CANSON drawing pad Acrylic C31067P008 — 400 g/m², 400×500 mm, 10 sheets, canvas texture, glued on short side

CANSON drawing pad Acrylic C31067P008 contains 10 sheets of heavyweight 400 g/m² paper sized 400×500 mm with a canvas (linen) texture and a short-side glue binding. The surface is designed for acrylics and mixed media, offering tooth that improves paint adhesion and supports layering techniques without the need for priming. The block format keeps sheets flat and secure during work and allows for easy removal of completed pieces.

Advantages

The 400 g/m² weight provides strong resistance to warping when applying wet media, while the canvas texture gives a subtle relief that enhances brushwork and impasto effects. Short-side glue binding holds sheets firmly in place during painting and permits controlled detachment. The paper is suitable for multiple layered applications and for work where structure and texture are important.

Suitable for

• Acrylic painting and mixed media techniques
• Impasto, textured brushwork and palette knife work
• Studies, sketches and finished artworks that benefit from a textured surface
• Classroom or studio use where durable heavyweight sheets are required

When it may not be suitable

This block is intended primarily for acrylics and mixed media; it may not be ideal for techniques that require extremely smooth paper, such as photorealistic graphite or detailed ink linework. Very large amounts of solvent-based media could affect the paper differently than water-based acrylics, so testing is advisable if you plan to use strong solvents.

Key specifications

• Paper weight: 400 g/m²
• Sheet size: 400 × 500 mm
• Sheet count: 10 sheets
• Surface texture: canvas (linen) grain
• Binding: glued on the short side

How to use

Work on the sheet while it remains in the block for stability; the glued short edge prevents shifting. For heavy paint application, allow painted layers to dry between passes to minimize surface dragging. To remove a sheet, gently lift along the glued edge to separate the sheet; if necessary, cut along the binding with a palette knife or razor for a cleaner edge. Store the block flat in a dry environment to preserve surface integrity.

What to consider before purchase

• Intended medium: optimized for acrylics and mixed media, not for ultra-smooth finishes
• Sheet count and size: 10 sheets at 400×500 mm—confirm this matches your project needs
• Texture: canvas grain will show in final works and affect fine detail
• Weight: 400 g/m² offers rigidity but increases bulk and shipping weight

Usage recommendations

For best results, use water-based acrylic paints with appropriate drying time between layers, employ palette knives or stiff brushes to enhance texture, and test unfamiliar media or solvents on a spare sheet before applying to a finished piece.