Hahnemühle FineArt Pearl 285 gsm is a cellulose-based FineArt inkjet paper with a coating tailored specifically for FineArt use. The bright white paper has a delicately textured surface and a smooth, silky feel — and combined with its premium inkjet coating, it produces an elegant finish with a subtle pearl-gloss effect.
Once printed, FineArt Pearl impresses with outstanding reproduction of color and detail, deep blacks, and striking contrast. Acid- and lignin-free and built to the most exacting age-resistance standards, it's ideal for printing high-quality black-and-white as well as color photographs.
- 285 gsm, 100% α-cellulose — bright white
- Pearl-gloss coating — an elegant, subtle satin sheen between matte and high-gloss
- Delicately textured surface — smooth, silky feel
- Outstanding results — deep blacks, striking contrast, faithful color and detail
- Acid- and lignin-free — ISO 9706 conform / museum quality for the highest age resistance
- Broadly compatible — works with pigment and dye inkjet systems
- 44" × 39' roll, 3" core — ICC profiles available from Hahnemühle
Applications: photographic and fine-art reproduction to the highest archival standards, digital art, black & white and color photography, limited-edition prints, presentation and exhibition prints, albums, greeting cards, and more.
Frequently asked questions
What is a pearl finish?
A pearl (or satin/luster) finish sits between matte and high-gloss. It has a subtle, elegant sheen that deepens blacks and boosts contrast like a gloss paper, but with far less glare and fingerprinting — a popular middle ground for photographic prints.
How does FineArt Pearl compare to a baryta paper?
Baryta papers (like Hahnemühle FineArt Baryta) are high-gloss with a barium-sulfate coating for maximum depth and a traditional analogue look. FineArt Pearl has a softer pearl-gloss sheen and a lighter 285 gsm weight — choose Pearl for a subtle satin finish with less glare, baryta for maximum gloss and black density.
Is it good for black-and-white photography?
Yes. Its deep blacks, striking contrast, and smooth sheen make it ideal for high-quality black-and-white prints as well as color photography.
What printers and inks is it compatible with?
FineArt Pearl works with both pigment and dye inkjet systems. ICC profiles for specific printers are available from Hahnemühle.
Technical Specifications
| Product | Hahnemühle FineArt Pearl | Roll Size / Core | 44" × 39'; 3" core |
| Weight | 285 gsm (EN ISO 536) | Thickness | 0.40 mm (EN ISO 534) |
| Material | 100% α-cellulose, bright white | Surface Finish | Pearl (satin-gloss) |
| Whiteness | 105.0% (D65 2° 460 nm) | Opacity | 99.0% (ISO 2471) |
| pH Value (total) | 7.9 (DIN 53124) | OBA Content | Moderate |
| Acid Free | Yes; calcium carbonate buffered | Water Resistance | Very high |
| Drying Behaviour | Instant | Archival | Acid- and lignin-free; ISO 9706 conform (museum quality) |
| Ink Compatibility | Pigment and dye inkjet systems | ICC Profiles | Available from Hahnemühle → |
Test conditions: 23°C / 50% R.H. All indicated data are typical average values.
Use & Storage
- Use and store ideally at 35–65% relative humidity and 10–30°C (50–86°F).
- Handle printed material with care — the surface is susceptible to abrasion.
- Store papers in archive-quality envelopes, folders, and boxes.
- Use only archive-grade tapes and glues for mounting and framing.
- All recommendations and product indications are for guidance and subject to Hahnemühle's test criteria, which may change without notice; consistency of results is not guaranteed.
