Unveil the brilliance of your images with a captivating, almost luminous quality that transforms everything from aircraft to blossoms into intensified, richer, and incredibly realistic depictions. It's time to immerse yourself in the world of Polar Gloss Metallic 255 a truly exceptional inkjet paper that seamlessly mirrors the captivating allure of professional photo lab metallic prints. ...continue reading below
Polar Gloss Metallic 255 Details & Information
Unveil the brilliance of your images with a captivating, almost luminous quality that transforms everything from aircraft to blossoms into intensified, richer, and incredibly realistic depictions. It's time to immerse yourself in the world of Polar Gloss Metallic 255 a truly exceptional inkjet paper that seamlessly mirrors the captivating allure of professional photo lab metallic prints.
Polar Gloss Metallic 255 is more than just paper; it's an artistic revelation. It inherits the coveted attributes of its lab counterpart, boasting an opulent high-gloss finish paired with a pearlescent base stock that graces your images with an exquisite iridescence. Compatible with all inkjet printers, this paper eliminates the need for specialized equipment, inks, or intricate finishing techniques to achieve the coveted metallic effect. A piece of trivia to cherish: Red River Paper pioneered the introduction of metallic inkjet photo paper to the market in 2010.
Designed for those who seek the distinctively vibrant essence of metallic photography, this paper is ideal for a spectrum of imagery. From metal-clad structures to mesmerizing reflections, from captivatingly vivid hues to intricate HDR captures, and even the realm of striking monochromes, Polar Gloss Metallic 255 enhances every facet of your visual artistry.
Noteworthy tidbits: a high-gloss pearlescent metallic surface promises to elevate your prints, while the acid-free base stock, with a gentle touch of warmth and minimal optical brightening agents, ensures enduring quality. The back of the paper is unmarked and devoid of logos, and though not printable itself, it stands as a canvas for your creativity. For guidance, a handling guide and FAQs provide insights.
Imagine the allure of a photo lab metallic finish, seamlessly brought to life through the ease of desktop printing. Let your landscapes, botanical wonders, industrial marvels, and even portraits transcend the ordinary, leaping off the page with a vibrancy that's second to none. Discover why Polar Gloss Metallic 255 has won hearts among both professionals and enthusiasts worldwide.
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Metallic Gloss. Striking!
Gregory Bonk, Sep 18, 2026
I've never tried a metallic paper until ordering this sample as well as the Luster version. I like them both, but this one really stands out. The metallic sheen is very striking and makes for a bold, eye-catching print.
It works really well with my Epson ET-8550 (RR Color Profile), the only minor caveat is that I thought I saw some minor imperfections immediately after printing, but those seemed to smooth themselves out when I looked again a few minutes later. It seemed like it needed a little extra time for the ink to really flow into the coating, but once it did, the tiny flaws I saw were completely imperceptible and the print looks phenomenal.
The highlights in black and white photos really pop, and photos of aircraft or vehicles are particularly good with this paper.
Beautiful, but small for a panorama
Joel Hauschild, Sep 15, 2026
The paper is beautiful. I used it first on an aspen photo I took in the snow on a hike. Colors are fantastic on the paper and the metallic sheen renders perfectly. My only gripe is the small size for a panoramic photo.
Metallic prints
Michael Wise, Sep 06, 2026
This is by far the best and my favorite paper to put my Sunset prints on. You are always top notch for my printing needs.
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