ARCHES 300lb HOT PRESS BRIGHT WHITE 22''x30''

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 Hot Press, Bright White
Smooth, bold, and built to handle serious water, the Arches 300lb Hot Press Bright White sheet delivers high performance with a radiant white surface that makes colors pop. Its ultra-smooth texture is ideal for controlled washes, fine line work, and precision illustration—especially when paired with vivid or high-contrast media.

• Size: 22" x 30"

• Weight: 300lb (640gsm)

• Surface: Hot press – ultra-smooth

• Color: Bright white

• Composition: 100% cotton

• Edges: Four deckled edges

• Sizing: Gelatin-sized internally and externally

• Manufacturing: Traditional cylinder mould-made in France

Ideal For:

• Watercolor and ink with high precision

• Botanical illustration and scientific drawing

• Gouache, calligraphy, and graphic work

• Mixed media with minimal texture interference

Features & Benefits:

• Ultra-heavyweight—requires no stretching

• Bright white surface intensifies color contrast and vibrancy

• Hot press finish supports razor-sharp lines and flat washes

• Durable enough for repeated corrections and layering

• Archival and acid-free for professional longevity

This paper pairs elegance with endurance—ideal for artists who want clarity, control, and color brilliance.