The Amazon Basics 10-ream carton is a high-capacity solution for households that go through a lot of paper for schoolwork, coloring, and home administration. This 20 lb paper is the industry standard weight for internal documents and drafts. Tests show a high reliability rate across various printer brands, making it a dependable "workhorse" for the home office.
The 92 brightness is described as a "cool white," which provides plenty of contrast for black text and is often easier on the eyes for long-form reading than ultra-bright papers. Because it is a 20 lb stock, there may be some visible "ghosting" or show-through when printing on both sides, especially if the pages contain dark images or heavy ink use.
To ensure the paper remains in top condition, keep the carton in a dry area. The 5,000-sheet supply is heavy, so it is best stored on a lower shelf or in a dedicated rolling cart.
For special projects where you want a brighter, more vivid white, you might consider the HP 96 Bright reams which offer a higher level of color vibrancy.
Keeping a large stock of paper organized is simple with the right storage tools; see more in the multipurpose copy printer paper reams section.
