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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 Block – 14" x 20", 140lb Cold Press
Built for precision and ease, the Arches 140lb Cold Press Watercolor Block delivers top-tier performance in a format that eliminates the need for stretching. With its distinctive cold press texture and heavyweight 100% cotton construction, each block is ready to handle rich washes, drybrush detail, and everything in between—all while staying perfectly flat.
Size: 14" x 20"
Weight: 140lb (300gsm)
Surface: Cold press – textured, with moderate tooth
Binding: 4-sided glued block
Sheet Count: 20 sheets
Color: Natural white
Composition: 100% cotton
Sizing: Gelatin-sized inside and out
Manufacturing: Cylinder mould-made in France
Ideal For:
Watercolor painting in studio or plein air
Multi-layer techniques and color glazing
Ink washes and wet media illustration
Travel and on-the-go sketching
Features & Benefits:
Paper stays flat as you work—no taping or prepping required
Durable surface handles scrubbing, lifting, and reworking
Cold press finish is versatile for fine lines or expressive brushwork
Archival and acid-free for long-lasting results
Convenient block format perfect for travel, classrooms, and serious practice
From first stroke to final detail, this Arches block is a workhorse tool that supports your creative process with exceptional stability and classic feel.
