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product_id: 49416373
title: "Arches Block 140Lb Cold Press 12X16"
brand: "arches"
price: "KD 43.81"
currency: KWD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 11
category: "Arches"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/49416373-arches-block-140lb-cold-press-12x16
store_origin: KW
region: Kuwait
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# 12x16 inch ideal frame size 100% cotton cylinder mould made 140lb cold press professional grade Arches Block 140Lb Cold Press 12X16

**Brand:** arches
**Price:** KD 43.81
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎨 Elevate your masterpiece with Arches — where tradition meets timeless quality!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Arches Block 140Lb Cold Press 12X16 by arches
- **How much does it cost?** KD 43.81 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.kw](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/49416373-arches-block-140lb-cold-press-12x16)

## Best For

- arches enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted arches brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Perfectly Bound Block:** 20 sheets bound on all four sides for easy, clean removal and no warping.
- • **Museum-Grade Durability:** ISO 9706 certified for archival permanence—your art lasts a lifetime.
- • **Gelatin Sizing Technology:** Unique natural gelatin sizing resists scraping and enhances vibrant color brilliance.
- • **Premium Cotton Craftsmanship:** 100% cotton fibres ensure superior texture and stability for flawless washes.
- • **Optimal Size for Professionals:** 12x16 inch sheets fit standard frames and provide ample creative space.

## Overview

Arches Block 140Lb Cold Press 12X16 is a professional-grade watercolor paper block featuring 20 sheets of 100% cotton, cylinder mould-made paper. Its natural gelatin sizing enhances color vibrancy and durability, while the cold press texture offers ideal surface grip. Bound on all four sides, this 12x16 inch block maintains dimensional stability and archival permanence, making it the preferred choice for serious artists seeking premium quality and longevity.

## Description

Arches Aquarelle is a top quality 100% cotton watercolour paper. The use of traditional mould-made manufacturing techniques makes it harmonious with a grain close to handmade paper. Fibres are evenly distributed, making the paper more stable and restricting deformation. Thanks to its dimensional stability the paper the paper to retain its original size and shape when exposed to changes in moisture content. A unique gelatine stock-sizing technique is used on Arches watercolour paper enabling it to withstand scraping and show colours at their best. Arches watercolour paper is permanent, in compliance with the ISO 9706 standard, and is treated to resist mould. It is naturally white, containing no optical brightener additives. It thus offers an optimal longevity.

Review: Good quality paper - I am an artist and this product is good quality. Value for money perfekt size for my frames.
Review: Superb watercolour paper - The best quality watercolour paper I have ever used. It is expensive but well worth the extra cost. If you are a serious artist you will not get a better quality paper than this.

## Features

- Block of 20 sheets bound on all 4 sides
- Made with natural gelatin sizing
- 100% cotton - cylinder mould made
- Professional grade 140lb - cold press
- 12-x-16-inch block

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0007XDHGY |
| Best Sellers Rank | 541,147 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) 542 in Watercolour Paper |
| Brand | Arches |
| Colour | Natural white |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (512) |
| Date First Available | 17 Feb. 2011 |
| Item Weight | 1.09 kg |
| Manufacturer | Arches |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 200177170 |
| Material Type | Paper |
| Model Number | 200177170 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Paper Finish | Watercolour |
| Paper Weight | 120 |
| Product Dimensions | 41 x 31 x 1.4 cm; 1.09 kg |
| Sheet Size | 30 x 40 cm |
| Size | 31x41cm |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Arches
- **Colour:** Natural white
- **Material:** Paper
- **Paper finish:** Watercolour
- **Sheet size:** 30 x 40 cm

## Images

![Arches Block 140Lb Cold Press 12X16 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61EgBl75JfL.jpg)
![Arches Block 140Lb Cold Press 12X16 - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/719ll453TsL.jpg)
![Arches Block 140Lb Cold Press 12X16 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61HqSE9akUL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good quality paper
*by L***M on 27 May 2024*

I am an artist and this product is good quality. Value for money perfekt size for my frames.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Superb watercolour paper
*by M***G on 12 November 2022*

The best quality watercolour paper I have ever used. It is expensive but well worth the extra cost. If you are a serious artist you will not get a better quality paper than this.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great service
*by C***S on 2 April 2022*

Fast arrival and well packed. Great!

## Frequently Bought Together

- Arches 200177170 Watercolor Block Cold Press, 12X16-Inch, 20 Sheets
- Daniel Smith Extra Fine Watercolor 15ml Paint Tube, Ultramarine Blue (284600106), 0.5 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
- Arches Watercolor Paper Block, Cold Press, 9" x 12", 140 pound

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*Store origin: KW*
*Last updated: 2026-03-07*