Daler Rowney Aquafine Watercolour Pad, 20x16”, 300gsm, 12 Sheets, Cold Pressed Acid-Free Paper

Size: 20 x 16 inches (508 x 406 mm); Paper Weight: 300gsm; Surface: Cold-pressed; Sheets: 12; Storage: Acid-free, archival quality suitable for long-term preservation of artworks.

Cold-pressed paper offers a balanced texture that handles washes, glazing, and wet-on-wet techniques well. It provides good control over water absorption while maintaining color brightness and detail, making it versatile for landscapes, skies, and large-scale studies.

Remove the pad from its packaging and place it on a flat, clean surface. Secure the sheet to a backing board or use painter’s tape to fix the edges, helping prevent edge curling as you work and during drying.

Ideal for large-scale watercolor paintings, landscapes, architectural studies, and portrait studies where a substantial sheet provides expansive washes and layering opportunities.

Tape the sheet to a flat backing board and apply light weights around the edges as it dries. Working on a sturdy surface and applying even moisture helps minimize buckling and keeps edges neat.

If you’re exploring close alternatives, you can consider: Strathmore 400 Series Watercolor Pad (Cold-Pressed, 12 sheets, 300gsm) – https://fepy.com/product/strathmore-400-series-watercolor-pad-12-sheets-cold-pressed-300gsm; Winsor & Newton Cotman Watercolour Pad (300gsm) – https://fepy.com/product/winsor-newton-cotman-watercolor-pad-300gsm-12-sheets-cold-pressed; Arches Watercolor Pad (300gsm, Cold-Pressed, 12 sheets) – https://fepy.com/product/arches-watercolor-pad-300gsm-cold-pressed-12-sheets

Keep the pad flat in a dry, cool area away from direct sunlight. If possible, store sheets in the original packaging or between protective boards to prevent dust buildup and moisture exposure.

While primarily designed for watercolor, you can use gouache on this 300gsm cold-pressed paper for layered effects. Acrylics may work but can cause more warping; for best results with acrylics, consider a heavier-weight or primed surface designed for acrylic use.

It combines a large-format 300gsm acid-free surface with 12 sheets, offering durability, archival quality, and generous working space for ambitious, professional-quality pieces. The cold-pressed texture provides a versatile surface for washes and glazing, making it a solid choice for serious watercolor work.

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