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Premium Matte 120

Formerly: 32lb. Premium Matte
Archive Grade Inkjet Photo Paper
This Paper is Acid Free
48 Reviews
Product Name Change Announcement:
32lb. Premium Matte is now Premium Matte 120. The same paper - new name. We are changing names to reflect the metric weight instead of pound weight. You will see this change throughout our product line.

Red River Premium Matte 120 has a smooth, bright white finish that produces brilliant color and sharp detail on any inkjet printer. The lightest paper in the Premium Matte family, this paper offers printing flexibility and cost savings when you demand top grade image reproduction. There are many light-weight inkjet papers you can buy, but none are as good as Premium Matte from Red River Paper. The secret is the high-performance coating, something you won't see on a big office store brand inkjet paper. ...continue reading below

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Archive Grade Inkjet Photo Paper
This Paper is Acid Free
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Premium Matte 120 Details & Information

Description
Description
Product Name Change Announcement:
32lb. Premium Matte is now Premium Matte 120. The same paper - new name. We are changing names to reflect the metric weight instead of pound weight. You will see this change throughout our product line.

Red River Premium Matte 120 has a smooth, bright white finish that produces brilliant color and sharp detail on any inkjet printer. The lightest paper in the Premium Matte family, this paper offers printing flexibility and cost savings when you demand top grade image reproduction. There are many light-weight inkjet papers you can buy, but none are as good as Premium Matte from Red River Paper. The secret is the high-performance coating, something you won't see on a big office store brand inkjet paper.

Ideal For
  • graphic design, graphic art comps, proofs, and presentations
  • business marketing portfolios, books, and presentations
  • color and black & white photography
  • any inkjet printer
Good To Know
  • top grade photo matte coated paper
  • acid free coating
  • back is plain paper, suitable for text and light graphics printing
  • ultra smooth, bright white surface
  • outstanding ink holdout for wide color gamut and sharp detail
  • best performance when you do not saturate the paper - full ink coverage can cause warping or waves in the paper

Red River Paper is made by printing enthusiasts for printing enthusiasts. Whether you are a professional photographer, photographic enthusiast, designer, or business, our experts have firsthand knowledge of all our products. If you have a question, give us a ring or Contact Us. You’ll receive a lightning-fast response from an actual live human with actual real-life expertise.

* Always display inkjet prints under glass, plastic or in a book for maximum print life

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Specifications
Specifications
  • Paper: 100% alpha cellulose base stock
  • Paper Weight: 120gsm (32lb.)
  • Thickness: 5.5mil
  • Coating: Professional quality photo matte coated
  • Color: Bright white
  • Back: Uncoated plain paper suitable for text and light graphics

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Compatibility
Is this paper compatible with your printer's ink?

Compatible with aqueous and latex inks. Not designed for solvent or UV.

  • Epson: Yes
  • Canon: Yes
  • HP: Yes

* Heavy papers (usually matte /art over 59lb.) may not feed consistently in HP printers. Always test a paper via our sample kit selection before making a significant purchase.

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Suggested Uses
Use this paper for:
  • Proof books
  • Graphic design projects
  • Brochures
  • Flyers
  • Business projects
Beautiful Prints
I print lots of digital images to use in my crafts and the colors just pop! And the Red River website is AMAZING - so much information. I've used it for reference many times. They make it easy to figure out which product to use for anything you need to print. Try their sample pack!
Verified Buyer
Pamela Leming - Aug 19, 2019
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Premium Matte 120 Reviews

Rating Chart   5.0   48 Reviews

Suggestion

Gordon Svoboda, May 09, 2026

It would really be a benefit if there could be less expensive proof paper with the characteristics of the papers in consideration.

Great paper for magnets and buttons

David Oliver, Nov 26, 2025

I decided to try this paper for making buttons and magnets with my Tecre machines based off of another review of this paper for the same purpose. I'm happy to report that it looks and works great. I'm very pleased. Button and magnet makers proceed with confidence!

Perfect for Pinback Buttons

Kate Estrop, Sep 16, 2025

When I switched to an Eco-Tank photo printer, I was disappointed in the drab printing on the regular paper I had been using for pinback button designs. Then I discovered this 32-lb photo paper and my button colors and popping off the page again!

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