These versatile envelopes are ideal for mailing a variety of items that include documents, photographs, CD’s and books. The padding in the envelope provides a cushioning effect, which ensures that the contents in the envelope reach their destination without being damaged. These envelopes come in a variety of sizes, shapes and colors. The most commonly used padded envelopes come in white, yellow and brown, with bubble padding. The air filled bubbles protect the contents of the envelope from wear and tear and even act as a water resistant seal. The versatility of these envelopes makes them a popular choice with businesses.

Eco-friendly options are padded envelopes made from recycled Kraft paper. Many of these come with padding made from recycled newsprint or recycled fibre. These envelopes are as durable as envelopes with bubble padding. Foam-lining is another popular choice with these envelopes. These foam-lined envelopes are more suited to sending books and catalogues. The standout feature of these envelopes is that they are both lightweight and durable. This helps keep postal charges down. Colored envelopes are used by some businesses to distinguish their packages from others. These envelopes often serve as an important marketing tool. Metallic envelopes with padding are very popular during the holiday season, especially as a substitute for holiday gift wrapping. These envelopes are available in a variety of vibrant colors, to suit every need. Since envelopes with padding are bulkier than regular mailing envelopes, they tend to stand out and are easy to identify.

Many padded envelopes come with printed shipping labels that add a professional touch. For transporting items like books and important documents, the best option is to go for sturdy, water-resistant envelopes. Though these are a little pricier than standard envelopes, they are worth the money, especially when transporting sensitive documents or important books, photographs, art work and CD’s.

Regular envelopes with padding are a great choice for mailing non-perishables, but for items that are easily perishable or require temperature control, there are envelopes that feature bubble padding and are made from a thermal shield that regulates the temperature of the contents. These envelopes are water resistant and durable.

Most envelopes that are padded are tear resistant, which means that the contents of the envelope can be safely transported irrespective of the destination, as these envelopes are made to withstand wear and tear without compromising on the safety of their contents. These envelopes range in size from 4x8 inches to 11.25x17 inches. Smaller items like CD’s and photographs ship best in small envelopes with bubble padding. Large documents, catalogues and books need bigger, more hard-wearing envelopes that are padded either with fibre, bubble padding or foam padding.

All envelopes that have an inner padding, come with an easy peel off self-adhesive seal that ensures efficient sealing. Many businesses, especially mail-order and direct marketing businesses use envelopes that are padded, to mail catalogues and product information brochures. There are a wide variety of padded catalogue envelopes that are available for various business needs. Most envelopes that offer the advantage of padding are made from material that is easy to print on. This facilitates easy printing of addresses or franking without damaging the envelope. A good quality padded envelope is usually made from Kraft paper, which is sturdy and pliable, making it an ideal choice for manufacturing envelopes with padding. Cheaper envelopes that are padded are rarely made from Kraft paper and may not offer the durability of Kraft paper. For packages that contain delicate material and have to travel long distances, better quality envelopes made from Kraft paper, are recommended.

No matter what your mailing needs are, with the wide variety of padded envelopes available today, there is one that is designed suit every need.

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Author's Bio: 

Mark Glendale is the marketing manager of A1 Business Search and has been responsible for the smooth running of both the internet and social media marketing for the last decade now. Adept in all areas of successful internet advertising for both A1 Business Search and their branch of subsidiary companies, it is Mark Glendale’s goal to continue providing exceptional leadership and management qualities.