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What is the 'Chromata White' technology in Pura Smooth Matte Fine Art Paper?

Breathing Color's 'Chromata White' technology is a unique feature that allows the paper to maintain a bright white surface despite being OBA-free. This technology provides the benefits of OBA-free paper without the typical yellowish surface, ensuring your prints retain their desired bright white appearance.

Is Pura Smooth Matte Fine Art Paper suitable for black and white photography?

Absolutely. The Pura Smooth Matte Fine Art Paper is not only suitable but ideal for black and white photography. It offers exceptional Dmax readings, delivering extremely deep blacks that enhance the contrast and depth in black and white prints.

Can I use Pura Smooth Matte Fine Art Paper for portrait photography?

Yes, Pura Smooth Matte Fine Art Paper is excellent for portrait photography. Its ability to beautifully reproduce skin tones and its incredible resolution will highlight the finest details in your portraits, bringing them to life.

What type of coating does the Pura Smooth Matte Fine Art Paper have?

Pura Smooth Matte Fine Art Paper features a proprietary inkjet receptive coating. This special coating delivers off-the-chart numerical readings in Dmax and color gamut, ensuring superior print quality performance.

What is the texture of Pura Smooth Matte Fine Art Paper?

Pura Smooth Matte Fine Art Paper has a luxuriously smooth surface. This texture is perfect for high-resolution photographic imagery and adds a tactile dimension to your printed artwork.

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Review Summary

2022-10-07T07:42:57

Rated 5 out of 5

Good buy

Very nice paper. Made in the US, too!

Jack T.

Breathing Color Pura Smooth Specifications

  • Type of Material

    100% Cotton Fiber, acid and lignin free

  • Basis Weight

    300gsm

  • Caliper

    15.4 mil

  • Opacity

    97%

  • Texture

    Smooth

  • CIE Color F7/2deg.

    L*= 95.87 a*= 1.18 b*= 2.06

  • Print Permanence

    Fine Art Trade Guild approved

  • Compatibility

    Aqueous Piezo Printer: Epson, Roland, Mutoh, Mimaki
    Aqueous Thermal Printer: Canon, Hewlett-Packard, ColorSpan, Encad Novajet

  • Ink Compatibility

    All Dyes and Pigments

  • Optimal Printing Environment

    70 deg.F (21 deg.C) / 30-70% Relative Humidity

  • Storage

    70 deg.F (21 deg.C) / 50% Relative Humidity
    Store in original packaging and in a controlled environment

  • Shelf Life

    Minimum 1 year from purchase date, when stored as specified

  • Package Quantity

    25 Sheets

  • Size

    17 x 25" (43.18 x 63.50cm)

  • UPC Code

    616806673883

About Breathing Color Pura Smooth

FEATURED REVIEWS

Good buy

By Jack T.

Very nice paper. Made in the US, too!

Are you a discerning photographer or artist seeking superior print quality performance Look no further than the Pura Smooth Matte Fine Art Paper from Breathing Color. This high-quality, professional-grade paper is an OBA-free innovation, designed specifically to meet the exacting standards of those who value excellence in their printed artwork.

Pura Smooth is a 300gsm, bright white, matte fine art paper, boasting a luxuriously smooth surface that's perfect for high-resolution photographic imagery. Its proprietary inkjet receptive coating delivers exceptional Dmax and color gamut numerical readings, setting a new standard in the world of fine art papers.

This durable and versatile paper is capable of producing incredibly crisp and accurate detail, thanks to its unrivaled tonal range value, line quality, line contrast, and minimal raggedness. Whether you're printing black & white photography or vibrant color images, Pura Smooth ensures deep blacks and an eye-popping color gamut that will bring your artwork to life.

One of the standout features of Pura Smooth is its ability to beautifully reproduce skin tones, making it an ideal choice for portrait photography. The incredible resolution offered by this paper will highlight the finest details in your photographs, fully complementing the investment you've made in your camera and equipment.

Despite being OBA-free, Pura Smooth still maintains a bright white surface, thanks to Breathing Color's breakthrough "Chromata White" technology. This unique feature allows you to enjoy the benefits of OBA-free paper without the typical yellowish surface, ensuring your prints retain their desired bright white appearance.

In a pack of 25 sheets measuring 17 x 25 inches, Pura Smooth Matte Fine Art Paper is an affordable choice for artists and photographers needing to print multiple copies of their work. Experience the new age of fine art papers with Pura Smooth, a product that's unmistakably in a league of its own.

Breathing Color Pura Smooth Features

  • OBA-free, 300gsm matte fine art paper for premium print quality
  • Proprietary inkjet coating for unmatched Dmax and color gamut
  • Bright white "Chromata White" surface, ideal for accurate color reproduction
  • Exceptional detail and resolution, perfect for high-res photographic prints
  • Smooth surface texture enhancing visual and tactile artistry
  • Made in the USA, ensuring professional-grade materials and production standards

Key Features

  • Create stunning art prints with this Breathing Color fine art paper, sized at 17" x 25".
  • Achieve archival quality prints; this matte paper is Fine Art Trade Guild approved for permanence.
  • Enjoy vivid colors and detail on this smooth matte paper, compatible with dye and pigment inks.
  • This 300gsm Pura Smooth paper ensures professional results for Epson, Canon, and HP printers.
  • Each pack contains 25 sheets of acid-free, 100% cotton fiber paper for lasting impressions.
  • Get consistent, high-quality output with our 15.4 mil printer paper, optimized for art reproduction.