Ask a deli owner what ruins a sandwich faster than anything else. Most will say grease. It seeps through thin paper, turns the bread soft, and leaves a stain on the counter. A sturdy sheet of Wax paper sheets keeps all of that in check, and it barely adds to your costs.

We’re Parchment Paper, a Parchment paper company that ships sheets and rolls to restaurants, bakeries, and delis all over the US. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how wax coated paper works, how to pick the right one for your kitchen, and when parchment is the better call.

What Is Wax Coated Paper, and When Should You Use It?

It’s pretty simple. A food-grade paper gets a thin layer of wax on one or both sides. That layer pushes back against moisture and light grease.

Our customers like Wax coated paper at the counter because it tears easily and folds without a fight.

Keep it out of the oven, though. Heat melts the wax. For hot jobs, we point people to silicone coated parchment.

What Goes Wrong With Plain, Uncoated Paper?

Plain paper wins on price, and that’s about it. Grease bleeds through, food sticks, and customers notice.

Then come the remakes. A croissant that leaves its bottom on the tray is one you can’t sell, and bakers know that sting well.

A good bakery paper fixes most of it. Items lift off clean, trays stay neat, and nobody burns ten minutes scraping.

Which Specs Matter Before You Order?

Sheets aren’t all alike. Here’s what we’d check first:

• Weight that suits the food

• Wax on one side or both

• Sheet size or roll width for your line

• Food-grade base paper with paperwork

• Pre-cut sheets or rolls

Bread counters and pastry cases deal with grease and a little moisture at the same time. The right paper for bakery work copes with both and doesn’t cling or tear.

When an oven is involved, go with Restaurant Supply Parchment Paper instead. It handles the heat, releases cleanly, and in many kitchens it lasts through a few batches. 

Is Wax Coated Paper Safe, and Is It Sustainable?

Start with safety. Paper that touches food in the US should meet FDA requirements, so always ask for the paperwork. We hand ours over without any fuss.

PFAS matters too. Several states are cracking down on fluorinated chemicals in food packaging, and a PFAS-free sheet spares you a headache later. It also lets you answer honestly when a customer asks what’s in your packaging.

On the green side, look for FSC-certified paper. That label means the fiber comes from responsibly managed forests.

Does Custom Branding Actually Pay Off?

It does. A plain sheet protects food, but a printed one also sells for you.

Our custom parchment paper for food program puts your logo, your colors, and your own patterns right onto the sheet.

It works at any size. A neighborhood cafe with one counter can run it, and so can a chain with twenty locations. We don’t make small shops feel like an afterthought.

Here’s what most of our customers get out of it:

• Your logo on every sheet, so people remember who made their lunch

• Colors that match your signs, menus, and storefront

• Patterns that make plain food look like a finished product

• Sheets or rolls cut to the size your crew actually uses

• Food-safe materials, backed by paperwork if you ever need it

• Photos that look good online, which helps when customers share what they ordered

The cost per sheet stays low, and the branding does its job all day long. Every order puts your name in someone’s hands, and people tend to trust what they keep seeing.

Not sure where to start? Email us at sales@parchmentpaper.co with your logo, your sheet size, and roughly how much you use. We’ll send back a simple plan and a quote.

FAQs

Is wax paper the same as parchment paper?

Not quite. Wax paper carries a coat of wax, so it’s best for cold or room temperature food like sandwiches and cheese. Our parchment has a silicone coating instead, and that’s what lets it handle a hot oven.

Are your sheets PFAS-free?

They are. If you need proof for an inspector or a customer, just ask and we’ll send over our compliance paperwork.

How do I get a quote?

Drop us a line at sales@parchmentpaper.co. Tell us what you’re packing, the size you need, and roughly how much you go through. We’ll come back with the sheet or roll that fits.

Ready to Upgrade Your Packaging?

The right sheet saves time, protects your food, and shows customers you sweat the details. Whether you need plain sheets for the counter or custom parchment paper for food with your own branding, we can help.

Work with a parchment paper company that understands what kitchens really need. Write to us at sales@parchmentpaper.co and we’ll get you started.