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Palo Duro SoftGloss Rag Big Sheets

Museum Grade Inkjet Photo Paper
92 Reviews

Made from 100% cotton rag and featuring a lightly textured soft gloss surface, Palo Duro SoftGloss Rag gives you the classic look of a darkroom photographic print with the performance of modern inkjet technology. Its surface look and feel reminds many of the traditional F-Type print. This OBA-free archival paper is ideal for museum-quality and conservation grade photographic prints. We think that Ansel Adams would be stunned by the emotional power of a Palo Duro SoftGloss Rag print. ...continue reading below

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Description
Description

Made from 100% cotton rag and featuring a lightly textured soft gloss surface, Palo Duro SoftGloss Rag gives you the classic look of a darkroom photographic print with the performance of modern inkjet technology. Its surface look and feel reminds many of the traditional F-Type print. This OBA-free archival paper is ideal for museum-quality and conservation grade photographic prints. We think that Ansel Adams would be stunned by the emotional power of a Palo Duro SoftGloss Rag print.

Deep Blacks

The secret to deep blacks is a barrier coat between the paper and inkjet receiving layer. Ink stays locked into the soft gloss layer and cannot sink into the paper base. The results are luxurious deep blacks.

Ideal For
  • The look and feel of original F-Type darkroom prints
  • Deep blacks, smooth gray tones, true saturated colors
  • Fine photographic reproductions – for sale or for display at home
  • Discerning print enthusiasts
Good To Know:
  • True conservation grade media – No optical brighteners, acid free, lignin free
  • Warm white
  • FOGRA Certified ISO 9706 (paper aging standards)
  • There are no markings or logos on the back
  • Handle this fine product with care - hold by edges and use gloves
  • Download the handling guide to get the most from Palo Duro SG Rag
Benefits
  • The ultimate fine photographic print experience - look, feel, and performance
  • Conservation grade media to support your long term display needs
  • Colleagues, family, friends, and customers will know they are holding true photographic art
Palo Duro SoftGloss Rag Closeup Paper Details

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
Specifications
  • Base Stock: 100% cotton rag content.
  • Weight: 310gsm
  • Thickness: 16.5mil
  • Coated: Microporous coated one side
  • Paper Tone: Warm white
  • Surface: Lightly textured soft gloss
  • Pigment Ink Users: This media uses Photo Black inks.
  • Deep Blacks: For print geeks, spectro readings:
    • Epson P600 L*= 2.4, a*= -0.3, b*= -1.4
    • Canon Pro-1 (ChromaOptimizer turned on) L* = 3.5, a*= -0.3, b*= -2.4
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Compatibility
Compatibility Guide
  • Epson or Canon with specialty paper feed: Yes
  • Canon or Epson pro series wide formats: Yes
  • Canon or Epson with top auto-load tray: Yes*
  • HP wide format: Yes
  • Epson or Canon with front only feed: NO
  • HP: desktop with front only feed NO
  • Lexmark: NO
  • Kodak: NO

* If your printer has a specialty media path, we recommend you use it with this paper. If you only have a top paper tray, you can use this product one sheet at a time.

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Palo Duro SoftGloss Rag Review
This paper looks and feels just like a traditional darkroom print! The texture is perfect. The semi-gloss of this paper doesn't give you that cheap reflective look of other semi-gloss papers. Fine art quality paper right here. This was a favorite in the fine art sample pack.
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Mitchell Lusignan - Apr 18, 2019
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Palo Duro SoftGloss Rag Big Sheets Reviews

Rating Chart   5.0   92 Reviews

Great Paper

Rod Best, Dec 05, 2025

This is a new paper to me, & i gotta say i love the textured surface, the weight of the paper, & the sheen. I used it recently for some portrait shots & they came out great!

Long time user of Palo Duro Soft Gloss Rag

Alan Sue, Dec 02, 2025

I've been using Palo Duro Soft Gloss for 8 years as my main paper. Previously I used a Platine paper and I feel that the Red River is equivalent and easier to buy with more size options. I get exhibition quality results with five shows this year and hope Red River keeps this paper around!

Palo-Duro Soft Gloss is Gorgeous

Sam, Dec 01, 2025

This paper is gorgeous. I use it for all of my black and white photography prints. The levels and depth of shadows I can achieve with this paper are astounding. Please don't ever stop making this paper!

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