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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 – 18" x 24", 140lb Hot Press
Go big without the hassle—Arches 140lb Hot Press Watercolor Block in 18" x 24" gives you maximum real estate for detailed work on a flat, secure surface. This expansive block features a professional-grade hot press finish that excels with inks, linework, washes, and fine brush techniques. Backed by the strength of 100% cotton and time-honored cylinder mould construction, it’s built to meet the demands of serious studio practice and exhibition-ready art.
Size: 18" x 24"
Weight: 140lb (300gsm)
Surface: Hot press – ultra-smooth finish
Binding: Glued on all four sides (block)
Sheet Count: 20 sheets
Color: Natural white
Composition: 100% cotton
Sizing: Gelatin-sized both internally and externally
Manufacturing: Crafted in France on a traditional cylinder mould
Ideal For:
Full-scale illustrations and gallery pieces
Watercolor, gouache, and ink work
Smooth washes, fine lines, and clean gradients
Calligraphy, lettering, and graphic design
Mixed media experimentation with minimal texture interference
Features & Benefits:
Largest hot press block in the Arches line for high-impact compositions
Durable enough to handle repeated washes and corrections
Smooth surface encourages precision and finesse
Stays completely flat without taping or stretching
Museum-grade paper with archival integrity
When your ideas demand space and sophistication, this block delivers with effortless grace and unmatched quality.
