Fabriano Watercolour Pad Bright White 1264 — 140 lb (300 gsm) Cold-Press, 30 Perforated Sheets

Fabriano 1264 Watercolour Pad Bright White is a 140 lb (300 gsm) cold-press pad with bright-white, textured sheets designed for all wet and dry painting techniques.

This pad pairs heavyweight, archival-quality paper with a moderate cold-press texture so pigments bloom and lift predictably. Made from 100% virgin wood pulp and produced under FSC certification using hydro-power, each pad contains 30 sheets of bright-white paper that handle watercolour, gouache, acrylic ink, and dry media without early buckling or rapid deterioration.

How does the paper perform with heavy washes and repeated lifting?

The 300 gsm weight resists warping under generous wet applications and scrubbing; you can lift pigment repeatedly without tearing the surface when you allow proper drying and use gentle tools. The cold-press texture keeps edges of blended washes natural while still accepting detail work.

• Heavy 140 lb / 300 gsm stock minimizes cockling during heavy washes
• Cold-press tooth supports granulation and controlled blending
• Durable surface tolerates lifting and gentle scrubbing

Which media work best on this Fabriano pad?

This paper is formulated for mixed wet and dry techniques used by students and professionals. It takes watercolour and gouache beautifully, accepts acrylic ink and pen-and-ink line work, and also performs well with pencil and coloured pencil overlays.

• Watercolour and gouache for layered washes and glazing
• Acrylic ink and pen-and-ink for sharp lines and detail
• Pencil and coloured pencil for finishing accents and sketches

What makes this pad archival and environmentally considerate?

Fabriano 1264 is acid-free and produced from 100% virgin wood pulp to ensure longevity and colour fidelity. The pad carries FSC certification and is manufactured using hydro-power, reflecting reduced environmental impact in production.

• Acid-free stock for archival stability
• 100% virgin wood pulp for consistent fibre quality
• FSC certified and made using hydro-power energy sources

How many sheets come in a pad and what are practical sizing uses?

Each pad contains 30 perforated sheets, offering plenty of practice space for studies, finished pieces, and experiments. Bright-white colouring enhances colour contrast and makes it easier to judge value and hue during mixing.

• 30 perforated sheets for reuse or removal
• Bright-white surface improves colour clarity and value checks
• Suitable for both classroom assignments and professional sketches

Who is this for: The Fabriano 1264 Watercolour Pad Bright White suits art students, hobbyists, and professional artists seeking a reliable cold-press surface for wet techniques and mixed-media work. If you want heavyweight, archival-quality sheets that accept washes, inks, and dry media while supporting lifting and reworking, this pad provides consistent performance for studies, practice pieces, and finished artwork.