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Premium Matte 230

Formerly: 60lb. Premium Matte Plus

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Archive Grade Inkjet Photo Paper
This Paper is Acid Free
190 Reviews
Product Name Change

60b. Premium Matte is now Premium Matte 230. 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.

Premium Matte 230 is a professional grade photo matte inkjet paper. At 11mil thickness and 230gsm, Premium Matte Plus is thicker and heavier than retail brand premium photo matte paper. The extra weight and thickness that convey superior quality and allow the paper to handle the heaviest ink coverage. The surface is ultra-smooth, non-reflective, and bright white. ...continue reading below

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Archive Grade Inkjet Photo Paper
This Paper is Acid Free
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Premium Matte 230 Details & Information

Description
Product Name Change

60b. Premium Matte is now Premium Matte 230. 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.

Premium Matte 230 is a professional grade photo matte inkjet paper. At 11mil thickness and 230gsm, Premium Matte Plus is thicker and heavier than retail brand premium photo matte paper. The extra weight and thickness that convey superior quality and allow the paper to handle the heaviest ink coverage. The surface is ultra-smooth, non-reflective, and bright white.

Matte papers are excellent when you need to focus on the details of an image without any reflective distractions. They also lend a subtle character to images that might not benefit from the punch of glossy or satin media. Graphic designers, illustrators, and artists often choose matte paper because it works so well at reproducing original artwork.

Ideal For:
  • Color and black & white photography where detail perception is important
  • Anyone who likes the subtle non-reflective matte finish
  • Art reproductions, graphics, illustrations, posters
  • Any inkjet printer
Good To Know:
  • Thicker and heavier than retail brand premium matte papers
  • Smooth, non-reflective surface. Bright white tone.
  • Universally compatible with dye and pigment inks
  • Acid free base stock. Acid free coating.
  • There are no markings or logos on the back
  • Back of this product is plain paper, suitable for text printing
Benefits
  • Prints with excellent color fidelity and a pleasing subtle character.
  • Smooth surface free of reflections allows viewer to focus on the details of your image.
  • Save money when you replace your retail brand matte with Premium Matte.

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 shoot us an email. 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 Weight: 230 gsm / 60 lb.
  • Thickness: 11 mil
  • Surface: Smooth
  • Printable: Photo and art quality on coated side. Text and light graphics on back.
  • Coating: Microporous photo matte coated
  • Color: Bright white
  • Type: 100% alpha cellulose base stock
  • Back: No logos or markings
  • Optical Brighteners? Yes
  • Roll Specs:
  • Core: 3" 
  • Outside Diameter: 5.16"

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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*

* 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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Thank You, Thank You!
I am just starting up a Greeting Card business and I am very pleased with the quality of card stock that Red River has to offer. I am especially excited about the PRICE since I am just starting out and my funds are very limited. I have started with the Matte Plus 60lb. and love the way my cards come out. I will continue to purchase this and other fine products from Red River!
Verified Buyer
Linda Lee - May 29, 2012

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Premium Matte 230 Reviews

Rating Chart   5.1   190 Reviews

Heavier

Dan Spahn, Jul 31, 2026

I wanted a heavier paper than Polar Matte 230.This either is the case or it is sized differently. That said, opening a fresh box, I was struck by an odor like a basement. Leaving the box open a day or two, dissipates it. Also seems less a bright white than Polar Matt, too. I use it in an Epson Stylus Photo 2200, matt black pigment ink.

Great paper

Donald Hobart, Jul 31, 2026

As all of the papers I have used from Red River this one measures up.

Best Matte paper available

George Goben, Jul 14, 2026

I have have used many well known brands and types of matte papers. And I have settled on Red River Premium Matter 230 as my paper of choice. I have found it to be excellent for portraits, landscapes and everything in between. It has deep rich colors, presents excellent detail and sharpness, it is a very nice weight and it stays flat. It is my photo paper of choice for most of my photos. Excellent.

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