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Large Format Printing: Substrates:

Available Papers and Substrates:

We have divided your large format printing paper choices into two price groups based on our costs. The substrates we generally stock are listed here. Other substrates may be available, and if your order size justifies the cost of us stocking additional papers we would be happy to do so. If you have a particular paper or substrate you are interested in please contact us. We have precise ICC printer profiles for almost any paper.

Price Group One: Prints on Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper, Epson Premium Luster Photo Paper (also known as Ultra Premium Photo Paper Luster), or Epson Enhanced Matte Paper (also known as Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte).
Price Group Two: Prints on Hahnemühle Photo Rag, Crane Museo Silver Rag, Harmon Fiber Based AI, Epson Premium Canvas Matte (formerly Piezo Pro Canvas), or Epson Premium Canvas Satin (formerly PremierArt Water Resistant Canvas for Epson).

Paper Recommendations:

Suggested papers for large format printing by subject matter: For reflective surfaces or water: Premium Glossy Photo Paper. For portraits, wildlife, landscapes, still life: Premium Luster. For flowers, abstracts, macro, or more artistic intents: Enhanced Matte. For any image you wish to give a "painterly" feel and texture: Canvas. For fine art, especially black and white: Harmon Fiber Base AI, Crane Museo Silver Rag, or Hahnemühle Photo Rag.

These are just suggestions to help you with your large format printing paper choices. They are certainly not rules. If you would like additional help or suggestions please let us know...we would be glad to assist you.

Other paper and substrate choices may be available. Contact us if you have a specific paper in mind.

Paper descriptions and information provided by the respective manufacturer:

Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper	Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper offers the highest gloss level of any Epson resin coated photographic paper. Producing vivid life-like images that rival those of traditional silver halide prints, the ultra glossy finish, coupled with a 10 mil thickness and extremely wide color gamut, make this paper a favorite among discerning photographers. Its instant drying and non-cockling characteristics make use, handling, and display of the finished output trouble-free. It creates highly saturated prints by offering maximum ink coverage and high D-Max for true photographic reproductions. This paper can also be easily laminated to provide protection from light and moisture. Highest color gamut available for vivid color reproduction RC paper base for actual photo prints Glossy surface Enhanced 2880 dpi printing for the highest quality output Dries instantly for easy handling with Epson inks Compatible with dye, EPSON Archival™ and UltraChrome™ inks 10mil thickness for a durable photographic feel
Epson Premium Luster Photo Paper	Wedding, portrait and school photographers have traditionally used luster paper for their photos. Now Epson offers this popular surface paper, Premium Luster Photo Paper, to digital printmakers. This instant drying paper produces vivid, lifelike images that rival those of traditional silver halide prints. Premium Luster Photo Paper delivers highly saturated prints by offering maximum ink coverage and a high D-Max for true photographic reproductions. Its 10-mil RC base gives prints a photographic feel, and keeps the paper cockle-free. Ideal for use with all Epson Inks. Like all of Epson's innovative media, this paper is engineered to give you the highest resolution and color saturation possible. As always, EPSON supplies guarantees EPSON quality. Highest color gamut available for vivid color reproduction RC paper base for actual photo prints Luster E surface finish Enhanced 2880 dpi printing for the highest quality output Dries instantly for easy handling with Epson inks Compatible with Dye, EPSON Archival™ and UltraChrome™ ink 10 mil thickness for a durable photographic feel
Epson Enhanced Matte Paper	For photographers seeking a flat matte surface, Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte is the ideal choice. This bright white paper is perfect for images that do not require gloss. It yields highly saturated images, while maintaining excellent highlight and shadow detail. Designed primarily for use with UltraChrome™ Inks, EPSON Archival™ Inks, and DuraBrite™ Inks, this versatile paper can also be used with dye-based inks. Hobbyists, professional photographers and digital artists alike will find Epson Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte a remarkable solution for any project. Flat matte surface provides the optimum photographic platform Instant drying capability with EPSON Professional Inks allows for easy handling High color gamut yields remarkable color reproduction 1440 dpi printer compatibility ensures high resolution output Heavyweight stock delivers true photographic feel (for roll paper printing) Bright white base accentuates highlights
Hahnemühle Photo Rag	These genuine artist papers made of 100 % cotton or pure alpha cellulose present smooth and textured surfaces and are provided with a matte Premium-Inkjet coating. This special coating permits high quality printings. Photo Rag is the most popular paper chosen by photographers to create high quality fine art prints. The fine, smooth surface and feel of Photo Rag make this paper very versatile and it is ideal for printing both black and white and color photographs and art reproductions with impressive depth.
Crane Museo Silver Rag	When reaching for the highest level of photographic artistry, Museo® Silver Rag™ paper enables you to print and preserve your work in an optimal way. Using Museo® Silver Rag™, fine art and gallery prints from celebrated image makers show extraordinary depth and detail along with the semi-gloss finish of traditional fiber-based photo paper. Two hundred years of American craftsmanship, a first-of-its-kind coating, and 100% cotton furnish enable Museo® Silver Rag™ to meet archival standards while creating a new category of digital printing paper. Optimized for pigmented inks, Museo® Silver Rag™ brings out the best in B&W and color images, and delivers high Dmax and superior tonal range. These performance elements--combined with the finish and hand of fine art paper--meet the long-standing desire of the world's top printers and photographers. Founded on the tradition of innovation, Museo® Silver Rag™ ushered in a historic component to the fine art photographic printing, bringing you as close as possible to fiber-based photo paper. Museo® Silver Rag™ offers unique printing performance that matches the artistry of your most original and distinctive work.
Harmon Fiber Based AI	GLOSS FB Al is an instant dry photo paper with an Alumina coating ensuring a high degree of glossiness, optical image density and vibrancy. The Baryta layer gives the prints greater detail and definition and the look and feel of real photographic paper. The specially developed anti-curl system ensures the prints remain flat after printing.
Epson Premium Canvas Matte (formerly Piezo Pro Canvas)	Whether the application is photographic portraiture or fine art reproduction, Premium Canvas Satin will satisfy even the most demanding professional by providing both the finest image quality as well as a vehicle for enhanced artistic creativity. Made from a durable blend of 65% Polyester and 35% Cotton, this unique heavyweight, quality canvas utilizes a tight weave that is ideal for photographic and fine art reproductions. It offers a high resolution coating that is pliable enough to withstand stretching without sagging, and displays a subtle texture for a true artistic look and feel. Combined with incredible color reproduction, Premium Canvas Satin provides a high gloss finish, instant dry versatility, and water resistance to allow for all applications that require the highest image quality and an archival display life. Water Resistant for increased durability Highest resolution canvas for outstanding reproduction Glossy surface Unique texture for true artist look Poly/cotton blend Instant drying microporous coating Stretchable for framing
Epson Premium Canvas Satin (formerly PremierArt Water Resistant Canvas for Epson)	Whether the application is photographic portraiture or fine art reproduction, Premium Canvas Matte for Epson will satisfy even the most demanding professional by providing both the finest image quality as well as a vehicle for enhanced artistic creativity. Made from a durable blend of 65% Polyester and 35% Cotton, this unique heavyweight, quality canvas utilizes a tight weave that is ideal for photographic and fine art reproductions. It offers a high resolution coating that is pliable enough to withstand stretching without sagging, and displays a subtle texture for a true artistic look and feel. Combined with incredible color reproduction, Premium Canvas Matte for Epson provides a matte finish, instant dry versatility, and water resistance to allow for all applications that require the highest image quality and an archival display life. Highest resolution canvas coating for outstanding reproductions Matte surface for easy spraying Unique texture for true artist look Heavyweight for quality feel Cotton/Poly blend for increased durability Stretchable for framing

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