GALERIE Prestige Smooth Pearl paper features the very latest HDR (High Dynamic Range) optically clear nanoporous coating and coupled with recent advancements in nanoporous inkjet receiving layer design, makes this the reference media for producing images with superb clarity, high sharpness and excellent color gamut. The high-density heavyweight base and smooth pearl finish not only eliminate glare and fingerprints but with its natural photographic white tint, produce prints with the true look and feel of a photograph. For outstanding imaging performance, combined with the benefit of touch dry from the printer, this pearl surface media is the choice of professionals.

The GALERIE Prestige range of inkjet media combines state-of-the-art inkjet technology with more than a century of experience in the craft of photographic image making to provide a range of products that match the aspirations and needs of professional photographers the world over. The Prestige range encompasses the award winning and perennial photographer's favourite Gold Fibre Silk, alongside a diverse selection of ‘Smooth' products. The specialty coatings, which utilise the latest nanoporous technology, have been crafted by ILFORD specialists for discerning photographers wanting high precision and accuracy in a truly universal product, compatible with all high-end inkjet printers in the market. The GALERIE Prestige range outshines traditional photos in terms of sharpness, high colour gamut, image permanence, printer and ink compatibility, ease of handling, vivid colour reproduction as well as range and quality of finish to take inkjet photo printing to the next level.

Gold Fibre Silk
GALERIE Prestige Smooth Pearl paper features the very latest HDR (High Dynamic Range) optically clear nanoporous coating and coupled with recent advancements in nanoporous inkjet receiving layer design, makes this the reference media for producing images with superb clarity, high sharpness and excellent colour gamut.
The high-density heavyweight base and smooth pearl finish not only eliminate glare and fingerprints but with its natural photographic white tint, produce prints with the true look and feel of a photograph. For outstanding imaging performance, combined with the benefit of “touch dry” from the printer, this pearl surface media is the “choice of professionals”.
Smooth Pearl is compatible with all high quality dye and pigment based inkjet printers.

Key BenefitsNEW PRODUCT
Professional pearl finish
Instant dry nanoporous surface
Superb photographic image quality and consistency
Heavyweight look and feel of a traditional photograph
Excellent compatibility with all good quality pigment and dye based inkjet printers
Superb colour gamut with dye ink printers

Making memories last a lifetime

A number of elements can affect the life of an inkjet print. In addition to the type of ink and media used, factors including light, humidity, temperature, air pollutants, ozone levels and how and where the print is displayed, can all influence the permanence of a print. ILFORD media is manufactured using raw materials of the highest quality and purity that preserve the longevity of the image without contributing to colour degradation. In addition, rigorous internal and external tests are conducted to ensure the quality of the print is maintained. Before launching any new inkjet product, ILFORD tests the media with all major printer models and undertakes stringent scientific evaluation to measure the impact of light, ozone, humidity and sensitivity to temperature. It is not only the image's permanence that is important for a photographer but also the physical integrity of the print. Therefore, ILFORD also undertake a series of physical tests to measure scratch, brittleness and delamination. Professional photographers expect the very best and ILFORD goes that step further to ensure their internal testing processes are not only meticulous but exhaustive so that the standards they set are the benchmark for others to follow.

Wilhelm ImagingResearch

In addition to internal testing, GALERIE inkjet photo media has also received high print permanence ratings in access of 200 years from Wilhelm Imaging Research, Inc., the world's leading independent permanence testing laboratory. Results show that ILFORD GALERIE Gold Fibre Silk, Smooth Pearl and Smooth Gloss media achieved a very high level of overall print permanence and dark storage stability ratings. When printed with HP Vivera pigment inks, the papers were found to withstand fading and yellowing for more than 250 years in archival album or dark storage conditions, and are stable for more than 200 years when displayed under glass. The Smooth papers also demonstrated a “very high” resistance to high humidity. For more information on permanence and the Wilhelm test data, visit www.ilford.com

Specifications:

Weight 310gsm Surface Pearl Opacity 99% Caliper 310 micron (12mil) Tint (CIE L*a*b*) 95.1, 0.6, –4.6