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Dry-down: why fibre prints darken on drying, and how to compensate

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Dry-down: why fibre prints darken on drying, and how to compensate

Fibre prints darken and flatten as they dry. How to measure the dry-down percentage and adjust exposure and contrast so the dry print matches the wet judgement.

Fibre-based versus resin-coated paper: structure, handling and longevity

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Fibre-based versus resin-coated paper: structure, handling and longevity

How the baryta-and-paper construction of fibre prints differs from the plastic-sealed RC base, and the consequences for washing, drying and archival life.