Arches Cold Press 22x30 Watercolor Sheets – 100% Cotton

Arches Cold Press Watercolor Sheets – Mold-Made, 100% Cotton

Trusted by professional watercolorists around the world, Arches Cold Press Watercolor Sheets combine centuries of craftsmanship with superior performance. Made on a traditional cylinder mould using 100% long cotton fibers, these sheets deliver unmatched strength, resilience, and a beautifully tactile surface.

Each sheet is gelatin-sized to the core, a process exclusive to Arches®, allowing for exceptional control with wet media, resistance to scrubbing and lifting, and brilliant color luminosity. The cold press surface offers subtle texture that balances detail with absorbency — perfect for layering transparent washes or building vibrant compositions.

Key Features:

• 100% long cotton fiber for strength, longevity, and natural whiteness

• Cylinder mould-made for uniform fiber distribution and a handcrafted feel

• Core-sized with natural gelatin for superior surface strength and color clarity

• Acid-free, no optical brighteners, with alkaline reserve for preservation

• Deckle edges for authenticity and framing prestige

• Cold press texture is ideal for washes, fine detail, and controlled absorbency

• Treated to resist mold formation

Recommended For:

• Watercolor

• Gouache

• Acrylic

• Ink

• Wet-on-wet and drybrush techniques

• Lifting and reworking areas without damaging the paper

Available Formats:

• Sheets (Natural White or Bright White)

• Rolls

• Pads (glued on one side)

• Blocks (glued on 4 sides)

Sizes & Weights:

• Multiple weights available, including extra-heavy 850gsm for large format wet techniques

• Common sheet size: 22" × 30" (ask for other available sizes or packs)