Can I upload my own design to create a recycled matte business card?

Yes. In our design gallery, you’ll see an upload option. Here are [some business card design ideas](https://www.vistaprint.co.uk/hub/business-card-design-ideas) for different industries.

Designs for the front and back of several recycled matte business cards for a doughnut shop.

Recycled Matte Business Cards

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Look good with an uncoated, shine-free finish. Feel good about our FSC® certified, 100% post-consumer recycled paper.
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Create a classic-looking card with a smooth feel.

100% post-consumer recycled paper
3 size options
320 gsm uncoated paper stock
2 corner options: standard or rounded
Easy to write on
Great for softer, more subtle colours
FSC® certified product: made from responsibly forested materials

100% recycled paper

Our recycled matte business cards are made from 100% post-consumer paper, giving you an uncoated finish that lets your design do the talking. The shine-free surface is great for writing appointment reminders or notes.

Subtle yet stylish

The ink-absorbent paper has an organic look that works well with muted colours and geometric designs. The softer print quality gives your card a more classic and refined look, though images and small details may not show up as crisply.

Easy to design

Whether you’re just browsing for ideas or you know how you want your card to look, our design process is easy and intuitive. If you’ve already got your complete design ready to go, you can upload a file in just a couple of clicks. You can also browse our templates until you find one that fits your business (and your style). Then, customise with your own logo, images, text and more. We’ll give you pointers along the way, and you’ll always see an option to ask for help.

Better by Design

This item is part of our Better by Design collection, which connects you to responsibly sourced products. Learn more.

What Makes it Better

Responsibly Sourced Materials: Products made from responsibly sourced materials are designed to help reduce environmental impact. They're selected not only for the materials themselves, but also with consideration for the workers who farm and manufacture them, indigenous communities affected by production and the biodiversity in and around production areas.

Vistaprint offers Recycled Matte Business Cards design templates in assorted styles.

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No fuss re print

11 Feb 2026 | Nicky W. |

Verified Buyer

Able to re print at the touch of a button thanks to Vista print for storing my digital artwork till I needed it again.

just what I wanted

8 Feb 2026 | Jill N. |

Verified Buyer

The new business cards arrived in a few days and were exactly what I wanted. I just wish I could order in smaller quantities (50 rather than 100 as minimum).

Lovely cards

6 Feb 2026 | Kate G. |

Verified Buyer

I got some eco business cards printed by Vistaprint - I found the process of design really easy and intuitive, and am very pleased with the result.

these are rubbish, but Vista Print was brilliant.

2 Feb 2026 | Jodie N. |

Verified Buyer

I ordered these Recycled Matte Business Cards and was very disappointed. The colour was dull and unsaturated, the thickness of the cards was lacking and overall felt very cheap. I did like the texture but the cons heavily outweighed this. I contacted the help line and got a very helpful response within the day. I was kindly offered a reprint, credit or refund and opted for credit. I then proceeded to 'upgrade' my order and opted for the Spot UV business card and they are so much better in comparison and I'm very happy with my new order. Although the first purchase wasn't super, I am very happy with the experience and outcome.

Excellent quality

1 Feb 2026 | Natalie R. |

Verified Buyer

Really happy with the quality and customer service when my package was delayed at my local delivery depot.

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No more guesswork. We take care of the entire design process, from brainstorming ideas to delivering the files to your account.

Frequently asked questions

Our recycled matte business card is available in 3 sizes: standard (65 x 55 mm), square (65 x 65 mm) and slim (85 x 40 mm).

For complete information about card dimensions, check out our business card size guide.

If your card will feature a large, simple design with subdued colours, recycled matte could be a great match. If your design includes highly detailed images or photographs, we recommend you consider a different paper stock.

Standard corners tend to give cards a more traditional look – the clean 90-degree cuts feel classic and elegant. Our rounded corners typically pair well with card designs that feel more modern or softer in style.

Yes. This option is available for both square and standard sizes.

Yes. In our design gallery, you’ll see an upload option. Here are some business card design ideas for different industries. 

Yes. You can with our one or two-sided printing options. Learn how to make the most of the back of your business cards.

FSC® is the abbreviation for the Forest Stewardship Council® — paper with this certification is sourced from healthy forests through responsible methods, helping protect trees for future generations.