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Premium Matte 230 Greeting Cards Details & Information
Description
Product Name Change
60b. Premium Matte is now Premium Matte 230. The same paper - new name. We are changing names to reflect the metric weight instead of pound weight. You will see this change throughout our product line.
60b. Premium Matte is now Premium Matte 230. The same paper - new name. We are changing names to reflect the metric weight instead of pound weight. You will see this change throughout our product line.
Premium Matte 230 is a professional-grade photo matte inkjet paper. At 11 mil thickness and 230 gsm, Premium Matte Plus is thicker and heavier than retail-brand premium matte papers. The extra weight and thickness convey superior quality and allow the paper to handle the heaviest ink coverage. Cut to size and pre-scored for easy, clean folding, these cards are built for premium projects that demand maximum impact and durability.
Matte papers are excellent when you need to focus on the details of an image without any reflective distractions. They also lend a subtle character to images that might not benefit from the punch of glossy or satin media. Graphic designers, illustrators, and artists often choose matte paper because it works so well at reproducing original artwork.
Ideal for:
- Color and black & white photography where detail perception is important
- Anyone who likes the subtle non-reflective matte finish
- Art reproductions, graphics, illustrations, posters
- Any inkjet printer
Good to know:
- Pre-scored for easy folding and professional presentation.
- Thicker and heavier than retail brand premium matte papers.
- Smooth, non-reflective surface. Bright white tone.
- Compatible with dye and pigment inks.
- Acid free base stock. Acid free coating.
- Back of this product is plain paper, suitable for text printing.
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.
Specifications
Specifications
- Paper Weight: 230 gsm / 60 lb.
- Thickness: 11 mil
- Surface: Smooth
- Printable: Photo and art quality on coated side. Text and light graphics on back.
- Coating: Microporous photo matte coated
- Color: Bright white
- Type: 100% alpha cellulose base stock
- Back: No logos or markings
- Optical Brighteners? Yes
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: Yes
- Canon: Yes
- HP: Yes*
* Heavy papers (usually matte /art over 59lb.) may not feed consistently in HP printers. Always test a paper via our sample kit selection before making a significant purchase.
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Heavier
Dan Spahn, Jul 31, 2026
I wanted a heavier paper than Polar Matte 230.This either is the case or it is sized differently. That said, opening a fresh box, I was struck by an odor like a basement. Leaving the box open a day or two, dissipates it. Also seems less a bright white than Polar Matt, too. I use it in an Epson Stylus Photo 2200, matt black pigment ink.
Great paper
Donald Hobart, Jul 31, 2026
As all of the papers I have used from Red River this one measures up.
Best Matte paper available
George Goben, Jul 14, 2026
I have have used many well known brands and types of matte papers. And I have settled on Red River Premium Matter 230 as my paper of choice. I have found it to be excellent for portraits, landscapes and everything in between. It has deep rich colors, presents excellent detail and sharpness, it is a very nice weight and it stays flat. It is my photo paper of choice for most of my photos. Excellent.
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