Frequently Asked Questions

Q.Is it possible to write on handmade paper?

Yes, it is possible to write on most varieties except some silk and rough textured paper. A well size handmade paper does not blot while writing with fountain pen.

Q. Do the flower petals and grass inclusions fade over a period of time?

They do, but only after a period of about 2-3 years and this also depends on the quality of the paper.

Q. Is handmade paper long-lasting?

Handmade paper lasts much longer than mill made paper because of its inherent strength due to dispersed Cotton fibres.

Q. Is handmade paper available in smooth textures comparable to mill made papers?

Yes, handmade papers are available with smoothness comparable to mill made papers.

Q. Can handmade paper be used in office equipment/offset printing?

Only plain surface handmade paper are recomended for offset printing and for use in laser printers & photocopier.

Q. Is handmade paper acid free?

Handmade paper by process is acid free but few colours/embellishments and exposure to sun for drying or the sizing may make its pH slightly acidic.

Q. Is handmade paper enviornment friendly?

Yes it is, as most of our papers are made from recycling of cotton rags or the other made from regenerating plants bark. The manufacturing process for all our papers are nature based / pollution free and the final product fully bio-degradable or recyclable.