ARCHES 90lb COLD PRESS NATURAL 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", 90lb Cold Press, Natural White
A true classic for serious watercolorists, the Arches 90lb Cold Press Natural White sheet is crafted on a traditional cylinder mould using 100% cotton for unbeatable performance and a softly textured surface. Its lighter weight provides just enough tooth and absorbency for delicate washes, controlled detail, and multi-layer techniques, while maintaining the signature resilience of Arches paper.

• Size: 22" x 30"

• Weight: 90lb (185gsm)

• Surface: Cold press – moderately textured

• Color: Natural white (warm, unbleached tone)

• Composition: 100% cotton

• Edges: Four deckled edges

• Sizing: Gelatin-sized, both internally and externally

• Manufacturing: Made on a traditional cylinder mould in France

Ideal For:

• Transparent watercolor layering

• Botanical and detailed illustration

• Ink and gouache

• Drybrush and glazing techniques

• Mounting or cutting for handmade books and portfolios

Features & Benefits:

• Exceptional strength even when wet

• Natural white tone enhances color depth and warmth

• Cold press texture strikes a balance between fine detail and expressive brushwork

• Gelatin sizing resists lifting and pilling

• Archival, acid-free, and made to last generations

This 90lb sheet is the perfect choice when you want Arches’ legendary quality in a lighter format—ideal for experimentation, small-scale works, and professional results.