I printed on the backside because the wire side of the has a pattern which
is too regular. I ended up double-coating the paper a la my formula which
can be seen at www.worldphoto.com (though I now use less sensitizer than
is called for in that article). In comparison with my standard paper --
Arches Platine -- the Uno has a little less speed, has a little less
contrast, and prints a bit cooler in tone. Prints come out incredibly
smooth! If the tone, speed, and contrast suit your work then you should
definitely try this paper. Really, the smoothness is fantastic.
Unfortunately for me, I've sort of fine-tuned my work to the tone and
contrast of the Platine. :( The Platine is in my dog house now because
the latest batch of paper I got looked liked Breyer's Vanilla Ice Cream
with Real Vannila Bean Specks. I've never had a btach with so much black
crud in the paper. Some bits were remarkably large.
Anyway, for those who would like to try the Fabriano Uno here are the
particulars:
Fabriano Uno
100% acid free, four deckle edges and mould-made
Internally and externally sized
Bright white without optical brighteners
Available in 140 lb. and 300 lb. weights
Sheets are 22" x 30" and are available in Hot Press, Cold Press, Rough
and also Soft Press finishes. Soft Press is a new finish which is
halfway between Hot Press and Cold Press.
140 lb. sheets are $2.95
300 lb. sheets are $5.85
available from Stephen Kinsella, Inc. 800.445.8865
Enjoy!
David Fokos
p.s. I have no connection with Stephen Kinsella, Inc. I just happen to
get my paper there.