UltraPro Luster produces professional quality results and works with virtually any type of photographic subject. UltraPro Luster looks like traditional photo lab paper. Because it is heavier and thicker than a lab paper,
your prints will feel more substantial and will resist handling wear. A relative of our best seller, UltraPro Satin, this paper features a deep luster texture to enhance your prints without being a distraction. UltraPro Luster is a brilliant bold white, which means it is particularly good at reproducing deep blacks and higher contrast. You will see a wider color gamut as well as smoother tonal transitions. Your black & white photos will be neutral and crisp.
UltraPro Luster produces professional quality results and works with virtually any type of photographic subject. UltraPro Luster looks like traditional photo lab paper. Because it is heavier and thicker than a lab paper, your prints will feel more substantial and will resist handling wear. A relative of our best seller, UltraPro Satin, this paper features a deep luster texture to enhance your prints without being a distraction. UltraPro Luster is a brilliant bold white, which means it is particularly good at reproducing deep blacks and higher contrast. You will see a wider color gamut as well as smoother tonal transitions. Your black & white photos will be neutral and crisp.
How is this paper different than UltraPro Satin?
Heavier - 300 gsm vs. 270 gsm
Thicker - 11.6 mil vs. 10.4 mil
Deeper surface texture
Ideal For
Anyone who wants the look and feel of a professional photo lab
Saturated colors, neutral B&W, and smooth tonal transitions
Images with deep blacks and rich color
Any inkjet printer
Good To Know
Deep satin / luster finish
Extra weight and thickness for a more substantial feel
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Profile Note
Use the UltraPro Satin profile for your printer with this paper.
* 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
Weight: 300gsm (80lb.)
Thickness: 11.6mil
Coating: Premium grade microporous coated
Color: Bright white
Printable: One side only - no printing on back
Type: Resin coated
Profile Note
If an UltraPro Luster profile is unavailable for your printer, use the UltraPro profile.
Paper Weight Comparison Scale
80160240320400
UltraPro Luster 300 Rolls 300 GSM
75 GSM copy paper
230 GSM photo weight paper
360 GSM heavy stock weight
20406080100120
UltraPro Luster 300 Rolls
20lb copy paper
60lb photo weight paper
96lb heavy stock 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 - 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.
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I use this paper in combination with 68# RR Ultra Pro Luster for most of my wide format print work. This is just a tad thicker than the 68# option and I notice a little bit better saturation, but both render colors beautifully. Red River is a great company and who I personally use exclusively.
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UltraPro Luster 300
Dieter Wilkinson
02/28/2023
Recently purchased Epson's new dye printer. (ET8550) Having only used pigment inks in the past was not sure about the quality dye inks would give me, however I was sure I wanted my ink costs to go down. Over the last few months have experimented with a variety of Red River papers to see which would give acceptable results. There are two papers that stand out, and in fact just blow me away for color and Black and White prints. (For B&W I only use the Epson ABW mode, and ICC Profiles for color) On the Luster end it's hands down Ultra Pro Luster 300. Just the right weight with no feed problems. Absolutely vibrant colors as well as fantastic B&W. The other paper I'll mention is Big Bent Baryta. Again a stand out for this printer. Vibrant saturated color and great B&W. Reminds me of my Darkroom favorite Oriental Seagull. Just to say maybe the obvious but calibrate your monitor, and soft proof your file before passing it to your printer for best results.
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UltraPro Luster 300
Wayne
10/16/2022
High quality paper with dynamic results. I've switched paper suppliers since trying Red River Papers.
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Amazing Paper
Andrea
07/12/2022
Beautiful finish! Really impressed with Red River, their website support and quality.
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Love this paper!
Cyndi Sarfan
06/01/2022
I am a professional photographer and I love this paper. I started using it on the advice of an artist friend who uses it for her prints. I have used it for two years now for my large prints I sell at art shows and galleries. It is a nice weight and finish and it comes well packaged. Big fan now of Red River papers!
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perfect paper for high quality general usage
adrian buckmaster
05/14/2022
I normally make 2 prints, one on fibre, and one on resin for proofing/seconnd portfolio and for handouts. This paper is so good, my clients have noticed, lovely weight, great surface, easy to install profile. Red river is a great company, been following them for a while
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Great Paper
05/12/2022
I'm printing on a Pixma Pro 100, the prints look gorgeous on this paper. I'm really happy so far with the quality of the paper.
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Going Back To Pacific Inkjet
David
05/10/2022
Well, I have no complaints about the product itself - my complaint is about product offering. You used to carry 8x10 sheets in pkgs of 100, now you do not and only offer 50 count. 50 count is not economical - to spend $33.00+ per package in order to get 100 sheet quantity is not a prudent business move. I am going back to Pacific Inkjet. The paper quality is just as good as Red River, just a tad thinner (266gsm, I believe). My customers liked the heavier paper feel of Red River, but no complaints about thinner paper if I can keep the cost per print reasonable.
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My Favorite paper
Michael Karchmer
03/25/2022
For many years, I used UltraPro Satin. I transitioned to UltraPro Luster 300 some time ago and rarely use any other semi glass paper. It is a thicker stock than Satin and gives a richer appearance. The white stock is perhaps perhaps a little less warm than the Satin. The .icc profile available for this paper/ Epson is just perfect on my Mac.
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Amazing Paper
Beautiful finish! Really impressed with Red River, their website support and quality.
Andrea - 07/12/2022
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Photographic Grade Paper
Photo Grade products are designed to look and feel like modern photo lab paper. Most photo grade media are resin coated, which means they have a paper core covered by a thin layer of polyethelene (plastic) . Plastic gives the paper its photo feel, stability (flatness), water resistance, handling resistance, and excellent feed consistency.
Prints on photo grade media are stable over long periods. With pigment inks in a protected environment, you can see up to 80 years on-display life. All RC papers are Photo Grade for two reasons. Plastic content is not technically archival by museum standards. Also, the inkjet coating of all RC papers is slightly acidic. It facilitates instant drying and does not actually change the stability of your inks over time. Virtually all RC papers have optical brightening agents (OBAs).