Description
Arches Aquarelle watercolour paper is made of 100% cotton fibres and is acid-free and chlorine-free. It is air-dried, so it can take scrubbing, scratching, and erasing without affecting the original intensity of the watercolour. It also contains an anti-microbial agent to help resist mildew. The surface of the paper is textured, and is not suitable for extremely detailed work. Most painters will find it suitable for most purposes.
Arches Aquarelle watercolour paper is acid-free and chlorine free. It
is made of 100% cotton fibres which provide strength and stability and
professional archival quality. The paper is tub-sized in natural
gelatine and air-dried, so it can take scrubbing, scratching and
erasing while keeping the original intensity of the watercolour. It
also contains an anti-microbial agent to help resist mildew. Arches
Aquarelle uses no optical brighteners so it's natural white colour will
not yellow with age and archival value is ensured. Suitable for
watercolour, gouache, pen and ink, acrylics and calligraphy.
Sizing is important to watercolor paper. It helps the paper accept
washes, scratching and erasing without affecting the actual fibers and
strength of the paper.
Manufactured in the same French mill since 1492, Arches watercolour
papers are produced on a cylinder mould with pure French stream water.
Made with natural gelatin sizing. It is naturally white - containing no
optical brighteners, and offers optimal longevity. Each sheet of Arches
watercolour paper is hand inspected to ensure consistency and
durability.
Please note, this product has a rough surface. The surface of the paper
is textured, and is not suitable for extremely detailed work.
Most painters will find it suitable for most purposes.