Legal Pads - 8.5" x 14" Notepads
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The legal pad is a staple and a classic tool that can commonly be found around the office. It’s lightweight and easy to toss in briefcases, backpacks or under your arm on the way to a meeting. They are most commonly found in legal offices, but are also great options for any notetaker. Learn about Staples’s legal pad selection and how to buy them more economically and environmentally friendly below.
What Is a Legal Pad?
Legal pads are sheets of paper traditionally designed with a red vertical line on the left side that creates a 1.25” margin. These pads are typically bound at the top and have a cardboard backing. They come in many different colors, lengths and sizes to suit a user’s needs. While a legal pad can serve many uses, it’s traditionally used among those in the legal field, hence its name, due to the need to quickly jot down notes and keep track of various clients. They can be useful in various other industries, however, like engineering, construction or education.
Are Legal Writing Pads Available for Purchase in Packs?
Yes, legal pad notebooks are conveniently available for purchase in packs when shopping at Staples. Staples offers packs of 12, so there are plenty available for a team or individual and you can easily stock up for the office. Most individual legal notepads contain 50 sheets that are dimensions of 8.5” x 14”, which is the universal standard legal pad size. Since these writing pads are easily available for purchase in packs, you can take advantage of using various types of permanent markers and marker pens to jot down and structure notes.
Are There Environmentally Friendly Legal Notepads Available?
Yes, there are environmentally friendly legal notepads available at Staples. Staples carries these environmental options to choose from:
- Eco-ID qualified
- EPA CPG
- Forest Stewardship Council
- Sustainable Forestry Initiative
Total recycled content or post consumer recycled legal pads options are also available for companies and firms that are looking for other environmentally friendly alternatives.
Are Legal Pad Notebooks Recyclable?
Yes, legal pads are a paper-based product, which makes them easily recyclable. That goes for the binding at the top, the cardboard backing and the pages themselves. The method or procedures will ultimately depend on the individual industry standards and what is being written down on the pad itself. Depending on the use of the legal pad, using an office shredder may be useful before disposal. If you do plan on shredding the pages, be sure to remove any parts that can clog the machine, like the top bind and the cardboard backing.