Faqs - Print Fine Art Prints & Photos on Cotton Rag

1. What is the difference between fine art paper and standard paper ?

Standard paper is made using crushed wood pulp. This results in a product that is not archival due to the impurities in the pulp. Fine art paper is normally much thicker and is made from archival cotton rag. This results in a product that will last 75-100 years.

2. How long will it take to produce and dispatch my fine art prints ?

Your fine art print will take around 48 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) to create and dispatch. Shipping time will depend on your location. We require a signature on delivery and use Australia Post for our freight.

3. Can I print colour, sepia and B&W on fine art paper ?

Most certainly. Many fine art printers use the one printer to print both colour and B&W prints. We have invested in dedicated B&W printers to create stunning, completely neutral prints with incredibly dense blacks.

4. How long will my fine art prints last ?

Our fine art paper has Blue Wool certification. This means it has been independently tested by the UK Fine Art Guild who have deemed it is suitable for archival reproduction. Very few papers carry this level of assurance. When handled and stored correctly, you can expect your prints to last for 75-100 years without fading or degradation. Our fine art papers are acid and lignin free. They are 100% cotton rag.

5. How should I handle my fine art prints ?

Your prints are “fine art”. This means that they need to be handled accordingly. Treat them as though they were an original painting. This means they should be stored away from moisture and direct sunlight.

When handling, it is advisable to wear cotton cloves.

6. Is there a minimum order quantity?

No. You can or 1 print or 1000.

7. What sizes can I order ?

We can supply you with prints from A5 (20cm x 15cm) through to 154cm x 200cm. You can choose any size you would like (ie. We have no set sizes).

8. How can I be sure that the colour will be correct?

Your fine art prints are created by one of Australia’s leading fine art printers. We have created over 100,000 prints for artists, professional photographers, and retail customers. We operate fully colour calibrated monitors, and custom-made profiles specifically for our printer/paper combinations. In the unlikely event you are not 100% satisfied with the colour of your prints then you are covered by our extensive guarantee. See www.PrintFineArt.com.au/guarantee.html

9. What printers do you use to create my fine art prints ?

We own 7 high end, Canon fine art printers. These include dedicated Black and White Printers. Many of the printers used by alternative printers have only 3 tones of black ink that are used to create B&W prints. Our dedicated B&W printers have 6 channels, giving you completely neutral prints with incredibly dense blacks.

10. Do I need to pay for my print upfront ?

No, we are so confident in the quality of our printing, colour management and service that we will send you your fine art prints without any payment upfront. If you are 100% delighted with your prints then we ask that you pay within 7 days. We accept Visa Card, Mastercard, Cash, Money Orders, Cheques and Direct Deposit.