Proxy Card Paper for Custom Trading Cards & MTG Proxies
Print sharp, colorful custom trading card proxies, MTG proxies, and playtest cards with premium inkjet paper from Red River Paper.
Whether you're building a casual gaming deck, testing new card designs, or creating custom trading cards, choosing the right proxy paper makes a difference. Red River Paper offers heavyweight inkjet cardstock and specialty papers that deliver crisp text, detailed artwork, rich color, and professional-looking results for your card printing projects.
From sturdy matte cardstock for standalone cards to lighter papers for sleeved proxies and double-sided options for custom card backs, our selection offers a range of paper weights, thicknesses, and finishes to match your printing method.
Polar Matte 330
Name Change: Formerly 88lb. Polar Matte
This heavy card stock paper brings you professional quality in every sense of the meaning - from the coating to the base stock, Polar is the go-to photo matte when you want the best.
- Surface: Smooth matte
- Tone: Bright white
- Weight: 330 gsm / 88lb.
- Thickness: 15 mil
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Polar Matte 230 Double-Sided
Name Change: Formerly 60lb. Polar Matte Double-sided
Polar Matte 230 Double-Sided is a professional-grade archival matte paper designed for high-quality printing on both sides. From its finely tuned coating to its premium base stock, it delivers consistent, reliable results for photographic and artistic work.
- Surface: Smooth matte - Double-sided
- Tone: Bright white
- Weight: 230 gsm / 60 lb.
- Thickness: 11 mil
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Polar Matte 230
Name Change: Formerly 60lb. Polar Matte
Polar Matte 230 is a professional-grade photo matte paper designed for exceptional tonal control and detail. Its soft white surface provides excellent ink holdout, making it a trusted choice for high-quality photographic and artistic printing.
- Surface: Smooth matte
- Tone: Bright white
- Weight: 230 gsm / 60 lb.
- Thickness: 10 mil
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Palo Duro SoftGloss Rag 315
Made from 100% cotton fiber and featuring a lightly textured soft gloss surface, Palo Duro SoftGloss Rag fine art paper gives you the classic look of a darkroom photographic print with the performance of modern inkjet technology.
- Surface: Lightly textured semi-gloss
- Tone: Warm white
- Weight: 315 gsm
- Thickness: 16.5 mil
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Premium Matte 176
Name Change: Formerly 47lb. Premium Matte
Premium Matte 176 features a bright white, ultra-smooth surface that delivers rich color and crisp detail on any inkjet printer. Its medium weight provides a balanced, substantial feel and makes it a smart alternative to big-brand matte papers. Print photo quality on the coated front side.
- Surface: Smooth matte
- Tone: Bright white
- Weight: 176 gsm / 47 lb.
- Thickness: 8.5 mil
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Premium Matte 120
Name Change: Formerly 32lb. Premium Matte
Red River Premium Matte 120 has a smooth, bright white finish that produces brilliant color and sharp detail on any inkjet printer. The lightest paper in the Premium Matte family, this paper offers printing flexibility and cost savings when you demand top grade image reproduction.
- Surface: Smooth matte
- Tone: Bright white
- Weight: 120 gsm / 32 lb.
- Thickness: 5.5 mil
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Choose the Right Paper for Your Proxy Cards
Different proxy printing methods call for different papers. Whether you're making standalone cards, printing custom fronts and backs, or creating lightweight inserts for card sleeves, Red River Paper offers inkjet papers to match your project.
Heavyweight Matte Cardstock for Standalone Proxies
Polar Matte 330 is our top recommendation for sturdy, standalone proxy cards. Its smooth matte surface delivers sharp text, detailed artwork, and rich color, while its 330 gsm weight provides a substantial feel. Be sure your printer supports heavyweight paper before ordering.
Double-Sided Paper for Custom Card Backs
Polar Matte 230 Double-Sided lets you print custom artwork on both sides of a single sheet. It's a practical choice for personalized trading cards, alternate card backs, and original card game designs. Check your printer's duplex printing capabilities and alignment before printing.
Everyday Proxy Cards & Specialty Prints
Polar Matte 230 offers a lighter alternative to heavyweight cardstock for everyday proxy printing and playtesting. For premium showcase cards and specialty artwork, Palo Duro SoftGloss Rag 315 provides a distinctive fine art surface with a subtle sheen.
Lightweight Paper for Sleeved Proxy Inserts
Not every proxy needs to be printed on cardstock. Many players print just the card face and place it inside a protective sleeve in front of an existing trading card.
Premium Matte 120 is a lightweight option for this method, helping minimize the additional thickness inside the sleeve while producing detailed, colorful artwork. Premium Matte 176 offers a middle-weight alternative for those who prefer a more substantial printed insert.
These lighter papers are especially useful for playtest decks, frequent card changes, and projects where the backing card supplies the stiffness.
Learn How to Print Proxy Cards at Home
For more information about printing methods, paper selection, printer settings, trimming, and finishing, read our Guide to Printing Proxies at Home. The article also features guidance inspired by proxy printing creator CryCry.
Explore More Creative Card Papers: Browse our ACEO Paper for miniature collectible art prints or Artist Trading Card Paper for creative card exchanges.
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