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Palo Duro Etching 315 - Big Sheets

Museum Grade Inkjet Photo Paper
This Paper is Acid Free
58 Reviews
Palo Duro Etching 315 - Big Sheets

Made from 100% cotton rag, Palo Duro Etching 315 gives you the classic look of a fine photographic art print. The surface adds just the right amount of texture to your print and will not distract from the details you worked so hard to capture. This OBA-free archival paper is ideal for museum quality and conservation grade prints....continue reading below

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Museum Grade Inkjet Photo Paper
This Paper is Acid Free
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Palo Duro Etching 315 - Big Sheets Details & Information

Description
Description

Made from 100% cotton rag, Palo Duro Etching 315 gives you the classic look of a fine photographic art print. The surface adds just the right amount of texture to your print and will not distract from the details you worked so hard to capture. This OBA-free archival paper is ideal for museum quality and conservation grade prints.

Why "Art" Paper for Photography?

For many years, cotton art papers were emulsion coated for darkroom printing. The result is sublime - an elegant surface texture and sophisticated hand-feel. With modern inkjet coating, your prints will have a powerful impact and are sure to please.

Warmer White Paper

Palo Duro Etching 315 is a natural white paper. This is because we do not add any chemicals that make paper look bright white. The whites of your image are going to take on an elegant, warmer look. This is a benefit for images of nature, skin tones, landscapes, rich black & whites and artwork reproductions.

Deep Blacks

You will be amazed that a matte paper can make luxurious deep blacks. The secret is a barrier coat between the paper and inkjet receiving layer. Ink stays locked into the inkjet coating and cannot sink into the paper base. The results are luxurious deep blacks.

Museum Grade

This means a museum curator would be comfortable putting this paper on display. The keys to museum quality are 100% cotton fiber, acid-free, lignin-free, and optical brightener (OBA) free. OBAs are chemicals used to make paper bright white.

Ideal For
  • The look and feel of original fine art or darkroom prints
  • Deep blacks, smooth gray tones, true saturated colors
  • Fine photographic reproductions – for sale or for display at home
  • Discerning print enthusiasts
Good To Know
  • True conservation grade media – No optical brighteners, acid free, lignin free
  • Warm white tone for amazing landscapes, nature, and scenes with a natural color pallet
  • There are no markings or logos on the back
  • Handle this fine product with care - hold by edges and use gloves.
  • Download the handling guide to get the most from Palo Duro Etching 315.
Benefits
  • An elegant fine photographic print experience - look, feel, and performance
  • Museum grade media to support your long term display needs
  • Stunning color reproduction and deep blacks enhance your photos and artwork
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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.

Specifications
Specifications
  • Base Stock: 100% cotton rag content
    • Acid free base stock and coating
    • Internally buffered
    • No optical brighteners present
    • 90 brightness
  • Weight: 315gsm (84lb.)
  • Thickness: 21 mil
  • Coated: Microporous coated one side
  • Back: Printable plain paper
  • Paper Tone: Natural (warmer) white
  • Surface: Textured matte
  • Pigment Ink Users: This media uses Matte Black inks.
  • White Paper: Palo Duro Etching 315 is not far from neutral white. For print geeks, the spectro is Lab: 97.28, 0.39, 2.65
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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 or UV.

Will this paper feed into your printer?

Paper feed is related to your printer's design and age. It can also hinge on your willingness to put some extra work into the process with heavy and thick papers.

  • Desktop Printer With Front Paper Tray ONLY: No
  • Desktop Printer with Rear / Top Paper Tray: Yes*
  • Epson Wide Format: Yes
  • Canon Wide Format: Yes
  • HP Wide Format: Yes
  • Other Aqueous & Latex Printers: Yes
  • HP Desktop - No

* Heavy cotton art papers may not consistently auto-feed in the top main paper tray. They can be fed by hand easily, and may feed without assistance on some occasions. Returns on this paper are not accepted on the basis of feed problems.

* If your printer has a specialty media path, we recommend you use it with this paper. If you only have a top paper tray, you can use this product one sheet at a time.

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I love this paper!
I just began selling my photos, some original prints and some I converted to watercolor. I am very pleased with the quality of the paper and how my images look. My customers have been very happy with their prints.
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Michele Scheurenbrand - Dec 04, 2021
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Palo Duro Etching 315 - Big Sheets Reviews

Rating Chart   5.0   58 Reviews

beautiful

Winograd Kathryn, Dec 02, 2025

love the deep colors brought out and the texture

Palo-Duro Etching is my favorite!

Sam , Dec 01, 2025

I love this paper. I use it for all of my maps and art prints. It's thick and luxurious, and my pigmented inks look amazing on it.

Beautiful thick paper

Jamie, Dec 01, 2025

This is my absolute favorite matte paper; it is so thick and high quality and leaves my photos with such a beautiful finish. I love the texture it gives my photos and it makes each finished print feel so elevated. I find this paper works best loaded one page at a time if your printer is having trouble!

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