics that make it stand out, but most projects equally rely on various methods of decoration to complete the design.
The chart below shows our recommendations for decorating methods for each of our product lines. Please remember that different production companies use different ink types, printer technologies, and stamping methods. As always, we highly recommend contacting your account representative to have sample sheets sent to you for full testing before going to production.
Embossing Pattern Downloads
Adding texture could be the step to bringing your project to the next level. Ecological Fibers has over 100 different embossing patterns, from subtle linens to bold leathers, to help provide intrigue and richness to the project at hand.
As always, we highly recommend contacting your account representative to have sample sheets sent to you for full testing before going to production.
Industry Glossary
What does grain-long mean? Does the word “antique” just mean it’s old paper?
We can help. This resource is designed to clarify the essential terminology used in paper production, design, and application. Whether you’re a professional in the field, a student, or simply curious about the industry, this glossary will provide straightforward definitions and explanations. Understanding these terms will enhance your knowledge and facilitate better communication within the vibrant world of paper, from raw materials to finished products.
