Giclee & Photo Paper Material Guide
Materials matter when it comes to art and photography prints.
This guide helps you pick the perfect paper for your project.
Giclee Papers
Giclee Paper FAQs
How Long Will Giclee Papers Last?
All of our giclee papers are archival rated at 80+ years.
Along with our 12 colour pigment-based inks our giclee prints are museum, archival quality meaning they are the papers of choice for long lasting fine art and photography prints.
What Can I Print On Giclee Papers?
Giclee papers typically used by artists, illustrators and photographers that want to make high quality, long lasting prints. You can print anything you like on giclee papers.
If you do not need 80 year archival rating our photo papers are a great, cost effective alternative.
What Is Giclee Paper Made Of?
Our collection of giclee papers offers a range of materials for you to choose from.
Papers are made from 100% cotton, α-cellulose or bamboo, all are perfect for long lasting, beautiful quality prints.
Hahnemühle or Giclees House Papers?
Our Giclees House Papers offer fantastic 80+ year archival ratings at a economical price point.
We also print on Hahnemühle papers which are more expensive but the leading fine art paper brand in the world.
Photography Papers
Photography Paper FAQs
How Long Will Photo Papers Last?
All of our photo papers are rated at 15+ year longevity.
Framing or storing prints can add many years to a prints life.
Photo prints are an excellent choice where archival qualities are less of a consideration.
What Can I Print On Photo Papers?
Our photo papers are popular with photographers, retailers, illustrators and people looking to make high quality prints.
These papers are well suited to illustration and art as well as photography where 80+ year archival rating is not important.
What Is Photo Paper Made Of?
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What Are The Differences Between Papers?
The main difference in photo papers is the visual and tactile finish of the materials. Oyster (pearl) and Lustre (shimmer) papers give a premium sheen options and smooth feel. Gloss gives a vibrant higher sheen whilst Matte is more textured, muted finish. Titanium offers a metallic shimmer finish for eye catching prints.