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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Vilma Kemmer (verified owner) –
When my fine art paper comes from B&H, I always know it will 1) be super well packed for care, and 2) be at one of the best prices out there. Excellent! A terrific paper for B&W printing (use an Epson 3880).
Narciso Collins (verified owner) –
I like the smooth surface of Eason Hot Press Bright. And it has a nice weight that feels good in hand. It’s a “go to” paper for my fine art reproduction and portrait work.
Alan Collier (verified owner) –
I’ve tried so many papers for printing on my epson 3880 and this is the best yet…love that it comes in so many sizes so i can proof.
Lucienne Veum (verified owner) –
great paper without being terribly expensive
Daphne Mann (verified owner) –
This is now my 30th box and quite happy with the slight off White color, Matte finish as well as the weight of the paper.
Narciso Weimann (verified owner) –
love my color prints on this paper!
Monroe Murphy (verified owner) –
Outstanding results with the 3880. This is truly matte so it works best with certain. Be sure to download the most recent profile.
Russ Morar (verified owner) –
For me Epson Hot Press Bright Matt Paper is an excellent paper, the colors that the paper brings out makes everything pop… I highly Recommend purchasing this paper.
Terrence Dibbert (verified owner) –
I have been using the Epson Hot Press Bright for my final prints on my Epson 3880 printer. Crisp detail and rich colors, especially the blacks.
Meggie O’Conner (verified owner) –
This is the best fine art matte paper anyone has yet produced. It works great with even older printers with the Ultrachrome Ink. Great results from my six year old Epson 4000.
Matilda Kuvalis (verified owner) –
Reproduces color beautifully.
Evalyn Thiel (verified owner) –
I’m an advanced amateur and do a medium volume of printing. Dozens but not hundreds of images hanging on other peoples’ walls, mainly 12×18 and 16×24. Epson 3880. After printing on semi-gloss media for years (Harman Baryta and Canson Baryta were favorites), I’ve recently switched to matte for framed work. I don’t adhere prints to the backboard, I mount to a front mat with archival corners, and the gloss papers show the paper’s undulations since the print is floating. It’s particularly distracting with larger images and with museum glass. I’ve tested probably 50 papers by printing color wheels, B&W scales, and a handful of challenging images on each paper: same images, same size, same printer. Epson Hot Press Bright is my current favorite. Particularly behind glass or acrylic, the blacks are as black, the colors as vibrant, and the details as sharp as the barytas. In fact, if there’s any glare from daylight or artificial light, the HPB is more vibrant because there are fewer distracting glares. It’s important to test your prints behind the glazing of your choice if that’s how they’ll be displayed. Mattes get better behind glass; glossies and semi-glossies get worse. Of the 4 Epsons, I prefer the smooth Hot Press to the stippled Cold Press, and the white Bright to the warmer, creamier Natural, but that’s just personal preference. Hahnemuhle PhotoRag Ultrasmooth is very comparable, but 50% more expensive.
Justine Adams (verified owner) –
Used it for my photo 2 class at university. Printed beautiful in black and white. Absorbed the ink like nothing iv seen before
Lillian Heidenreich (verified owner) –
This is a superb paper. It quickly has become my all time favorite.
Gideon Kautzer (verified owner) –
This is the paper i used for all gallery and editioned prints. Good gray scale range. I wish it was a little smoother but still the best I have found. Two negitives. Print surface is very easy to damage, especially fresh out the print, not wise to stack prints trying. I blow down sheets before I print but I have had issues with flecks coming off the paper with my 4900. Hard to explain and its rare but happens.
Marcelo Gleichner (verified owner) –
I use this on my 4900 to make 16X20 to 16X 25 prints. Great impactful results and prints. Only negative is that it recommends max quality print resolution, thus using a lot of ink. But net net I am happy and will continue to use the product.
Houston Heathcote (verified owner) –
Great paper for B&W and color. I’m using an Epson 4880 with matte black ink.
Velva Beatty (verified owner) –
Used with a Epson 7800 printer, this paper has great snap and color rendering for a matte paper. I was looking for a replacement for Somerset Velvet, and this is it. Good white paper color and a nice heavy weight to minimize curl. Unfortunately, Epson abandons owners of older printers, and doesn’t provide ICC profiles for this paper/printer combination. I used Ultrasmooth Fine Art profile and was satisfied with it.
Misael Funk (verified owner) –
Beautiful tooth, bright white, strong and sturdy paper for use with your best (archival) projects. It IS expensive, but is worth it for both black & white and color images.
Maggie Purdy (verified owner) –
Dynamic, lush and rich. My images have depth that you can only get with this matte paper! This is my goto! -Ososnell