Comments about Adorama Adorama Variable Grade, Black and White Fiber Base Photo Enlarging Paper, 8" x 10", 100 Sheets, Glossy Surface.:

As a college student, cost is always a huge factor. I was first reluctant to buying a cheaper paper, especially because all of my instructors insisted I buy Ilford or other "name brands". In this case, however, I found that the Adorama paper (8x10, fiber, glossy, double weight)performed equally as well as any other similar spec. paper I have worked with.

Comments about Adorama Adorama Variable Grade, Black and White Fiber Base Photo Enlarging Paper, 8" x 10", 100 Sheets, Glossy Surface.:

First, I purchased the RC Pearl Adorama paper as an inexpensive way to enlarge my prints to 5x7, and to decide which I wanted to further enlarge on fiber. I was thrilled with the results of the RC, as it also gives incredible depth (most people couldn't tell which was which when looking at my prints). I would compare the look of this (fiber glossy) when dry to that of the RC Pearl. They are incredibly close on the enlarger settings as well, even when I doubled my size, and almost doubled my time (double the time, minus about 20%), it didn't take much to get the fiber print out.
The paper itself has incredible depth, has just a slight bit of warmth, but still great contrast... somewhere between Kentmere and Ilford. In comparison to ease of use, I would put it around Ilford, as Kentmere is a lot more sensitive to contrast adjustments.
I selenium toned it once, and it was incredibly sensitive and fast reacting. It headed towards the purple side.

Comments about Adorama Adorama Variable Grade, Black and White Fiber Base Photo Enlarging Paper, 8" x 10", 100 Sheets, Glossy Surface.:

photo 2 student using fiber paper. no one had ilford so I bought adorama and will never buy ilford again... this paper is equivalent and half the price.