{"product_id":"fabriano-watercolor-pad-bright-white-1264-140-lb-300-gsm-cold-press-30-perforated-sheets","title":"Fabriano Watercolour Pad Bright White 1264 — 140 lb (300 gsm) Cold-Press, 30 Perforated Sheets","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFabriano 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.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the paper perform with heavy washes and repeated lifting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeavy 140 lb \/ 300 gsm stock minimizes cockling during heavy washes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCold-press tooth supports granulation and controlled blending\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDurable surface tolerates lifting and gentle scrubbing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich media work best on this Fabriano pad?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWatercolour and gouache for layered washes and glazing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAcrylic ink and pen-and-ink for sharp lines and detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePencil and coloured pencil for finishing accents and sketches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this pad archival and environmentally considerate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFabriano 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAcid-free stock for archival stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e100% virgin wood pulp for consistent fibre quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFSC certified and made using hydro-power energy sources\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many sheets come in a pad and what are practical sizing uses?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e30 perforated sheets for reuse or removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBright-white surface improves colour clarity and value checks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for both classroom assignments and professional sketches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is Fabriano 1264 paper suitable for heavy washes?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. At 140 lb (300 gsm) the paper resists warping and tolerates generous washes with careful drying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I use acrylic and pen on this pad?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The cold-press surface accepts acrylic ink and pen-and-ink as well as watercolour, gouache, and dry media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Fabriano","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55254601793873,"sku":"B092NG6VTZ","price":39.71,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/fabriano-1264-front-cover_f072dadf-614c-4ca6-aebd-0ae9e146b087.jpg?v=1791681663","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/fabriano-watercolor-pad-bright-white-1264-140-lb-300-gsm-cold-press-30-perforated-sheets","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}