Lightfast Ratings From Wilhelm Imaging Research*
Print permanence results for Epson papers recommended for long display life
Years before noticeable fading and/or changes in color balance occur (updated Sep-20-2005)
MediaDisplayed Prints Framed Under Glass
6-Color Photo Dye InksDuraBriteTM InkUltraChromeTM InkArchivalTM Ink
EPSON
Stylus Photo
890/1280
EPSON
Stylus Photo
R200
R300/RX620
EPSON
Stylus Pro
7000/9000/
10000/10600
EPSON
Stylus C80/C82
C84/C86/CX4600
CX5400 etc.
EPSON
Stylus Photo
2200
EPSON
Stylus Photo
R2400
EPSON
Stylus Photo
R800/R1800
EPSON
Stylus Pro
4000/
7600/9600
EPSON
Stylus Pro
4800/
7800/9800
EPSON
Stylus Pro
7500/9500/
10000/10600
EPSON
Stylus Photo
2000P
EPSON PHOTO PAPERS
Premium Luster Photo Paper (Cut Sheet)  22   43 71 71 64 71 71   >100
Premium Luster Photo Paper (250 - roll)          71   71 71 >100  
Premium Semimatte Photo Paper (250)          67   67 67    
Premium Glossy Photo Paper (Cut Sheet)  23   40 56   104       >100
Premium Glossy Photo Paper (250 - Roll)        85 85   85 85 >100  
Premium Semigloss Photo Paper  22     54           >100
ColorLifeTM Photo Paper 27 36 27                
EPSON FINE ART PAPERS
Epson UltraSmooth       94 61 108   108 108    
Textured Fine Art Paper         82     82   >100  
Smooth Fine Art Paper         72     72   >100  
EPSON Velvet Fine Art Paper         61 61   61 61    
Somerset® Velvet for Epson Fine Art Paper        62 62   62 62 >100  
Watercolor Paper (Radiant White)         92 118 200   118 >100 >100
Epson Canvas               69   >100  
Premier WR Canvas         75 75   75 75    
EPSON GLOSSY PAPERS
Glossy Paper (Photo Weight)         50         >100  
DURABrite Glossy Photo Paper       55              
Photo Semigloss Paper                   >100  
Photo Glossy Paper   23               >100  
EPSON MATTE PAPERS
Enhanced Matte Paper 10   10 71 76 76 110 76 76 in progress in progress
Matte Paper Heavyweight 18 30 20 105     >150        
Double-Sided Matte Paper 15     105              
Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper   8   77              
PermierArt Scrapbook Paper       94   108   108 108    
EPSON PLAIN PAPERS
Premium Bright White Paper   5   74              
    * Lightfastness ratings are based on accelerated testing of prints on specialty media displayed indoors, under glass. Actual print stability will vary according to media, printed image, display conditions, light intensity and atmospheric conditions. Lightfastness ratings do not measure paper deterioration, such as yellowing. Epson does not guarantee the longevity of prints. For maximum print life display all prints under glass or lamination or properly store them. Ratings based on testing conducted by Epson and Wilhelm Imaging Research www.wilhelm-research.com
As with traditional photos, proper care will maximize display life. For indoor display, Epson recommends that prints be framed under glass or in a protective plastic sleeve to protect the prints from atmospheric contaminants like humidity, cigarette smoke, and high levels of ozone. And, as with all photographs, the prints should be kept out of direct sunlight. For proper storage, Epson recommends that your prints be stored in a photo album (or plastic photo storage box or museum storage box) in acid free, archival sleeves commonly available from most camera shops and other retailers. By taking these steps to protect prints from direct sunlight and contaminants, you can preserve your photos for many years.


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