Photo paper Foma Fomabrom 142 N Chamois 30.5×40.6 cm 10 sheets

Foma Fomabrom 142 N Chamois 30.5×40.6 cm is a silver bromide black-and-white photographic paper supplied as a pack of 10 sheets. Formulated for traditional darkroom printing, this paper produces prints with a warm chamois tonality and a smooth baryta-like surface suitable for studio work, fine art reproduction and archival applications. The sheet size 30.5×40.6 cm (12×16 in) fits common enlarger and contact printing formats and is compatible with standard black-and-white chemical processes.

Advantages

This photographic paper delivers stable silver bromide image quality with consistent tonal gradation and reliable darkroom handling. The chamois tonal character provides warm midtones and natural highlights that are often preferred for portraiture and artistic prints. The high-quality base and coating ensure good dimensional stability, even after processing and drying, and the sheets are suitable for both enlarger and contact printing without introducing excessive surface texture.

Suitable for

• Portrait and studio prints where warm tonality is desired
• Fine art black-and-white reproductions and limited edition prints
• Darkroom contact printing and enlargement
• Archival or exhibition prints requiring stable silver-based media
• Photographers using standard black-and-white chemical processes

Key specifications

• Format: sheet, 30.5 × 40.6 cm
• Chemistry: silver bromide black-and-white paper
• Tonal characteristic: warm chamois tone
• Surface: smooth, baryta-like coating suitable for high-quality detail
• Pack size: 10 sheets
• Processing: compatible with standard black-and-white developers, stop baths and fixers

How to use

Handle sheets with clean, lint-free gloves or tongs in a dust-free darkroom environment. Expose using an enlarger or contact frame to achieve desired density and tonal range. Process the paper in standard black-and-white chemistry following recommended times and temperatures for the chosen developer, stop bath and fixer; agitation should be consistent to ensure even development. After fixing, wash thoroughly to remove residual chemicals, then dry the prints flat or hung in a dust-free area to avoid surface marks.

Usage recommendations

For consistent warm chamois tones, test exposure and development on a single sheet before processing the full batch. Use moderate contrast-grade filters during enlargement to preserve midtone detail, and ensure thorough washing and toning if long-term archival stability is required.