Handmade decorative laid paper Protos, 140 g/m², size 25 x 35 cm, pack of 5 sheets. This czerpany paper features a pronounced laid (ribbed) texture produced by traditional hand-forming methods, offering a tactile surface suitable for a variety of artistic and stationery applications. The paper is acid-free and sized for stable use with writing instruments, drawing media and many printing techniques, and its weight provides a balance of flexibility and body for mounting and bookbinding.
Advantages
The laid finish provides a distinctive ribbed appearance and tactile feel that enhances the visual quality of invitations, certificates and art prints. At 140 g/m² the sheets are sturdy enough for handling and light mounting while remaining pliable for folding and bookbinding. Being acid-free, the paper resists yellowing and is suitable for archival or long-term projects that require paper stability. The handmade production gives subtle surface variations that contribute to an authentic, artisanal look.
Suitable for
- Wedding and event invitations
- Certificates and diplomas
- Scrapbooking and paper crafts
- Bookbinding and restoration accents
- Printmaking, embossing and relief printing
- Drawing, calligraphy and handwriting
Key specifications
- Material type: handmade laid (czerpany) paper
- Grammage: 140 g/m²
- Sheet dimensions: 25 x 35 cm
- Surface: pronounced ribbed/laid texture
- Finish: uncoated, natural fiber surface with subtle variation
- Packaging: pack of 5 sheets
- pH: acid-free (suitable for archival use)
How to use
Use these sheets for direct writing with fountain pens, dip pens, brush pens, and pencil; test ink compatibility first if using heavy ink loads or wet techniques. For printing, run a single sheet through manual or compatible digital printing methods after testing feed and ink absorption. When cutting, scoring or folding, use a sharp blade and appropriate ruler to maintain clean edges and reduce fiber tearing. For mounting or bookbinding, employ archival adhesives and allow sufficient drying time to avoid warping; when glazing or framing, use acid-free backing and UV-protective glazing to preserve the paper surface.
Usage recommendations
Store sheets flat in a dry, stable environment away from direct sunlight and high humidity. When combining with pigments, inks or wet media, perform a small trial to verify absorbency and color response. For best long-term results with important documents or artworks, use archival mounting and framing materials.
