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Palo Duro Etching 315

Museum Grade Inkjet Photo Paper
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Palo Duro Etching 315

Made from 100% cotton fiber, Palo Duro Etching 315 gives you the classic look of a fine photographic art print. The surface adds just the right amount of texture to your print and will not distract from the details you worked so hard to capture. This OBA-free paper is ideal for museum quality and conservation grade prints.

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Palo Duro Etching 315 Details & Information

Description
Description

Made from 100% cotton fiber, Palo Duro Etching 315 gives you the classic look of a fine photographic art print. The surface adds just the right amount of texture to your print and will not distract from the details you worked so hard to capture. This OBA-free paper is ideal for museum quality and conservation grade prints.

Why "Art" Paper for Photography?

For many years, cotton art papers were emulsion coated for darkroom printing. The result is sublime - an elegant surface texture and sophisticated hand-feel. With modern inkjet coating, your prints will have a powerful impact and are sure to please.

Warmer White Paper

Palo Duro Etching 315 is a natural white paper. This is because we do not add any chemicals that make paper look bright white. The whites of your image are going to take on an elegant, warmer look. This is a benefit for images of nature, skin tones, landscapes, rich black & whites and artwork reproductions.

Deep Blacks

You will be amazed that a matte paper can make luxurious deep blacks. The secret is a barrier coat between the paper and inkjet receiving layer. Ink stays locked into the inkjet coating and cannot sink into the paper base. The results are luxurious deep blacks.

Museum Grade

This means a museum curator would be comfortable putting this paper on display. The keys to museum quality are 100% cotton fiber, acid-free, lignin-free, and optical brightener (OBA) free.

Ideal For
  • The texture and feel of watercolor or cold press fine art paper
  • Deep blacks, smooth gray tones, true saturated colors
  • Fine photographic reproductions – for sale or for display at home
  • Discerning print enthusiasts
Good To Know
  • True conservation grade media – No optical brighteners, acid free, lignin free
  • Warm white tone for amazing landscapes, nature, and scenes with a natural color pallet
  • There are no markings or logos on the back
  • Handle this fine product with care - hold by edges and use gloves.
  • Download the handling guide to get the most from Palo Duro Etching 315.
Benefits
  • An elegant fine photographic print experience - look, feel, and performance
  • Museum grade media to support your long term display needs
  • Stunning color reproduction and deep blacks enhance your photos and artwork

Red River Paper is made by printing enthusiasts for printing enthusiasts. Whether you are a professional photographer, photographic enthusiast, designer, or business, our experts have firsthand knowledge of all our products. If you have a question, give us a ring or shoot us an email. You’ll receive a lightning-fast response from an actual live human with actual real-life expertise.

* Always display inkjet prints under glass, plastic or in a book for maximum print life.

Specifications
Specifications

Paper Weight: 315gsm / 84lb.
Thickness:
21 mil
Surface:
Textured
Printable:
Photo and art quality on front. Text and light graphics on the back.
Coating:
Microporous coated on one side
Color:
Natural (warmer) white
Type:
100% cotton rag content / Acid-free base stock and coating / Internally buffered / 90 brightness
Back:
No markings or logos
Optical Brighteners:
 No
Roll Specs:

Core: 3"
Outside Diameter: 4.85"

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Compatibility
Is this paper compatible with your printer's ink?

All products are compatible with aqueous inks. Not designed for solvent or UV.

Will this paper feed into your printer?

Paper feed is related to your printer's design and age. It can also hinge on your willingness to put some extra work into the process with heavy and thick papers.

  • Desktop Printer With Front Paper Tray ONLY: No
  • Desktop Printer with Rear / Top Paper Tray: Yes*
  • Epson Wide Format: Yes
  • Canon Wide Format: Yes
  • HP Wide Format: Yes
  • Other Aqueous & Latex Printers: Yes
  • HP Desktop - No

* Heavy cotton art papers may not consistently auto-feed in the top main paper tray. They can be fed by hand easily, and may feed without assistance on some occasions. Returns on this paper are not accepted on the basis of feed problems.

* If your printer has a specialty media path, we recommend you use it with this paper. If you only have a top paper tray, you can use this product one sheet at a time.

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My go-to paper for clothing tags
I've been using this paper for years and am always amazed at the quality of the printing. I use it not for art prints but for clothing hang tags that use my artwork and they never fail to impress my customers. The printing is crisp and the colors are rich and dense. Reviews from my customers frequently mention the quality of the paper and printing. I use an Epson XP 7100 (the sheets are a little heavy to go through my Epson XP 15000 without a bit of help from me, so unless the 7100 is out of commission, I'll avoid using it) and between their inks and this paper, the result is pretty close to traditional press printing (if not better, in some cases). My only wish is that a whiter version was also available for those projects that use brighter colors, like yellows and pinks.
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SHJ - Feb 13, 2022
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Palo Duro Etching 315 Reviews

Rating Chart   4.8   51 Reviews

Like always, outstanding

Ludwig Alberty, Sep 14, 2023 - www.ludwigalberty.com

I have nothing to say but awesome things about red river, always fast shipping, very well packaged and what is inside, it’s something that you can’t find in other sites. I’m very comfortable and happy with my purchase, as always, the quality is outstanding. Red river is always my way to go, there is no way you will get it wrong. 1000% recommended!!!

1 person found this review useful.

GREAT PAPER

Sue Burickson, Mar 03, 2023 - www.sueburickson.com

True colors Nice weight

1 person found this review useful.

Nice texture

Stephen Organ, Aug 05, 2022 - SteveOrganPhotography.com

I use Red River papers for printing photographs. I recently purchased RR Palo Duro Etching 315 because I sometimes want a paper with a bit of texture. I love this paper! I’ll be buying more in different sizes.

8 people found this review useful.

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