Security papers

Used for hundreds of years to protect and enhance important documents, watermarks today remain one of the most potent security devices.

Cascades offers only genuine watermarks, which means it is embedded in the paper fibers and shows up as a "phantom" image — either raised, shadowed or multi-tone — when the sheet is held to the light. These effects cannot be duplicated through printing. Nor can watermarks be faked by photocopiers or scanners. This is why Interpol recommends multi-tone, watermarks as the best deterrent against forgery.

Our master papermakers create watermarks using high-precision dandy rolls, which they craft to customer specifications. The watermark can be based on your logo, coat of arms, crest, or other image. The resulting dandy roll remains the customer exclusive property, kept under lock between uses.