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Palo Duro SoftGloss Rag 315

Museum Grade Inkjet Photo Paper
92 Reviews

From landscapes to fine art portraits, Palo Duro SoftGloss Rag is the ideal Museum-Grade paper to display your images with just the right amount of sheen.

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Palo Duro SoftGloss Rag 315 Details & Information

Description
Description

From landscapes to fine art portraits, Palo Duro SoftGloss Rag is the ideal Museum-Grade paper to display your images with just the right amount of sheen.

Palo Duro SoftGloss Rag 315 gives you the classic look of a darkroom print with the performance of modern inkjet technology. This OBA-free archival paper paper is made from 100% cotton fiber and has a lightly textured, semigloss surface. Palo Duro ranks among the finest quality photo papers you can use today. It meets and exceeds the quality of any platine type photo paper on the market. When you are looking for a true museum-quality medium for your work, choose Palo Duro Softgloss Rag.

Deep Blacks

The secret to deep blacks is a barrier coat between the paper and inkjet receiving layer. Ink stays locked into the soft gloss layer and cannot sink into the paper base. The results are luxurious deep blacks. We think that Ansel Adams would be stunned by what Palo Duro Softgloss Rag can accomplish.

Ideal For
  • The look and feel of original platine 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
  • FOGRA Certified ISO 9706 (paper aging standards)
  • 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 SG Rag
Benefits
  • The ultimate fine photographic print experience - look, feel, and performance
  • Conservation grade media to support your long term display needs
  • Colleagues, family, friends, and customers will know they are holding true photographic art

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.
* Rolls come wound with five extra feet at no charge

Specifications
Specifications
  • Paper Weight: 315gsm
  • Thickness: 16.5mil
  • Surface: Lightly textured soft gloss
  • Printable: Photo and art quality on coated side. Text and light graphics on the back
  • Coating: Microporous coated one side
  • Color: Warm white
  • Type: 100% cotton rag content.
  • Back: No markings or logos
  • Optical Brighteners: None
  • Roll Specs: 
  • Core: 3"
  • Outside Diameter: 4.73"

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Tech Specs:

  • Deep Black Examples:
    • Epson P600 L*= 2.4, a*= -0.3, b*= -1.4
    • Canon Pro-1 (ChromaOptimizer turned on) L* = 3.5, a*= -0.3, b*= -2.4
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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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Palo Duro Soft Gloss Rag
This is a beautiful paper. I was looking forward to trying it, because I have used and appreciated the other two in the family: palo duro smooth and palo duro etching. Both are sensational fine art papers. The Soft Gloss Rag has a beautiful texture, feels substantial, and prints like a dream. My only challenge is adjusting the color just a bit. Because the paper is not a true white, dark blues, such as night sky, will lean toward green. The ICC profile doesn't seem to correct this. I suggest running a few small test prints to perfect your color balance. It is well worth the effort to print on this paper.
Jan - Sep 06, 2025
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"Ultra Pro Satin's surface provides a clean, lustrous, graduated black and white tone that preserves both shadow highlight detail."

Palo Duro SoftGloss Rag 315 Reviews

Rating Chart   5.0   92 Reviews

Great Paper

Rod Best, Dec 05, 2025

This is a new paper to me, & i gotta say i love the textured surface, the weight of the paper, & the sheen. I used it recently for some portrait shots & they came out great!

Long time user of Palo Duro Soft Gloss Rag

Alan Sue, Dec 02, 2025

I've been using Palo Duro Soft Gloss for 8 years as my main paper. Previously I used a Platine paper and I feel that the Red River is equivalent and easier to buy with more size options. I get exhibition quality results with five shows this year and hope Red River keeps this paper around!

Palo-Duro Soft Gloss is Gorgeous

Sam, Dec 01, 2025

This paper is gorgeous. I use it for all of my black and white photography prints. The levels and depth of shadows I can achieve with this paper are astounding. Please don't ever stop making this paper!

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