If maximum durability is required, mix in cotton linters or shredded cotton rags, as cotton pulp is nearly pure cellulose and significantly stronger than wood-based paper. 3. Forming and Pressing How you handle the wet sheet determines its final density.

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The strength of your paper begins with the fiber source. Using scrap bond paper or cardstock will yield a more "solid" sheet than newspaper.

Tear your scrap paper into small pieces and soak them in hot water for at least 12 hours. This softens the fibers, allowing them to bond more effectively.