"Specially formulated paper that is chemically stable (less prone to deterioration) and physically durable (able to withstand frequent use). It is suitable for creating records of long-term or permanent value." (AAHA, p.108)
Archival watercolor paper is any pure 100% rag , cotton, or linen watercolor paper of neutral or slightly low ph, alkaline (base) vs. acidic, and pure ingredients. Some synthetic papers are archival in nature but have unique working properties. • Go to Watercolor Paper section.
A paper with long-standing qualities, acid free, lignin free, usually with good color retention.
A paper with long-lasting qualities, normally 100 years, acid free, lignin free, usually with good colour retention.
Acid-free paper made to resist disintegration and used for documents that must last.
A paper that can last normally 100 years. The paper is acid free, lignin free and has good color retention.
Archival paper is typically acid-free and has a quality lifetime of about 100 years or longer. This paper is used to keep critical records for many years.
Paper made in accordance with ISO 9706, containing an alkali reserve to provide characteristics of permanence.
These special papers are professional grade and always acid-free -- often made entirely of 100% cotton rag. Choose from Premium Archival Matte, Crescent Satin, Crescent Velvet, Crescent Cold Press Watercolor paper, both our Fredrix Canvas surfaces and our Hahnemuehle Photo Rag, when seeking archival quality print surfaces. For those seeking conservation quality papers, our 100% cotton rag surfaces are the perfect choice.
A term loosely used to indicate paper with long lasting qualities, is acid free, lignin free, usually with good colour retention.
Paper manufactured to provide the ultimate resistance against natural aging. The most important characteristics are: no groundwood or unbleached pulp, a minimum pH of 7.5, and additional alkaline reserve of 2%.
Papers used in fine art printmaking that are acid-free and specially made to last over time. These papers, which often have textured surfaces and extra heavy weight, are particularly conducive to accepting printmaking inks for contrast, color saturation and image longevity.
Acid-free, resists disintegration. Used for documents that must last.
Paper for permanent documents that does not discolour or become brittle with age
Paper that is free of acid and lignin. The paper may have neutral pH (6.5 to 7.5) or be buffered.
Paper that's alkaline and won't deteriorate over time. Archival papers must meet national standards for permanence: they must be acid-free and alkaline with a pH of 7.5 to 8.5; include 2% calcium carbonate as an alkaline reserve; and not contain any ground wood or unbleached wook fiber. The expected life of archival paper is more than 100 years.
Acid-free paper made to resist deterioration for documents that must last and meet special specifications.
Acid-free paper manufactured to last for centuries.
These are alkaline papers that will not deteriorate over time. National standards for permanence dictate that archival papers must be acid free and alkaline with a pH of 7.5 to 8.5, include 2% calcium carbonate as an alkaline reserve, and not contain groundwood or unbleached wood fiber.
