Custom Greaseproof Paper: The Complete Guide

Grease is the enemy of good food packaging. Let it soak through and the wrap goes translucent, the box stains, and the order looks tired before it reaches the table. Greaseproof paper solves that. It resists oil and butter, holds its print, and keeps hot, fried food looking fresh. At Discount Box Printing, we manufacture custom greaseproof paper factory-direct for burger bars, fish-and-chip shops, and bakeries across the United States. This guide covers everything that goes into branded greaseproof paper that performs: types, weights, sizes, printing, eco options, and how to order at true wholesale prices.

What Is Custom Greaseproof Paper?

Custom greaseproof paper is food-safe paper treated to resist oil and grease, printed with your logo, colors, and artwork. It lines baskets, trays, and boxes. It also wraps burgers, fried food, and pastries. The grease-resistant surface stops oils and butter from soaking through. It is printed with food-safe inks, so it is safe for direct contact with food.

Think of it as two jobs in one sheet. The first job is function: block the grease, keep the order clean, protect the box. The second job is marketing: put your name in the customer's hands every time. A plain blank sheet only does the first job. Branded greaseproof paper does both.

Why Branded Greaseproof Paper Is Worth It

Printed paper is one of the cheapest marketing tools a food shop has. Every order leaves the counter lined or wrapped in your brand. It sits on the table. It rides in the bag. It shows up in photos online. None of that costs extra once the paper is printed.

It also builds trust. A clean, consistent liner makes a single-location shop look established and run with care. Customers notice the difference between a generic sheet and one printed with a shop's own colors. Over hundreds of orders a week, that small detail adds up to a stronger brand and more repeat visits.

Types of Greaseproof Paper

Greaseproof paper comes in a few formats. The right mix depends on what you serve and how you use it. Common types include:

• Wrap sheets — grease-resistant squares for burgers and fried items, close cousins of our custom sandwich wrap paper.
• Basket and tray liners — branded sheets that finish baskets, boards, and trays.
• Box and carton liners — food-safe liners that protect printed boxes from grease.
• Deli and counter sheets — fold-and-wrap paper for counter service, related to our custom deli paper.
• Bakery and pastry sheets — light sheets for baked goods and donuts.
• Continuous rolls — wide rolls for high-volume dispensers and wrap stations.

Greaseproof Paper Weights and Grades

Greaseproof paper is sold by weight, usually in grams per square meter (gsm). The weight controls how durable and grease-resistant the sheet is:

• Light (around 35 gsm) — for basket liners, single-use wraps, and light bakery items.
• Medium (around 40 gsm) — the all-purpose choice for wrapping and lining most foods.
• Heavy (around 45 gsm) — for heavy, oily foods and extra durability.

You can pick natural kraft-tone or bright-white stock. Kraft reads warm and eco-friendly. White reads clean and makes color pop. Every weight is FDA-compliant and safe for direct food contact.

Greaseproof Paper Sizes and Formats

There is no single fixed size. Paper is cut to fit your basket, box, and wrapping style. These are popular stock formats, and all of them are customizable:

Format	Popular Size	Best Use
Pre-cut sheet (small)	8 × 8 to 10 × 10 in	Basket liners, fries, small wraps
Pre-cut sheet (large)	12 × 12 to 14 × 14 in	Burger and sandwich wraps
Tray and box liner	10 × 14, 12 × 16 in	Tray, basket, and box lining
Continuous roll	15–18 in wide	High-volume dispensers
Basis weight	35–45 gsm	Tune durability and grease resistance

Not sure what fits? Tell us how you use it and what you serve. We will recommend the right size and weight so nothing soaks through or runs short.

Greaseproof vs Parchment vs Wax Paper

These three get mixed up often, so here is the simple version. Greaseproof paper resists oil and grease at room and serving temperatures, which makes it ideal for wrapping and lining. Parchment is silicone-coated and oven-safe for baking. Wax paper has a wax coating that resists moisture but is not made for high heat.

For wrapping and lining food at the counter, greaseproof paper is the right call. For high-heat baking, use our custom parchment paper. Many shops keep both on hand for different stations.

Printing, Inks, and Finishes

Your logo and artwork print with food-safe flexographic or digital printing. You can match exact brand shades with custom inks. Run a clean one-color logo to keep costs low. Or run a full-color repeating pattern for a bolder, all-over look. Coverage stays consistent edge to edge across every sheet and roll.

Because the ink sits on grease-resistant stock, the print stays sharp even after the paper wraps hot, oily food. That durability matters: the wrap has to still look good by the time it reaches the table or the photo.

Eco-Friendly Greaseproof Paper

More food shops want greener packaging, and customers notice. Recyclable and compostable greaseproof stocks let you cut waste without giving up grease resistance. Kraft-tone sheets also signal a natural, low-waste look at a glance. Demand for sustainable foodservice packaging keeps climbing across the industry, as trade coverage like Packaging World reports. Choosing compostable paper is a small change that fits that trend and reads well with eco-minded customers.

Wholesale Greaseproof Paper: Cost and Minimums

Price depends on a few things: the paper weight, the sheet size or roll width, the quantity, and the number of print colors. Because we manufacture factory-direct, there is no reseller markup and no setup fee. That usually lands well below buying branded paper through a middleman.

Low minimum orders keep it realistic for a single shop. You can order what you need now and reorder as you grow. Reorders of an approved design move fast, so you never have to over-buy to stay stocked. Want a price target beaten? Send a competitor quote through Beat My Quote and we will try to come in lower.

How to Order Custom Greaseproof Paper

1. Request a free quote. Share your paper weight, sheet size or roll width, quantity, and print colors.
2. Get a free proof. Our designers prepare print-ready artwork and a digital proof at no cost.
3. Approve and we print. Once you sign off, we manufacture factory-direct on food-safe stock.
4. Free delivery. Your finished greaseproof paper ships to your door across the USA.

Want to feel the stock first? Order a free sample kit to compare weights and finishes in hand before you commit to a full run.

Final Thoughts

Greaseproof paper is small, but it works hard. It blocks the grease, protects the order, and markets your shop with every wrap. Branded, food-safe paper is one of the lowest-cost ways to look established and stay memorable. Pick the right weight and size, print it with your brand, and let every order carry your name out the door.

Explore More

• Custom Greaseproof Paper — shop branded sheets and rolls.
• Custom Sandwich Wrap Paper — and read the sandwich wrap guide.
• Custom Deli Paper — and read the deli paper guide.
• Custom Bagel Paper — and read the bagel paper guide.
• Custom Parchment Paper — oven-safe paper for baking.