Epson Hot Press Bright Paper (8.5 x 11″, 25 Sheets)
$22.39
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Description
For fine art photographers looking for a matte medium that can deliver a wide color gamut and high brightness, Epson has developed Hot Press Bright Paper. Made from 100% cotton rag and using a hot press production technique, this paper features a smooth matte finish. The heavy weight of 330 gsm, thickness of 17 mil, and opacity of 98% further give this paper the look and feel of a true fine art paper. Also, through the use of optical brightening agents, this media will help deliver bright whites, deep blacks, and a wide color gamut. Designed for longevity, Hot Press Bright is free of acid, lignin, and chlorine and is pH buffered.
This paper is available here as a 25-pack of 8.5 x 11″ sheets.
Additional information
| Weight | 1.6 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 11.5 × 9 × 0.9 in |
| Material | Cotton Rag |
| Basis Weight | 330 gsm |
| Thickness | 17 mil / 0.43 mm |
| Opacity | 98% |
| Brightness | 96% |
| Single/Double-Sided | Single |
| OBA Content | Yes |
| Surface Finish | Matte |
| Storage Temperature | 68 to 77°F / 20 to 25°C |
| Storage Humidity | 40 to 60% |
| Quantity | 25 Sheets |
| Sheet Size (W x L) | 8.5 x 11" / 21.6 x 27.94 cm |
Reviews (180)
180 reviews for Epson Hot Press Bright Paper (8.5 x 11″, 25 Sheets)
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Giovanna Crona (verified owner) –
I’ve never been super impressed with matte paper for photos or vector work until now. Love this stuff. I sell fine art prints off of my Epson 3880. Some contain text. I have found that it handles non-script letters better than cursive fonts,but that is true of most matte paper. Fine details in vector and photo is amazing. Heavy weight, nice soft feel for clients. The bright definitely holds color far better than some other brands- they really pop with a great deal of contrast I can’t get elsewhere. It’s a bit less cost effective than some others once you get into 17×22 territory but really worth it if you want high def and performance from a matte finish. Haven’t done BW photos yet, but get nice tone range for color with a softer look than Luster. Time will tell how they hold up. Epson ICC profiles work well. Gotta play around with printer and color settings to get what you need out of it.
Aniyah Towne (verified owner) –
very nice paper; strong white; works well with b&w or color.
Christelle Marvin (verified owner) –
The 1-star rating is only for the last package of this I received. Like others have said, something was wrong with the paper because even on the highest print quality settings with bi-directional printing turned off I couldnt stop the ink bleeds. The sheets were also warped and I suspect either water damage or the paper was stored where it was subjected to really high humidity. Earlier batches of this paper produced stunning, 5-star results.
Iliana Robel (verified owner) –
I use paper in an Epson 3880 printer. Can be tricky to insert in read loader, but once you get the knack it’s relatively easy.
Kelli Wintheiser (verified owner) –
I’m a professional print maker. This is great paper. The 44 inch roll actually lets me use paper more efficiently as well as make very large prints.
Luther Schowalter (verified owner) –
Clean, bright finish
Citlalli Leuschke (verified owner) –
I had always used hot press natural for quite sometime and was happy with the results. But recently wanted to try something new and ordered the hot press bright and more than pleased with the results. I was apprehensive at first as I thought I had found my perfect paper but it seems I was wrong. Great results with color and B&W.
Andrew Hauck (verified owner) –
I have been using this paper to print my mixed media and oil paintings with my Epson Surecolor P7000. I find the colors come out vibrant and the details are super clear! I love it
Jaleel Gibson (verified owner) –
This is a very affordable, thick, bright matte paper that has very accurate color rendition. I’m printing on an Epson P800 and aside from some disparity with cyan colors, what I see on my monitor (Asus LCD with no color calibration) and what is printed are identical. I’m very happy with this paper – I have it in 17×22, 8.5×11, and 17×50′ roll.
Darrell Paucek (verified owner) –
I’m completing a project where I need to print on a sturdy matte paper. I purchased sample packs from Moab, Hahnemhle, and Epson. In comparison tests, the Epson HPB and HPN provided the best results. The prints were made on my Epson R3000. The paper also trims very cleanly. Unlike some cotton rags (Canson Rag, for example) that tend to chip along the edges. The HPN is a nice compliment for portraits or when you want to dial down the brightness. Great paper!
Layne Bailey (verified owner) –
Beautiful paper. WOrth the money
Reginald Marvin (verified owner) –
I’m not going to get into the optical brighteners versus no optical brighteners debate. That is a subjective minefield. On my long and expensive quest to find a fine art matte paper so my photos don’t reflect my face back at me and has, almost, the DMax, clarity, sharpness and presence(my description) of one of the new Barytas, this may not be the Holy Grail, but it certainly puts you in the chapel and close to the altar. Of course printing on an Epson 7900 with the new HDR inks helps, but I’m sure it will do just fine on my trusty R2400 too. This is a very nice paper. I ordered a gob.
Dawn Denesik (verified owner) –
Used this paper for some personal work, as an art show and it came out really nice. Printed this paper on the Epson 3880 and the quality is just brilliant.
Evelyn Bahringer (verified owner) –
All of the Epson hot and cold press papers are great. Which one you use is dependent upon the subject matter, and of course your personal taste. If it’s going to be framed or displayed in any way, these and the Velvet Fine Art paper are my picks.
Alia Kozey (verified owner) –
I love how this paper renders B&W fine art images on my Epson 3800. B&H always double packs it so I never get bent paper and the price is terrific.
Camron Mohr (verified owner) –
This paper is fantastic and produces results very close to the much more expensive Hahnemuhle Ultra Smooth. Side by side comparisons usually leave my clients picking this paper over the other. One unfortunate downside is that you have to be really careful and keep cleaning the paper with a static free brush as it sheds bits of paper from the edge where it’s cut. It’s quite annoying.
Irving Nienow (verified owner) –
If you know this product, you know it’s available widely and what you’re getting. Paper is paper, but you need to get the right stuff. The point of this writing is the B&H difference. I am in Los Angeles, but you’d think from the way it was packed that I lived on Mars. The packaging was solid, secure, professional, and with obvious regard for the condition of the product and my need to have it arrive in good order. 15 stars for packing and delivery!!
Michele Jones (verified owner) –
Usual great service
Reinhold O’Hara (verified owner) –
This paper is thicker than the Archival Enhanced Matte but the colors print with a richer full bodied tone. Very nice.
Makayla Dooley (verified owner) –
I have printed on a wide range of papers. This Hot Press Bight paper is ideally suited for Fine Art Photos, especially Portraiture. I suggest, following the guidelines especially handling the paper.