Watercolour paper Hahnemühle Britannia 30 x 40 cm 300 g/m² - pack of 12 sheets

Hahnemühle Britannia watercolour paper in 30 x 40 cm format offers a cold-pressed surface with a weight of 300 g/m², supplied as a pack of 12 sheets. The natural white sheet surface provides a balanced tooth that holds pigment and water evenly, suitable for washes, layered glazing and mixed-media techniques. The paper’s high absorbency and dimensional stability reduce cockling and allow extended working time for blending and lifting techniques, making it suitable for both study work and finished pieces.

Advantages

This 300 g/m² Britannia paper combines durability and controlled absorbency to support multiple wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry approaches. The cold-pressed grain preserves texture while enabling fine detail and smooth washes. A natural white tone ensures good colour rendition and tonal contrast, and the heavyweight construction minimizes distortion without the need for constant stretching. The pack of 12 sheets provides a practical supply for regular practice or series work.

Suitable for

• Watercolour painting with washes and glazes
• Mixed media combining watercolour with pencil or ink
• Studies, sketches and finished artworks
• Classroom use and artist practice sessions

Key specifications

• Sheet size: 30 x 40 cm
• Weight: 300 g/m²
• Surface: cold-pressed (NOT), textured grain
• Colour: natural white
• Quantity: 12 sheets per pack
• Suitable techniques: watercolour, washes, glazing, mixed media

How to use

Work on single sheets or secure the paper to a board for wet techniques to further reduce movement. Apply water and pigment gradually when using large washes to control the flow and avoid over-saturation. For lifting or reworking, allow appropriate drying time between layers; the paper supports gradual rewetting. Combine with graphite, ink or light acrylic accents where mixed-media effects are desired, testing adhesion on a spare sheet beforehand.

Usage recommendations

For best results, tape the edges to a flat board before starting heavy washes and allow sheets to dry flat. Use brushes appropriate to the chosen technique and avoid excessive scrubbing to preserve the tooth. Store unused sheets flat in a dry environment to maintain dimensional stability.