Papers with the Archival designtation can take many forms. They can be glossy, matte, canvas, or an artistic product. These papers are acid free, lignin free and can be made of virgin tree fiber (alpha cellulose) or 25-100% cotton rag. They are likely to have optical or fluorescent brightening agents (OBAs) - chemicals that make the paper appear brighter white. Presence of OBAs does not indicate your image will fade faster. It does predict a slow change in the white point of your paper, especially if it is displayed without UV filter glass or acrylic.
Archival Grade Summary
Numerous papers - made from tree or cotton content
Acid and lignin free base stock
Inkjet coating layer acid free
Can have OBAs in the base or the coating
Photobase Coating Acidity
Photobase resin coated (RC) inkjet papers always have a slightly acidic coating. The acid content (pH 6.8) makes instant ink drying possible. The level of acid content is not high enough to affect print stability over time.
The base stock of all Red River inkjet papers are acid free.
86lb. Pecos River Gloss Double-sided Post Cards Details & Information
Description
Description
Double-sided True High Gloss Compatible with Dye and PIGMENT ink
Pecos River Gloss DUO is a world exclusive product offered by Red River Paper. DUO features a high gloss surface on both sides for brilliant photo reproduction with dye and pigment inks. This double-sided inkjet paper is unique because of its sturdy 15mil thickness and range of printer compatibility. Pecos River Gloss DUO allows you to expand your range of creative inkjet possibilities. From custom books to professional marketing pieces, this new media represents Red River Paper's continual mission to meet your product demands.
EXCLUSIVE - first 2-side cast coat high gloss for pigment and dye inks
brilliant glossy with white tone
print photo quality on both sides
sturdy card weight and 15mil thickness
acid free coating and base stock
feed one sheet at a time for best results
This paper is not for use with front-fed printer models. Your printer must have a rear feed or specialty media feed path.
Specifications
Specifications
Weight: 86lb / 320gsm
Thickness: 15 mil
Coating: Microporous photo glossy coated
Color: Bright white
Printable: Photo quality on both sides.
Type: Alpha-cellulose (tree fiber) and cast coated
Compatibility
Is this paper compatible with your printer's ink?
All products are compatible with aqueous inks. Not designed for solvent, latex or UV.
Epson with flat specialty feed: Yes
Epson that only feeds from front cassette: No
Canon with flat specialty feed: Yes
Canon that only feeds from front cassette: No
Epson with top feed tray: Yes*
Canon with top feed tray: Yes*
HP: NO
DO NOT use this paper if you have
Any printer that only feeds paper from a front cassette
* 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. Go to www.redriverpaper.com/feed for help handling and printing with specialty paper stocks.
Printer Settings
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Nothing compares to the weight, shine, clarity of these cards. I've been printing them as a 7 x 10 photograph, wraparound. They're dramatic and the quality of the card stock makes it possible. Also rely on white envelopes for pairing the cards - so elegant.
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STOP LOOKING !! - This is the best greeting card stock you will ever use
Donald Powell - Mind's Eye Photography
11/01/2022
Done and Done!
86lb Pecos River Gloss Duo greeting card is everything you ever wanted in a greeting card stock. Thick, sharp and clear print jobs every time.
Item: 1253 - 5" X 7" (folded)
I only wish you had a discounted, box of 100 - I use it for all occasions.
Thank you, Red River,
Mind's Eye Photography
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Great paper, but don't try to use it with the Epson ET-8550
RCB
10/29/2022
On the Red River page for the Epson ET-8550, it says all their papers work with the printer. Well, this one doesn't. It takes extremely careful babying, a light, carefully timed touch, hand-feeding the pages one at a time to get a chance at printing. It takes me anywhere from two to twenty-five (no exaggeration) attempts per page to get it to print on the ET-8550. This, of course, is Epson's problem, not Red River's, but it would be better if the product page warned you this one didn't really work.
11 of 11 customers found this helpful.
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Very excellent quality
Steven Gliebe
10/07/2022
Tried this after buying some "5 star" double-sided glossy on Amazon. This paper absolutely blows that stuff away in quality. Perfect for the products I make and the price is fine. Thank you!
4 of 4 customers found this helpful.
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Unparalleled Quality, 2nd to perfect
Zane Morris
07/28/2022
I am currently developing my own card game. I needed a thick paper, that is resistant to bending and also boasts great picture quality for my digital art. After searching for months, I found Red River’s paper products. I ordered the “double sided” paper kit - and ultimately the pecos duo was the clear winner. It holds all of the qualities I need for production and even goes above and beyond in some respects.
The quality of this paper is so phenomenal, that the two reasons I would EVER switch are:
1: Red River begins to produce a double sided **satin** photo paper with very similar weight and gsm specifications (This would quite literally be the perfect paper for my business).
2: Red River is suddenly attacked by a large dragon and no longer is able to produce paper for me to buy.
Closing remarks: This paper only gets 5 stars because 20 stars are not available. The paper has amazing quality, is reasonably priced AND is packaged SO well, even Ace Ventura would struggle to damage your paper during delivery.
9 of 11 customers found this helpful.
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86LB. PECOS RIVER GLOSS DOUBLE-SIDED GREETING CARDS
Martin Campbell
07/22/2022
I do not buy greeting cards anymore, I make my own, and the gloss double-sided stock is perfect for all the cards I design, whether that be birthday, Christmas or thank-you cards. And as far as I know Red River Paper is the only place they are available - thanks!
3 of 3 customers found this helpful.
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86LB. PECOS RIVER GLOSS DUO
Jim P
05/04/2022
Excellent glossy paper with the ability to use both sides. I make aviation information cards with a photo on the front and info on the back. Colors are great and the text comes out very sharp.
5 of 5 customers found this helpful.
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Perfect Double-Sided Photo Print Media
Bob
05/04/2022
I have used the Pecos River Gloss Duo with a Canon Pro9500 MII for a few years now. Brightness is great - allowing for perfect color photo reproduction. Ink seems to dry fast and there is no problem with smudging after ink is dry. The thickness of the 86 lb paper makes it perfect for covers or for two-sided photo books that require long-term durability. RedRiver packaging is always more than adequate delivering a product without damage every time. All-in-all one of the best, most worry free papers I use. I am a big fan.
5 of 5 customers found this helpful.
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Red River Pecos River Gloss Duo
John D Malinowski
02/12/2022
Verified Buyer
The Red River Pecos River Gloss Duo, 86# paper is exactly what I have been looking for. I do not believe anyone else has a paper like this for retail sales. This is a heavyweight paper, glossy on both sides and prints extremely well on my Canon Pro-10. It prints from the auto front AND rear Manual feed tray without any problems. I ordered the 20 sheet pack to try and will soon be ordering the larger quantity pack.
8 of 8 customers found this helpful.
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