Rolling sheets

How are rolling papers made?

Everything you need to know about the composition of rolling papers

First of all, not all rolling papers are created equal when it comes to the quality of the raw materials used. Below, we'll show you how rolling papers are made, and the differences in composition depending on the type of rolling paper.

In France, rolling paper first appeared in the 18th century, but it existed long before that, since the very first rolling papers were produced in Spain around 1153.

The raw material used to make rolling paper was rice. Rice was widely used until the 20th century. In fact, did you know that the Rizla brand of rolling papers takes its name from this grain? Rizla is in fact a contraction of "Riz La Croix" - rice being the main component of paper - and Lacroix for Léonide LaCroix, the Angoulême-based papermaker who invented the brand.

Gradually, rice paper gave way to paper made from wood fibers. Today, some brands continue to use this material. These include the JOB brand of sheets and ZIG ZAG.

It's easy to recognize wood-fiber-based rolling papers by their thickness and extra-white color. However, this type of rolling paper is increasingly being abandoned, as the trend is towards extra-thin rolling papers that are easier to roll.

Today, many brands produce their rolling papers with hemp. Initially used for slim sheets and cones for Hookah seals, hemp is now used in all rolling papers and even cigarette filters.

The manufacturing process is simple: the hemp fibers contained in the cannabis plant are used to make the paper. The fibers contain no cannabinoids, so the paper is THC-free. Hemp rolling papers are appealing for their tastelessness and natural composition. Among the best-sellers is the OCB with organic hemp, available in both slim and short sheets.

Despite the different raw materials used, the manufacturing process remains more or less the same.

First, the fibers are harvested either from wood for wood-fiber paper or from hemp leaves. Next, the fibers are transformed into a kind of pulp that is dried and flattened to the desired thickness.

Once perfectly dry, the paper is cut into the desired shape and size. Early rolling papers were cut individually and sold in bulk. Today, they come in the form of Booklet , with several sheets and sometimes even integrated cardboard filters (toncars). Find out more about the different sizes of rolling papers on the market.

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Rolling sheet dimensions

Regular or short leaf: This is the oldest format, measuring 70 x 36 mm. This is the standard format for rolling cigarettes. Among the most popular are the short OCB sheet, the short RAW sheet and the Sensky Regular.

The 1/4 sheet : Less common, this is the Spanish rolling sheet. Why this name? Because it's particularly popular in Spain. Its dimensions straddle the line between short and slim sheets.

The slim or King Size (long) sheet: You've probably already heard of the famous OCB slim or Sensky Slim? It measures 110 mm and is ideal for rolling a CBD joint or cone.

Pre-rolled cone: As its name suggests, the pre-rolled cone is a sheet that's already been rolled! All that's left to do is fill it. It's also practical for those who want a perfect cone without getting tired. Available in a range of formats, including the Cône XXL with its giant format ideal for parties.

Rolls: The advantage of rolls is that you can choose the length of your roll yourself. If you use several paper formats, rolls are the best option. The cardboard is generally equipped with a notched edge for easy cutting of the rolling paper.

Which rolling sheet to choose?

Now that you've been able to differentiate between the different sizes of cigarette paper, it's important to know about the different types of rolling papers, because there are lots of them, and it's not always easy to choose the right one for your needs.

Rolling papers with or without filters? White or brown? Which brand to choose? We'll try to answer all your questions as precisely as possible.

What's the best rolling sheet?

I'm on a budget, I'm looking for an inexpensive rolling sheet

Good news: it's possible to buy a rolling foil that's both inexpensive and high quality! Among the best value for money, the Sensky brand is a benchmark. A French brand, Sensky offers a wide range of rolling papers in all sizes and for all tastes: from white sheets to unbleached brown sheets, and even 2-in-1 notebooks with filters like the Sensky double slim + tips.

I want a leaf to smoke my CBD

The leaves most recommended for smoking CBD are King Size Slim rolling leaves. Long and wide, their format makes them easy to roll while perfectly containing the cbd flowers. A naturally brown, chemical-free and unbleached composition is ideal for not altering the flavours of your plants.

I'm looking for a less toxic rolling paper

Then unbleached rolling papers are ideal! Brown in color, this sheet has not undergone chlorine bleaching and contains no chemical additives. What's more, most of these sheets contain no glue, but acacia gum, which is just as effective at sealing the sheet.

Depending on the format you're looking for and your budget, you can opt for Sensky Origins, OCB Bio or the full range of RAW rolling papers. Of course, these are just a few examples - our online store is packed with natural rolling papers. For more information, take a look at our complete guide to natural rolling papers.

Where can I buy flavored rolling papers?

On our online store you'll find a range of flavored blunt sheets at low prices. Discover Blunt Wrap, hemp blunt leaf available in several flavors. Blunt leaf is a natural alternative to rolling leaf and a great way to delicately flavor your tobacco.

The blunt leaves sold on Mistersmoke contain no tobacco or nicotine, and are produced exclusively from pure hemp. Sold in packs of 3, the blunts are packaged in a hermetically sealed zip bag to preserve all their flavor.

OCB : Undoubtedly one of the best-known rolling paper brands, not only in France but worldwide. O.C.B as in Odet-Cascadec-Bolloré.

Bolloré is the founder of the OCB brand, and his grandson, Vincent, developed the range by acquiring JOB and Zig Zag, among others, until it became the success it is today.

Today, Booklet OCB regular is still made in France at the Perpignan plant.

Booklet OCB slim is the best-selling paper in France. This black Booklet with the brand's emblematic logo contains a total of 32 very thin long sheets.

Gizeh Founded in Germany in the 1920s, GIZEH produces traditional cigarette papers. Discover the brand's best-seller: the ultra-thin Gizeh rolling paper, only 12g/m2 thick, with its Booklet magnetic closure.

RAW The iconic American brand for weed smokers. Founded by the original but visionary Josh Kesselman, RAW specializes in headshop products. Tired of using bleached rolling papers that impeded the flavors of his weed, Kesselman decided in the 90s to manufacture the first unbleached, chemical-free rolling paper,

Although the idea didn't catch on with investors at first, it later became extremely popular, thanks in part to his meeting with a Spanish papermaker who owned a rolling mill. They hit it off and decided to go into partnership. Success was immediate, so much so that J.Kesselman went on to create the Elements and Juicy Jay's brands.

Watermarked paper, fine but strong and above all free of chemical additives, RAW rolling paper now appeals to all smoker profiles, and is now the #1 rolling paper in the USA.

In our online store, you'll find all RAW products at the best prices, such as the RAW Black sheet and the RAW pre-rolled cone.

Rizla Founded in 1796 by Léonide Lacroix, Rizla+ is one of France's oldest rolling paper mills. In fact, it was the originator of the first pocket rolling machine.

Rizla products have become a benchmark for roll smokers. Among the range, Rizla Micron is the most popular for its finesse and ease of rolling.

SMK - SMOKING Smoking-SMK rolling papers have been made in Spain since 1879. The brand is a great success with Spaniards and beyond. The Smoking range is one of the most varied on the market, meeting the needs of all smoker profiles.

They also offer several types of paper, from celullose to hemp and even corn paper. Smoking rolling papers are among the highest quality on the market.

Zig Zag Originating in Thonon-Les-Bains, France, the Zig Zag brand was founded in 1894. It is marketed worldwide and is recognizable by its "Le Zouave" logo. The brand owes its name to the founders' idea of interspersing the sheets in the Booklet for easier, more ergonomic distribution. Zig Zag is the ideal rolling paper for smokers looking for an extra-white, thick, slow-burning paper.

Drive at the best price, buy Sensky.

Discover SENSKY, the No. 1 French brand for low-cost cigarette papers. Sensky is a young, dynamic and innovative brand that has become a must-have for smokers in recent years. In addition to a wide range of rolling papers, Sensky also sells cigarette tubes, rollers and filters. Discover Sensky products now, you won't be disappointed!

Price comparison of Booklet rolling sheets

Here are just a few examples of the prices you'll find for rolling-leaf books at your local tobacconist's. We give you an average of the prices charged.

 

	Brands/Models	Competitor's average price	Prices at Mistersmoke
	OCB Slim	1,90€	0,75€*
	OCB Courte (regular)	1,50€	0,60€*
	OCB Slim Virgin (brown)	1,70€	0,72€*
	OCB Organic short	1,50€	0,60€*
	Rizla+ Slim Micron	1,70€	0,72€*
	Rizla+ Blue Regular	1,50€	0,85€*
	Gizeh extra slim	1,90€	0,58€*
	Short Giza	1,70€	0,60€*
	RAW slim	1,90€	1,09€*
	JOB Sup'Air	1,50€	0,70€*
	Zig Zag Bleu	1,40€	0,72€*