Clairefontaine - Pastelmat Pads

Pastelmat Pads

Layer vibrant pastels on velvety tooth that creates minimal dust

Cellulose fibers create Pastelmat's distinctive velvety tooth, firm enough to grab pigment aggressively but smooth enough for controlled detail work. This surface pulls pastel deep into its structure, producing vibrant color without the aggressive abrasion of sanded papers. You'll build multiple layers with precision, blending pigments exactly where you want them while maintaining clean edges elsewhere.

The practical benefits matter as much as the surface quality. Pastelmat generates minimal dust compared to sanded alternatives, eliminating the need for masks and dust-catching trays during normal work sessions. Pastel erases completely with melamine foam or compressed air when you need corrections. The non-abrasive texture consumes sticks roughly 30% slower than sanded papers while staying gentle on your hands during extended sessions.

Each pad contains twelve sheets with glassine interleaving to protect finished work. The acid-free surface holds pigment securely enough that fixatives become optional rather than necessary. Beyond traditional pastels, this surface handles charcoal, colored pencils, oil pastels, and even wet media including watercolor, acrylic, and gouache. Create alcohol-based underpaintings or solvent washes as foundation layers, the paper withstands moisture without buckling or compromising its tooth.

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white
9.5 in. x 12 in.
$70.00
19%
$56.01
white
12 in. x 15.5 in.
$113.50
20%
$90.80
charcoal grey
9.5 in. x 12 in.
$70.00
19%
$56.01
charcoal grey
12 in. x 15.5 in.
$113.50
20%
$90.80
sanguine red, sand, beige, dark grey
9.5 in. x 12 in.
$70.00
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$56.01
sanguine red, sand, beige, dark grey
12 in. x 15.5 in.
$113.50
20%
$90.80
SKU: 16821
color: White
size: 9.5 in. x 12 in.
$56.01each
SKU: 25060
color: White
size: 12 in. x 15.5 in.
$90.80each
SKU: 28039
color: Charcoal grey
size: 9.5 in. x 12 in.
$56.01each
SKU: 30571
color: Charcoal grey
size: 12 in. x 15.5 in.
$90.80each
SKU: 61922
color: Sanguine red, sand, beige, dark grey
size: 9.5 in. x 12 in.
$56.01each
SKU: 88587
color: Sanguine red, sand, beige, dark grey
size: 12 in. x 15.5 in.
$90.80each
Paper and Boards

Paper and Boards Purchase Guide

Paper and Board Types

Rough Paper Surfaces - Textured papers with pronounced tooth for creating interesting effects with dry media like charcoal and pastels.

Art and Illustration Paper - High-quality papers designed for specific mediums including watercolor paper, drawing paper, and mixed media paper.

Art Panels - Rigid painting surfaces including canvas panels, illustration boards, and specialty panels for various artistic applications.

Framing and Display Paper - Mat board, mounting board, and presentation papers for professional framing and display work.

Hobby and Decorative Paper - Decorative papers, cardstock, and specialty papers for crafts, scrapbooking, and decorative projects.

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