Application of "Sizing" to Watercolor Paper Explained

Sizing is a treatment applied to watercolor paper to alter its absorbency and texture, affecting how watercolor paint interacts with the surface and enhancing the paper's strength.
Wanderings uses only vegetable-based sizing.

Internal sizing involves adding a sizing agent to the paper pulp during the manufacturing process, whereas external sizing is applied after the paper has been formed by coating the surface.

Wanderings Watercolor papers are both internally and externally sized, resulting in a versatile and resilient paper capable of handling a broad range of watercolor techniques and applications.

Our Deckle Edge papers are externally sized and support a wide range of media, including watercolor, acrylic, pastel, charcoal, and ink for artwork. They are also home printer friendly.* Ideal for artwork, announcements, menus, crafts, and more.

*Home printer settings and tolerances vary.
Please test a sheet first using the manual feed tray,