Paper for School Projects: A1 Sheets, Poster Paper and Colour Packs

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Haanz Team

2026-10-19

On 2026-10-19

Haanz Art GuideFree, practical advice from the team at Haanz Art & Craft Materials

School projects need many kinds of paper. A chart needs a big smooth sheet, an exam practice drawing needs firm paper, and a craft project needs colours. Choosing the right paper for school projects makes the work look neater and saves last-minute trips to the shop. This Haanz Art Guide covers the project papers we stock and what each one is for.

Large sheets for drawing and exam practice

SeaKing Sketch Paper 160gsm, A1: a big, sturdy sheet for pencil drawing, school art and exam practice.
Natural White Drawing Paper A2: a large sheet for pencil and charcoal drawings, art school work and posters.
Sketch Paper 160gsm, A3: a smooth, sturdy wood-pulp sheet sold per sheet, handy for single assignments.
Drawing Paper 120gsm: an everyday sheet for sketching and school art with pencil and crayons.

How to choose: for drawings that need erasing and shading, 160gsm is firmer and copes better than thinner paper. For practice and rough work, 120gsm is fine.

Poster paper for charts

Poster Paper is a large, smooth sheet for school charts, posters and notices. It is made for markers, poster colour and pasted pictures rather than detailed shading.

Coloured paper packs

Colour A4, 10 pack (80gsm): assorted coloured paper for craft, printing and school projects.
Colour A4, 10 pack Premium Colours (80gsm): the same size in a premium colour mix.
Black A4, 100 pack (80gsm): black sheets for craft, cards and gel pen art.

Coloured paper is great for borders, title panels, cut-out shapes and mounting photos on a chart.

See more in Other Papers and Pads and Drawing Papers for Pencil Drawings. Prices change, so see each product page for today’s price.

Making a neat school chart

Plan on scrap paper first. Sketch where the title, pictures and text will go.
Draw light guidelines with an HB pencil and a ruler so writing stays straight.
Add the title in large letters, using a coloured paper panel behind it for contrast.
Paste pictures and text boxes with a glue stick to avoid wrinkles.
Outline with markers and erase pencil lines when the ink is dry.
Add borders with coloured paper strips or a marker.

Our Hand Lettering for Beginners guide helps with neat titles.

Exam practice on large paper

Practise at the same size as your exam paper, so you learn to plan the space.
Tape the sheet to a board at the corners so it doesn’t slide.
Keep a clean sheet under your hand to prevent smudges.
Store practice drawings flat or rolled in a tube, never folded.

For more on the materials you’ll need, see Art Supplies for O/L and A/L Art and School Art Supply List.

Quick paper guide by task

Charts and posters: poster paper plus coloured A4 for panels.
Pencil drawing practice: 120gsm drawing paper.
Finished drawings and exam practice: 160gsm sketch paper in A3, A2 or A1.
Craft and cards: coloured A4 and black A4 packs.

Frequently asked questions

Can I paint on 160gsm sketch paper?

Light poster colour is fine, but heavy watercolour will make it wave. Use watercolour paper for wet painting.

How do I carry an A1 sheet without folding it?

Roll it loosely and carry it in a drawing tube.

What is the difference between 80gsm and 160gsm?

80gsm is light, like printer paper, and is good for craft and cutting. 160gsm is about twice as heavy, so it feels firmer, stays flatter and takes more erasing.

Which colour paper should I use behind a title?

Pick a colour that contrasts with your letters, such as dark letters on a light panel or white letters on black. Contrast makes titles easy to read from a distance.

Do you deliver islandwide?

Yes. We deliver across Sri Lanka in 2–5 working days, with cash on delivery, card or bank transfer. You can also visit our shops in Boralesgamuwa and Horana, open every day from 9 AM to 6 PM.

Not sure what to choose? WhatsApp the Haanz team on 0711 515 515 and we’ll help you choose paper for your project.

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