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Important Note for Printmakers:
While this paper is designed primarily for watercolor and wet media, it can be used for etching and intaglio. Due to its extra sizing, the surface may require soaking overnight (or longer) to properly soften and prepare it for printmaking techniques.
Arches Watercolor Sheet – 22" x 30", 300lb Cold Press, Bright White
With its balanced texture, heavyweight resilience, and radiant white tone, the Arches 300lb Cold Press Bright White sheet is the go-to for professionals who want vivid color and durable structure. This no-stretch-required heavyweight paper is ideal for bold washes, controlled layering, and scrubbing without compromise.
Size: 22" x 30"
Weight: 300lb (640gsm)
Surface: Cold press – moderately textured
Color: Bright white
Composition: 100% cotton
Edges: Four deckled edges
Sizing: Gelatin-sized internally and externally
Manufacturing: Cylinder mould-made in France
Ideal For:
Full-strength watercolor painting
Layered glazes, lifting, and wet-in-wet techniques
Mixed media and gouache
Artists who prefer not to stretch or tape down paper
Features & Benefits:
300lb weight handles heavy washes without warping
Cold press texture is versatile for both loose and detailed styles
Bright white base intensifies saturation and contrast
Extremely durable—built for aggressive techniques and reworking
Archival and acid-free for professional use and framing
This sheet is ready for your most ambitious projects—bringing brilliance, texture, and strength to every stroke.