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Hahnemuhle · Smooth Matte

Hahnemühle Photo Rag 500

$619.00 CAD
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Hahnemuhle  |  SKU: HM3024025
Our take

Why we like it

The draw here is the weight. Photo Rag Heavyweight keeps the soft matte look of standard Photo Rag but feels much more substantial in the hand. It suits large prints where the paper's presence is part of the presentation; the 308 gsm version is the more flexible everyday choice.

500 gsm matte inkjet paper for substantial fine art prints.

Hahnemühle Photo Rag 500 combines a 100% cotton base with a white shade and a matte finish. Its lightly defined felt structure gives the finished print its surface character. The substantial 500 gsm sheet requires particular attention to printer thickness and feed-path limits.

Specifications at a glance

  • Weight: 500 gsm
  • Base: 100% cotton
  • Shade: white
  • Finish: matte
  • Texture: lightly defined felt structure
  • Thickness: 0.80 mm
  • Opacity: 100.0 %
  • Optical brighteners: very low
  • Acid-free: yes
  • Buffered: yes
  • Whiteness (D65 2°, 460 nm): 92.5%

Choosing this paper

Photo Rag 500 is a substantial cotton matte sheet. Its 500 gsm weight makes printer thickness limits and the correct loading path central to selection; a printer accepting another Photo Rag weight is not sufficient evidence.

Where it works well

  • substantial fine art prints
  • photographic presentations
  • art reproductions

Sizes, packs and ordering codes

Hahnemühle Photo Rag 500 — offered formats and ordering codes
Format Pack Ordering code
24"x30" 25 sheets HM3024025
35"x46.75" 25 sheets HM3035025

Choose the exact format when checking price and availability. A listed format does not establish immediate stock or pickup readiness.

Questions before you print

What distinguishes it from Photo Rag 308?

The 500 gsm version is a much heavier sheet; the 308 gsm paper is a separate product. Match the selected paper to the printer’s thickness and loading limits.

Is this a gloss paper?

No. It has a matte coating, a white cotton base and a lightly defined felt structure.

What should I check before ordering for my printer?

Check the selected format, 500 gsm weight, thickness and loading path against your exact printer. A suitable ink coating does not establish that every size or roll will feed in every model.

Profiles, media settings and handling

For Photo Rag 500, match the ICC profile to the exact printer, ink set and paper and follow the profile’s supplied driver media settings. A driver profile does not establish RIP support. Apply colour management once and make a small test print before a full run. Keep fingers away from the printable surface and protect prints from dust and abrasion.

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Get help choosing the format

Tell Tricera your printer model, the format you need and how the finished print will be displayed or bound. We can help you check the paper choice and loading requirements.

Ask Tricera about Photo Rag 500

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Our take
Our take
The draw here is the weight. Photo Rag Heavyweight keeps the soft matte look of standard Photo Rag but feels much more substantial in the hand. It suits large prints where the paper's presence is part of the presentation; the 308 gsm version is the more flexible everyday choice.
The industry gold standard for fine art. Its smooth, felt-like texture provides incredible depth and detail for both B&W and colour photography. It feels substantial and premium, making it the most versatile all-rounder for high-end gallery exhibitions.
A lighter-weight version of the iconic 308. It retains the same beautiful color gamut and smooth matte finish but is better suited for smaller prints, portfolio pages, or framing behind glass where a thick substrate isn't required.
Best For
Best For
Large fine art photographs, exhibition prints, substantial cotton-paper presentations
Iconic fine art prints with deep, velvety blacks.
Lightweight portfolio pages and smaller delicate art prints.
Paper Weight
Paper Weight
500 gsm
308 gsm
188 gsm
Paper Finish
Paper Finish
Smooth Matte
Matte
Matte
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