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Fabriano Pittura: 400GSM Painting Paper

Price range: £2.52 through £28.76

  • Durable Material: Made from 100% alpha-cellulose, ensuring longevity and resistance to yellowing.
  • Heavyweight Paper: Offers a robust 400 gsm thickness for oil, tempera, and acrylic paints.
  • Versatile Sizes: Available in sheets and glued blocks ranging from 25×35 cm to 70×100 cm.
  • Eco-Friendly: FSC® certified and produced using hydro power for a reduced environmental impact.
  • Archival Quality: Complies with ISO 9706 Long Life standards for enduring artworks.

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EMJ Hoskinson
13:04 19 Aug 25
Perfect print making supplies with quick delivery
Brad Cheek
11:27 07 Aug 25
Very good quality battleship lino, delivered promptly and well packaged. Have now bought from them on 2 occasions, very good service.
Pat Marriage
10:12 04 Aug 25
My orders arrived promptly and safely. I was very pleased with the Caligo safe wash ink and Esdee lino that I bought.
ian morris
20:53 24 Jul 25
lovely products that are great quality and reasonably priced. Will definitely be using then again as my lino cutting progresses
W W
08:50 24 Jul 25
A pleasure doing business with them. Items wrapped to a high standard with a quick delivery. Will use again.
Harriet Thomas
19:25 23 Jul 25
Hickman Design is my go to for all my print making and art needs. They have such a great range of products and the prices are so good. My orders are dispatched and delivered fast and packaged well. I highly recommend using them.
Gray Finney
17:34 23 Jul 25
As a beginner to print making I wasn't sure what supplies to start out with, great selection and descriptions helping me choose, and great customer service. Will definitely be buying from here again!
Hilary Adams
13:11 23 Jul 25
I purchased a set of 5 Pfeil lino cutting tools (Colin Blanchard set) and Cranfield Caligo inks for my daughter. My order arrived very promptly and my daughter was delighted with the tools and inks. She says they are a pleasure to use and have enabled her to improve her technique create some lovely designs.
Amelia Hemmings Art
12:46 23 Jul 25
Excellent company, great products and quick delivery. Great linoprinting tools. Will be buying from Hickman Design again.
H Gregg
12:11 08 Apr 24
Excellent service - prompt dispatch and delivery. Goods arrived well packed in eco-friendly packaging. Rapid response to contact, highly recommended.
Mark Jacobs
10:46 22 Nov 23
great products with good pricing and excellent customer service
Joseph Bell
11:21 16 Sep 23
I've been wanting to have a go at screen printing for a while and this little starter kit was perfect. Good price and quick delivery - thank you.
Kathrina Wainstok
07:33 14 Sep 23
Bought some lino printing bits from here. Perfectly packaged, arrived undamaged, prompt and actually helped with some advice on some new techniques. The more specialist tools really made a difference to my work.
Jordan Lewis
14:01 13 Sep 23
Loved my lino printing kit, good quality quick delivery
Steve Bailey
14:01 13 Sep 23
Amazing lino printing ink ! Great customer service !
Martin Page
19:46 10 Jul 23
A great selection of products, quick delivery and high quality. Ordered some lino cutting blades and a set of watercolour paints. Will definitely be ordering again.
Phil
22:09 20 Jul 18
Awesome work, highly recommend!

Description

Fabriano Pittura Painting Paper: A Comprehensive Product Description

Discover the Fabriano Pittura Painting Paper, a premium choice for artists who demand excellence in their work. This high-quality painting paper is crafted using the Fourdrinier machine, known for producing consistently fine sheets. Designed specifically for use with oil and tempera, the Pittura Painting Paper offers an exceptional surface for various painting techniques, making it the ideal companion for both amateur and professional artists alike.

Key Features

  • Material Composition: Crafted from 100% alpha-cellulose, this paper ensures durability and long-lasting quality. The absence of lignin and the acid-free nature of the paper prevent deterioration and yellowing, guaranteeing inalterability over time.
  • Grammage: With a very high weight of 400 gsm, this paper provides a robust and sturdy surface that can withstand multiple layers of paint and heavy applications, reducing the risk of warping or buckling.
  • Format Options: Available in a range of sizes to suit different artistic needs:
    • Sheets: 50×70 cm, 70×100 cm
    • 4 sides glued blocks: 25×35 cm, 30×40 cm, 40×40 cm, 40×50 cm
  • Colour & Composition: The paper is pure white, offering a bright, clean background that enhances colour vibrancy and contrast in artworks.
  • Environmental Features: Committed to sustainability, Fabriano Pittura Paper is FSC® certified, ensuring the paper is sourced from responsibly managed forests. Additionally, it is produced using hydro power, contributing to a reduced environmental footprint.
  • Longevity: Complies with ISO 9706 Long Life standards, ensuring that artworks created on this paper will retain their quality over time, making it a reliable choice for archival purposes.

Technical Specifications

  • Grammage: 400 gsm
  • Composition: 100% Alpha-Cellulose
  • Acid-Free: Yes
  • Certifications: FSC®, ISO 9706 Long Life
  • Production Method: Fourdrinier
  • Environmental Feature: Hydro Power

Use Cases and Applications

The Fabriano Pittura Painting Paper is versatile and suitable for a wide range of artistic applications, including:

  • Oil Painting: The paper’s texture and strength are ideal for oil paints, allowing artists to experiment with various techniques, including impasto and layering.
  • Tempera Painting: Its smooth surface ensures that tempera paints spread evenly, providing artists with the perfect medium for creating detailed works.
  • Acrylic Painting: While primarily recommended for oil and tempera, the paper’s durability also accommodates acrylic paints, offering additional flexibility to artists.
  • Mixed Media: Artists working with mixed media will appreciate the paper’s robustness and capacity to handle multiple layers and materials without compromising on quality.

Target Audience

The Fabriano Pittura Painting Paper is designed for:

  • Professional Artists: Those who seek high-quality materials that will enhance their creative process and ensure the longevity of their works.
  • Art Students: Individuals in academic settings who require reliable and versatile paper for a variety of projects and assignments.
  • Art Enthusiasts and Hobbyists: Those who enjoy painting as a hobby and are looking for a premium paper that supports a range of techniques and styles.
  • Art Educators: Instructors who need durable and high-quality paper for teaching painting techniques and for use in workshops or classes.

Q&A Section

Q: Is Fabriano Pittura Painting Paper suitable for watercolour painting?

A: While it is primarily designed for oil and tempera, it can handle acrylics and some light watercolour washes. However, it may not perform as well as paper specifically designed for watercolours.

Q: How does the paper hold up with heavy paint applications?

A: Thanks to its 400 gsm weight, the Fabriano Pittura Painting Paper can withstand heavy paint applications without warping or buckling, making it perfect for impasto techniques.

Q: Is this paper eco-friendly?

A: Yes, the paper is FSC® certified and produced using hydro power, ensuring a sustainable and environmentally friendly choice for artists.

Additional information

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Size

BLOCK 400gsm – 25 x 30 cm, BLOCK 400gsm – 30 x 40 cm, BLOCK 400gsm – 40 x 50 cm, SHEET 400gsm – 50 x 70 cm

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