Epson Velvet Fine Art Paper S041636

Artists and photographers require a variety of media surfaces for their professional work. Epson is proud to introduce its first cotton paper for the desktop market, Velvet Fine Art Paper. With a base that is 100% cotton rag, buffered and acid free, this paper is coated with our popular Enhanced Matte coating, giving exceptional color gamut and high D-Max. The velvet surface is a favorite of photographers and artists alike, offering a unique museum quality feel. Combining impressive fine art cotton with Epson technology has created a paper that will be a classic for years to come. Acid free base to preserve fine art and photos 100% cotton rag for archivability Bright white surface for excellent color reproduction Highest D-Max of all cotton papers 260 gsm weight for durability Enhanced 1440 dpi printing for high quality output Dries instantly for easy handling Lightfastness Over 100 years - EPSON Archival Ink Over 40 years - UltraChrome Ink 10 years - Photographic Dye Ink - Light fastness ratings are based on accelerated testing of prints on specialty media, displayed indoors, under glass. Light fastness only estimates the life of the ink, not the media. Archivability Excellent - Buffered cotton base ensures archivability Mounting Recommended - Use rag board or other high quality, acid free mounting materials Lamination Not recommended Resistance to water Fair - Bleeding occurs with incidental water contact. Ink Drying Immediate (less than 30 seconds) - Ink is dry to the touch after printing. However, it takes 24 hours before it cure and becomes durable. Handling Use Gloves - Use gloves when handling the paper to avoid smudges and fingerprints on the printing surface.