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Premium Matte 176

Formerly: 47lb. Premium Matte

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Archive Grade Inkjet Photo Paper
This Paper is Acid Free
116 Reviews

Product Name Change

47b. Premium Matte is now Premium Matte 176. 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 Paper Premium Matte 176 has a smooth, bright white finish that produces brilliant colors and sharp details from any inkjet printer. The medium-card weight paper in the Premium Matte family, this paper offers a photo feel and is a great alternative to popular Epson, Canon and HP photo matte papers. ...continue reading below

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Archive Grade Inkjet Photo Paper
This Paper is Acid Free
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$9.95

Premium Matte 176 Details & Information

Description
Description

Product Name Change

47b. Premium Matte is now Premium Matte 176. 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 Paper Premium Matte 176 has a smooth, bright white finish that produces brilliant colors and sharp details from any inkjet printer. The medium-card weight paper in the Premium Matte family, this paper offers a photo feel and is a great alternative to popular Epson, Canon and HP photo matte papers.

You can print photo quality on one side of this paper.

Red River Paper Premium Matte 176 Features:
  • Premium photo and art quality paper
  • Bright white, ultra-smooth surface
  • Medium weight
  • For any inkjet printer

Available in sheets and rolls.

Specifications
Specifications
  • Paper: 100% alpha cellulose base stock
  • Paper Weight: 176 gsm / 47 lb.
  • Thickness: 8.5mil
  • Surface: Smooth
  • Coating: Top quality matte inkjet coating
  • Printable: Photo and art quality on coated side. Text and light graphics on back.
  • Color: Bright white

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

All products are compatible with aqueous inks. Not designed for solvent, latex or UV.

  • Epson: Yes
  • Canon: Yes
  • HP:Yes
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Suggested Uses
Use this paper for:
  • Photo printing
  • Portfolio production
  • Books
  • Calendars
  • Greeting cards
  • Wide format prints
A Fine Environmental Choice
I originally purchased this paper hoping to use it for patterns for Stained Glass. Often, a glass artist will print their patterns on plain paper, cut them, and glue them to the glass before cutting, to act as a guide. This paper is a little too fine for that purpose, however as the water used when grinding the glass makes the paper fall apart too soon. \n\nThat said, I find this paper to be wonderful for all other printing purposes, and a wonderfully environmental choice. At 47lbs it is basically a lightweight-heavyweight paper. It is heavier than plain paper, but not as heavy as typical matte paper. That difference saves space, and materials, as fewer materials are needed to create the paper. It is heavy enough for fine crisp printing, and suitable for framing, ironing to display board, etc. It is a wonderful paper. \nAs the famous line from “Back to the Future” goes, “You are my density!”.
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Mitch Lambdin - Oct 26, 2021

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"Using an HP Photosmart C4580 set to best photo quality, I chose Arctic Polar Luster as my paper choice because the paper's surface shows the saturation of the image in full, without distorting the shadow areas, and without the hindrance of reflection"

Premium Matte 176 Reviews

Rating Chart   5.0   116 Reviews

My go to!

John Gochis, Feb 26, 2026

I use this paper exclusively for customers who want beautiful prints for a low price. Holds color very well and has never let me down.

Very satisfied customer

Louis Rabinowitz, Feb 02, 2026

I've been enjoying printing cards on this stock. They are of the same matte quality as the 8x10 papers I use to print my photos. They are very easy to fold and make a nice visual and tactile presentation.

Smooth finish - great quality

irnart, Jan 19, 2026

I am very happy with the quality of this paper, I use it for my sticker and keychain packaging. It prints beautifully and it has just the right weight for the backing cards and bag toppers. 10/10 would recommend

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