Board Game Pieces

Choosing board game pieces for your game is quite a difficult task, especially as the terms used are so abstract and don't really resonate well. However, getting the right board game pieces is essential for a successful game. Though some creators will go for an average ok effect, others will want the board game components and accessories to jump out and make a difference.

To help you get a better idea as to the materials you are choosing for your game, Hero Time has made a sample book of all the paper and cardboard types you can use in your board game. and Hero Time will keep updating some cool new board game accessories you can choose and add to your game.

Get a sample book for the paper and cardboard pieces

Custom Board Game Pieces

Types of Paper

the core of the inside is black

The inner side of the paper is white core

Lamination & Finish

rather than printing on paper, they print on foil

Cardboard Construction

Linen Finish on Cards

Linen finish on cards is done by a press machine with steel plates that have a certain pattern. The paper goes through the machine and is pressed to get the same surface pattern.

Linen finish on cards is used when you either want your cards to shuffle more easily or alternatively have an attractive looking surface.

However, Linen finish on any paper make the paper thinner, so, we recommend to first use at least a 350gsm card stock, and second to lower the press pressure of the linen finish so it doesn't damage your card.

Linen finish is a process that is done independently of the other surface materials so it can be used on any surface. Whether you have lamination, oil varnish, or aqua based finish to your cards, the linen finish can be done.

The price for linen finish is about 0.15USD per sheet of paper.