CANSON Mi-Teintes Colored Paper Pad, 160 g/m², 24 x 32 cm, Earth, Set of 20 Sheets
The CANSON Mi-Teintes pad is a premium colored pastel and drawing paper with a high cotton content and a weight of 160 g/m², designed for artists, schools, and creative workshops. It stands out for its double-sided texture, one honeycomb side that holds multiple layers of pigment and one smooth side for precise drawing. Colored throughout and gelatin-sized, it offers exceptional mechanical strength and archival permanence according to ISO 9706.
Specifications and Features
- Brand: CANSON
- Product line: Mi-Teintes
- Color series: Earth
- Format: 24 x 32 cm
- Weight (g/m²): 160 g/m²
- Number of sheets: 20 sheets
- Binding: glued pad
- Material: paper with a high cotton content, gelatin-sized, acid-free
- Features: colored throughout, double-sided (honeycomb texture / fine grain), highly lightfast according to ISO 9706
Uses and Techniques
The paper is ideal for dry and oil pastels, charcoal, sanguine, chalk, pencils, and colored pencils. Its strength also makes it suitable for lighter wet media such as gouache and washed ink. We recommend spraying finished drawings with fixative and storing them flat.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the two sides of Mi-Teintes paper? The paper is double-sided. The honeycomb side holds more layers of pigment and makes it easier to blend pastels, while the smoother side is intended for detail and precise pencil drawing.
Is the paper suitable for water-based techniques? Thanks to its gelatin sizing and high mechanical strength, it can handle lighter wet techniques such as gouache or washed ink.
Will the edges of the paper stay colored after trimming? Yes, the paper is colored throughout, so the shade runs through its entire thickness.
