Watercolor Pad, Cold Press, 9X12 in, 300 gsm (140 lb), 12 Sheets

Create beautiful watercolor artwork with the Winsor & Newton Watercolor Pad, Cold Press, 9x12 in, 300 gsm (140 lb), designed for artists, hobbyists, and students seeking reliable performance and dependable surface quality. Each sheet is made from a 25% cotton and 75% cellulose blend, giving the paper the softness and absorbency of cotton while maintaining the strength and stability of high-quality cellulose fibers. This balanced composition provides even pigment flow, controlled absorbency, and consistent working properties across washes, glazing, and fine detail. The cold-pressed texture offers a lightly grained surface ideal for expressive washes and precise linework. With its heavyweight 300 gsm (140 lb) construction, the paper resists buckling during wet-on-wet applications and supports multiple layers without warping. The pad contains 12 acid-free sheets, ensuring long-term color stability and archival integrity. Top-glued binding allows for clean sheet removal while keeping the pad steady during painting. Suitable for watercolor, gouache, ink, and mixed media, this 9x12 pad is an excellent choice for classrooms, sketchbooks, studio exercises, and finished small works.

Key Features :

i : 25% cotton / 75% cellulose blend: Balances absorbency, resilience, and smooth pigment handling.ii : Cold-pressed texture: Offers a balanced surface with gentle tooth for washes, glazing, layering, and fine details.iii : Heavyweight 300 gsm (140 lb): Minimizes buckling and warping during wet techniques and repeated washes.iv : Glued Pad Format: Keeps sheets securely in place while painting and allows for easy, clean removal when finished.v : Versatile 9x12 in format: Ideal for studies, sketches, classroom use, and final watercolor compositions.vi : Made by Winsor & Newton: A trusted brand known for premium artist materials.