Ilford Multigrade Resin Coated Paper

Ilford Multigrade Resin Coated Paper is a high-quality black and white darkroom paper. This is a paper designed for printing in a traditional black and white darkroom.

Originally released in 1940, Ilford’s Multigrade paper has evolved over the years and become the go-to choice when it comes to resin coated paper. It’s perfect for beginners and professionals alike.

The pearl finish gives the paper a subtle pearlescent surface that helps your images look sharp and clear with some added depth. It also has a bright white base colour and will give a neutral image tone to your images.

The glossy finish gives the paper a smooth surface that will boost contrast and make black tones pop and whites shine. It also has a bright white base colour and will give a neutral image tone to your images.

The satin finish gives the paper a smooth surface without the shine of gloss or pearl but all the contrast. It also has a bright white base colour and will give a neutral image tone to your images.

Ilford Multigrade is a variable contrast paper, which means that it is possible to get the full range of contrast from your negatives. Simply use in conjunction with a multigrade enlarger and you can print from grade 00 through to 5. If used without any filters on your enlarger, it equates to approximately grade 2 or 3.

Ilford Multigrade Resin Coated Paper is available in a range of sizes from 5×7, to 8×10 and up to 20×24. We can also order it in even larger roll sizes if you need.

Pick Your Darkroom Paper

Not the paper for you? Why not have a look at the other darkroom papers we stock.

Ilford Multigrade Resin Coated Paper also comes in three surface finishes; Glossy, Pearl and Satin. Alternatively, we stock Ilford Multigrade FB Classic, and Ilford Multigrade Art 300.

Your choice of darkroom paper can have a big difference on your final prints. If you are unsure about which paper to pick, why not read our guide to the difference between Resin Coated and Fibre Based papers.