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As a 25 year sports photographer, my subjects and their parents love this paper. I don't bother with any other for action shots.
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Julie Hammond - Jul 14, 2023
Polar Gloss Metallic 255 is a truly unique inkjet paper that closely matches the look of photo lab metallic prints. Polar Gloss Metallic 255 features the same aspects as its lab equivalent - a high gloss finish and a pearlescent base stock that yields an elegant iridescence in your images. The new paper is compatible with any inkjet printer and requires no special equipment, inks, or finishing techniques to achieve the metallic effect. ...continue reading below
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Description
Description
Polar Gloss Metallic 255 is a truly unique inkjet paper that closely matches the look of photo lab metallic prints. Polar Gloss Metallic 255 features the same aspects as its lab equivalent - a high gloss finish and a pearlescent base stock that yields an elegant iridescence in your images. The new paper is compatible with any inkjet printer and requires no special equipment, inks, or finishing techniques to achieve the metallic effect.
Polar Gloss Metallic 255 is part of Red River's Polar family of products which represent the absolute state-of-the-art in photo inkjet papers.
Color profiles are available for your printer in Red River's color profile library. Read the Handling Guide and FAQ.
- The look of photo lab metallic prints
- Compatible with any inkjet printer
- Low OBA paper
- 10.4mil photo thickness
- Warm tone for pleasing color reproduction
- Acid free base stock. Coating slightly acidic.
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Specifications
Specifications
- Weight: 66lb 255gsm
- Thickness: 10.4mil
- Coating: Microporous inkjet
- Color: Warm white
- Printable: One side only - no printing on back
- Type: Resin coated
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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 - All Printers: Yes
- Canon - All Printers: Yes
- HP: Yes
* Matte coated and cotton papers over 60lb. may not feed consistently and may require some hand feeding.
* Many 24" and wider printers have a minimum sheet size of 8". Consult your manual before buying smaller sizes.
Printer Settings
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Suggested Uses
Use this paper for:
- High quality photo prints
- Snapshots
- Photo books
- Portfolios
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">"I use Aurora Natural paper to print images when I need a more natural look, especially for a photo filled with warm tones."
Polar Gloss Metallic 255 Rolls Reviews
Rating Chart 4.9 937 Reviews
Metallic glossy paper
Boris Datnow, Mar 31, 2026
Magnificent finish to all my Lofoten Islands landscapes. Received First Place in color print competitions for many of these prints. Also excellent prints of the Aurora Borealis captured in the same location.
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all good
Steven Alvord, Mar 30, 2026
*****
Fantastic paper
John Getchel, Mar 21, 2026
I have many bright and colorful photos and the the Polar Gloss Metallic paper really makes them shine! I love it!
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