Mica paper

Description

A decorative paper coated or prepared with powdered mica. Mica paper is reflective with a satiny sheen. It is often calendered or embossed. The mica may be adhered to the surface withs starch or casein. A shellac coating was sometimes used to impart water-resistance. Mica paper is used for greeting cards, invitations, and wallpaper.

Other Properties

Mica is usually 180 mesh or finer.

Sources Checked for Data in Record

• The Dictionary of Paper, American Paper Institute, New York, Fourth Edition, 1980

• E.J.LaBarre, Dictionary and Encyclopedia of Paper and Paper-making, Swets & Zeitlinger, Amsterdam, 1969

• G.S.Brady, Materials Handbook, McGraw-Hill Book Co., New York, 1971 Comment: p. 907