Polar Luster Metallic is related to Polar Gloss Metallic 255. The difference is that this paper has a luster texture similar to Arctic Polar Luster....continue reading below
Polar Luster Metallic 255 Rolls Details & Information
Polar Luster Metallic is related to Polar Gloss Metallic 255. The difference is that this paper has a luster texture similar to Arctic Polar Luster.
Your images will take on a brilliant, almost luminescent quality. Everything from airplanes to flowers will look bold, more saturated, more intense. Discover for yourself why Red River Paper's photo metallic papers are the choice of professionals and enthusiasts around the world.
Polar Luster Metallic is a truly unique inkjet paper that closely matches the look of photo lab metallic prints. Polar Luster Metallic features the same aspects as its lab equivalent - an elegant luster (E-surface) finish on a pearlescent base stock that yields an stunning iridescence in your images. It is compatible with any inkjet printer and requires no special equipment, inks, or finishing techniques to achieve the metallic effect. And for a bit of trivia, Red River Paper was the first to introduce photo metallic inkjet paper to the market in 2010.
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* 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
All products are compatible with aqueous inks. Not designed for solvent, latex or UV.
* 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.
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Luster Metallic Construction Layers
Armand Thomas, Dec 09, 2025
My Las Vegas Layered series consists of a photo-compilation of 6 major constructions in my ever-changing city, a random time-lapse of layered fragments snipped from hundreds of photos shot from the same spot over regular intervals of the build. Polar Luster Metallic paper makes the artwork shimmer and compliments the impressive steel and glass structures themselves. The paper is a perfect match for the subject, and always draws awes from my patrons and fans.
Great paper!!
Rich Poser, Dec 02, 2025
I'm printing a variety of art photos (5x7, 12x12, 8x8 cut from 8.5x11) on this paper using an Epson 8550 and Red River's ICC profiles. The prints are fantastic - deep rich blacks that have a metallic sheen, and a near 3D depth to them. The paper takes the dye ink very well, dries quickly. Great quality and value.
Great Paper
Douglas M McAfee, Nov 22, 2025
This paper far exceeded my expectations. Great product and great service.
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