A J Ludlow Watercolour Paper (100% Cotton Fibre) CP (NOT) 425gsm, A3

A J Ludlow is pleased to offer watercolour paper made especially for us by St Cuthberts Mill. At a weight of 425g/m ² , this paper will perform well without requiring stretching, even after multiple washes. It is cold pressed (CP), which is also commonly known as NOT (meaning that it is not hot pressed) and so has a slightly textured surface, making it suitable for most types of work. There are 10 sheets in the pad and they are 42cm by 29.7cm (A3).

This watercolour paper is mould-made, which provides the charm of hand-made paper, but without the inherent variability from sheet to sheet. It is made from 100% cotton fibres, which give the sheet strength and durability due to the fibres' relatively longer length. Its surface is coated in gelatine size, making it strong and resilient to scrubbing and so is ideally suited when, for example, using latex masking fluid or large areas of colour need to be lifted out, as the paper’s surface is less prone to damage.

Watercolour papers made from 100% cotton are generally considered as the best quality. They can absorb and hold relatively more water and so are good for wet into wet techniques.

During the paper making process, this paper is internally buffered with calcium carbonate in order to protect finished pieces of work from discolouration caused by acidic pollutants.

This paper is especially produced so watercolours will appear more vivid.