Polar Luster Metallic 255
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.
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Polar Luster Metallic 255 Details & Information
Description
Description
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.
Ideal For:
- Anyone who loves the luster texture and wants more pop in their images
- Images featuring metals, reflections, vibrant color, HDR
- Stunning black & white photographic prints
- Any inkjet printer
Good To Know:
- Pearlescent photo metallic with a luster texture
- Acid free base stock. Coating slightly acidic.
- Warm tone, low OBA paper.
- There are no markings or logos on the back
- Back of this product is not printable
- Handling guide and FAQ
Benefits
- You get the photo lab metallic look with the convenience of desktop printing
- Luster texture add a subtle elegance to your prints
- Luster texture prevents finger print and hides other signs of handling
- Everything from airplanes to flowers will look bold, more saturated, more intense
Metallic Talk - Derrick Story
Listen to Derrick Story talk about his experience with printing on Polar Luster Metallic:
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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
Related Categories: Photo Printer Paper, Satin Photo Paper, Metallic Finish Paper
Specifications
Specifications
- Surface: Luster texture (E-surface photo finish)
- Weight: 255gsm (66lb.)
- Thickness: 10.4mil
- Coating: State-of-the-art microporous inkjet
- Color: Pearlescent warm tone
- Printable: One side only - back side cannot be printed
- 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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Reviews for Polar Luster Metallic 255
The wow factor
Paul C
06/19/2023
I have been using the glass metallic paper for quite a while an excellent paper. Then I noticed they offered the luster metallic paper thought I would give it a try, The results are fantastic. The paper gives your image the sharpness the gloss but adds the perfect amount of softness as well. I am glad I gave it a try it will be in my paper rotation from now on.
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Stunning results with shadows and colors
Ed Rogers
03/29/2023
I've been numerous places and have seen many marvelous things. For decades, my photos have languished in my "Pictures" folder...
This Polar Metallic Luster has provided an outlet for some of them.
I'm an enthusiast, not a professional. Even I can recognize superior results!
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A good paper that helps showcase your photos.
Maciej
11/14/2022
This is a good paper that brings out the color and highlights. It makes pictures look 3 dimensional. The extra snap is appreciated.
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Polar Luster Metallic
Kenny Knapp
10/14/2022
This paper really makes my landscape photos stand out. Quick drying and looks great.
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Black and White Photgraphs
Stephen Baumbach
07/22/2022
Compared your paper to other metallic offerings and found your stock to be really good for black and white photographs.
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What about B&W
Ken Broussard
07/20/2022
I have been using Polar Luster Metallic for color printing but as my work has shifted more to B&W, I questioned the quantity until I tried it on some of my favorite B&W's and I decided to stay with the larger pack and try it more often.
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Polar Luster Metallic
Christopher Christian
06/25/2022
Like all Red River paper, this one is a pleasure to use! When I want to enhance and empathize Color, I turn to Metallic and I'm a BIG fan of Polar Luster!
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I like it!
John P
06/16/2022
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I love the smooth rich colors but I think a specific ICC profile would be better than the manual tweaks I had to do for better matching.
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Does wonders for Black & White/IR
Ray Scott
05/31/2022
I have been shooting and printing IR images for several years and discovered how dynamic the Polar Metallic papers make my images appear! It seems to give the images depth and detail that other papers I have printed on just cannot match.
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