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Patr100
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in Shop but don't drop
Since this is the consumables board How about a sticky section on the best deals around for photo printing paper (web or high street) - as well as good quality ordinary paper (high street) ?
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  • OVERTHEODDS
    OVERTHEODDS Posts: 128 Forumite
    £LAND is now selling 40 sheets of high gloss photo paper for £1 (4"x6")
  • Patr100
    Patr100 Posts: 2,778 Forumite
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    Yes there was an earlier thread relating to it . I got some a few weeks ago and it's rubbish. Blotchy patches and it isn't even waterproof .
  • Patr100
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    OVERTHEODDS
    Sorry to be a bit curt. in my reply Welcome to the board.

    It's just that there are a few deals out there which may look good but ideally if someone has actually used the paper they can let us know the quality.I assume most of the major brands Kodak , Epson are fine -it's the more obscure that might disappoint. Eg has anyone used Georgia Pacific Paper from Asda? Looks like a bargain at about 5.49 for 100 sheets of A4 but is it?

    Main requirements are quick drying, smudge free and if possible waterproof though that isn't essential. Weight not so important. I'm afraid the pound shop paper did not fulfil any of those requirements and had blotches as well..

    I have just got some Kodak 6 by 4 Everyday photo paper 40 sheets for 3.99 ie 10p each = ink - You can print on both sides = from my local Superdrug.

    First impression of one print - not bad - though doesn't appear to be waterproof unless it needs more drying time.. I can loosen the ink with a wet finger but otherwise acceptable. they also have 40 A4 sheets for £6.99.
  • OVERTHEODDS
    OVERTHEODDS Posts: 128 Forumite
    Thanks Patr100.
    Only bought 1 packet though. Hadn't tried it but will be returning it on my next visit to the shop. Will keep searching though.
  • free123_2
    free123_2 Posts: 9 Forumite
    Hi, There are some good bargains on ebay and a number of ebay shops which specialise in photo paper. I've bought some Epson Premium paper (100 sheets for under a tenner) which dries quickly and appears to be waterproof.

    try http://stores.ebay.co.uk/Squivvy

    There's also good prices on Canon paper.

    Let me know what you think
  • Patr100
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    Yes - some good deals there I am sure. I do like to have a cheap reliable source especially on the High st . Nice to be able to not have to wait for the post if possible. I have just taken the plunge and bought some Georgia Pacifuc matt photo paper from my local Asda - £5.49 for 100 sheets. Couldn't find any details of this particular range on their websiite but have printed a couple of test pages and am quite pleased with it so far. Dries quickly and can't smudge or take it off with a wet finger - It's only 120g/m2 but for around 5p an A4 sheet it's the best value I've found so far.
  • Patr100
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    Adsa now have this paper for HALF PRICE just £2.86 for 100 A4 sheets of matt - I got myself another 2 packs .

    it's very nice paper.

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  • jockey
    jockey Posts: 94 Forumite
    Inkrite® Seriously Dry Gloss 200g 6" x 4" Photo (100 Sheets)

    Inkrite 'Serious' Inkjet Printing Papers
    Gloss finish
    Instant Dry
    200gsm 6inch x 4inch size for direct photo printing
    100 sheets per pack

    £6.99 at https://www.northdevoncomputers.com/shop
    I have used this on a Canon IP4000 and Epson R300 and have to say the quality of the pics are excellent. It performs well on edge to edge printing and in my opinion is better on the Canon than Kodak paper.

    jockey
    Compatible ink cartridges from 87p each here
  • presterjohn
    presterjohn Posts: 36 Forumite
    Patr100 wrote:
    Adsa now have this paper for HALF PRICE just £2.86 for 100 A4 sheets of matt - I got myself another 2 packs .

    it's very nice paper.

    -

    Is this offer still on? I swear by this paper it is great stuff but my nearest ASDA is a 28 mile round trip. So I need to make it worth my while.
  • Patr100
    Patr100 Posts: 2,778 Forumite
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    presterjohn wrote:
    Is this offer still on? I swear by this paper it is great stuff but my nearest ASDA is a 28 mile round trip. So I need to make it worth my while.


    Not sure - You'd be better ringing your nearest one to check they've any in stock as well.
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