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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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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:

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
  • Surface: Luster texture (E-surface photo finish)
  • Paper: Photobase base stock
  • Paper Weight: 255gsm (66lb.)
  • Thickness: 10.5mil
  • Coating: Microporous inkjet
  • Color: Pearlescent warm tone
  • Printable: One side only - back side cannot be printed

Polar Luster Metallic 255 inkjet photo paper

Is this paper compatible with your printer's ink?

All products are compatible with aqueous inks. Not designed for solvent, latex or UV.

  • Epson Photo (dye inks): Yes
  • Epson UltraChrome (pigment): Yes
  • Epson DuraBrite Ultra (pigment): Yes
  • Canon: Yes
  • Canon Lucia (pigment): Yes
  • HP: Yes
  • Lexmark: Yes
  • Kodak: Yes

* Matte and cotton art media over 59b. may not feed consistently in Epson printers and may require some hand feeding.
* Epson 4000,6000,7000,9000,10000 series do not work with sizes smaller than 8.5x11 - Card sizes under 8.5x11 are not compatible with Epson wide format printers

Use this paper for:
  • High quality photo prints
  • Snapshots
  • Photo books
  • Portfolios

Reviews for Polar Luster Metallic 255

Polar Luster Metallic Rave Review
Stephen Van Gorder
05/23/2020
Verified Buyer
I am a wildlife photographer and my images of the Great Blue Heron have been absolutely stunning on the Polar Luster Metallic paper using the Canon Pixma 100 inkjet printer. I went to the local frame shop and they were gasping with amazement at the subtle but eerie glow of the silvers and blues of a Heron in flight. I much prefer the Polar Luster to the equally stunning Polar Gloss Metallic paper. Great Job, Great Service, BRAVO
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Gorgeous for digital art
Catherine Smith
01/11/2020
I'm an illustrator who sells art prints at conventions, and this has become my go-to paper for my prints. The metallic effect is very subtle, giving my art a shimmery glow. My customers are always so impressed when they see it in action. I wouldn't recommend it for artists who work primarily in traditional media, but digital artists who work with saturated colors (as I do) should definitely try it out.
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Nice for Black and White, wish it was 75 pound paper
Joe
10/15/2019
I compared wide tonal range black and white prints made on this metallic paper and my usual Arctic Polar 75 pound paper. The Black and White prints look better on the metallic paper BUT it bends and crinkles quite a bit more easily. Please have a 75 pound option!
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Love it, more subtle than the Gloss Metallic
Edward Jenner
07/31/2019
As someone mentioned, it is more subtle than the gloss, and thus has a different look. I would suggest trying both before buying a larger amount. I shoot landscapes and the images that I want this look for (water works well), I like the more subtle and slightly different look and texture over the gloss metallic. You'll probably get the best look hanging it somewhere where you get a lot of light on the print.
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Wish the Weight of this paper was more obvious
BH
07/26/2019
Have always been a fan of Red River and still am. So little disappointed, that after reading the announcement about this paper I ordered some thinking I was getting a Metallic paper similar to my Arctic Polar Luster 75lb which I so love. When the paper arrived I went to put it in the drawer next to all my other boxes of different Red River Papers when I noticed that unlike all the others there was no listing on the label for what lb weight the paper was. I had to do some digging to discover that the weight of this paper is only 66 lbs, not 75 lbs like the Arctic Polar I thought it was being referenced to. Not sure why they seem to not be as up front about this as before, and have deleted this from their initial description and box label.
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BEAUTIFUL!!
Neshama Roash
07/26/2019
I ordered a sample box, and this was my favorite paper. I absolutely love it! It is so pretty, and brings a unique depth to my photographs.
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Great Paper
Mike Schier
07/25/2019
Just received the sample box and immediately had to print the Polar Luster Metallic samples. Loved the results so much that I have ordered a box. The paper produces the deep sharp colors with the right hint of metallic that sets my pictures apart.
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Very Disappointed
JD
04/18/2019
I was very disappointed in this paper. I was expecting it to be similar to the Polar Pearl Metallic 255, which is a great paper but very glossy. Unlike the glossy version, this luster version looks like regular paper unless you inspect it very closely or at just the right angle. The glossy version has a "wow factor" that is missing in the luster version, the metallic effect is very subdued. Also framing it behind glass further reduces the metallic effect to the point where it's not even worth using it. I regret buying so much of this expensive paper without trying it first.
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A favorite of mine
Anthony Paladino
12/31/2018
This paper is truly a beautiful paper without the harsh glare of a typical gloss paper.Today I did a print of an old rustic barn that had a sixteen inch snowfall that night followed by sun and blue sky with white clouds.The early morning sun with its long shadows over the fresh snow made the scene look like a postcard,converted to B&W. The Paper print was so beautiful that it took on a life of its own,it shimmered in the light,and as I slightly tilted from side to side it was like magic;each tilt gave the image a new perspective,as the snow sparkled in way it wouldn't with other paper.
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Love it, more subtle than the Gloss Metallic

As someone mentioned, it is more subtle than the gloss, and thus has a different look. I would suggest trying both before buying a larger amount. I shoot landscapes and the images that I want this look for (water works well), I like the more subtle and slightly different look and texture over the gloss metallic. You'll probably get the best look hanging it somewhere where you get a lot of light on the print.
Edward Jenner - 07/31/2019
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