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Crane's Cover

Mohawk (formerly Crane)

Weight
243gsm
Surface
smooth
Fibre
100% cotton
Sizing
internal
Colour
natural white
Best processes
0
Rated excellent

Characteristics

Sizinginternal
Formats26x40in
Coating100% cotton cover stock; 243 gsm corresponds to the 90 lb cover grade. Forum reports of iron contamination in past production; survey calls Crane's platinum paper inconsistent.
NotesAvailability has become inconsistent. Check stock before planning a project around this paper.

Process suitability

ProcessRatingNotes
CyanotypeGoodSurvey: Cranes reported to work
Platinum PalladiumGoodSurvey: reported to work but "unfortunately inconsistent"
Van Dyke BrownGoodSurvey: Cranes listed as working
KallitypeGoodSurvey: Crane's Platinotype reported to work
Salt PrintingUntested
Gum BichromateUntested
Carbon TransferUntested

Physical specifications from manufacturer datasheets. Process suitability ratings based on published references and practitioner experience.

Where to buy

SupplierRegion
Bostick & SullivanUS