--- product_id: 412263751 title: "OIL PAD 12X16 12SH(5)" brand: "arches" price: "€ 58.48" currency: EUR in_stock: true category: "Arches" url: https://www.desertcart.pt/products/412263751-oil-pad-12x16-12sh-5 store_origin: PT region: Portugal --- # 300 gsm heavyweight cotton paper Faster drying time for oil paints Semi-absorbent surface, no priming needed OIL PAD 12X16 12SH(5) **Brand:** arches **Price:** € 58.48 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎨 Elevate your oil painting game with heritage-grade paper that works as hard as you do! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** OIL PAD 12X16 12SH(5) by arches - **How much does it cost?** € 58.48 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pt](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/412263751-oil-pad-12x16-12sh-5) ## Best For - arches enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted arches brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Legacy of Excellence:** Crafted by Arches since 1492, trusted by pros worldwide - • **No-Prep Painting Power:** Semi-absorbent barrier lets you skip priming and gesso - • **Versatile Technique Ready:** Supports everything from thin washes to thick impasto with ease - • **Canvas-Quality Convenience:** Natural textured surface mimics stretched canvas without the hassle - • **Timeless Cotton Craftsmanship:** 100% long-fiber cotton for unmatched durability and texture ## Overview Arches Oil Pad 12x16 12SH(5) is a premium 300 gsm (140lb) 100% cotton oil painting paper designed for professional artists. Its semi-absorbent surface eliminates the need for priming, allowing oil paints to dry faster while preserving vibrant colors without oxidation or oily halos. The durable yet lightweight paper supports a wide range of oil painting techniques, from delicate washes to thick impasto, making it ideal for studio or plein air use. With a rich papermaking heritage dating back to 1492, Arches ensures exceptional quality and longevity for your finest artworks. ## Description Arches for Oil is a mould-made, 300 gsm paper (140lb), composed of 100% cotton fibres. The remarkably robust surface permits a full range of painting techniques, even including masking. It has a natural textured surface offering a quality very similar to a stretched canvas but with a better ease and convenience. Indeed, Arches for Oil does not require any preparatory work (there is no need to gesso, no need for any added sizing). It has a semi-absorbent surface allowing paint drying times to be slightly faster than on many other painting supports. The paper’s formulation, specifically designed for oil painting, allows no danger of oxidation of the paper fibres, and the pigment remains on the paper’s surface, without “sinking in” and without producing any oily “halos” surrounding the colour. ## Features - Prized Paper - The long fibers in Arches white 100% cotton oil paint paper provide timeless beauty and an inimitable touch; this rich paper is available in 9x12-inch and 12x16-inch bound painting pads - Superior Strength - A cylinder mold process distributes cotton fibers evenly to provide exceptional resistance to scratching and greasy ring formations; it allows for homogeneous, dimensional stability, optimum rendering and outstanding control - Exquisite Quality and Functionality - This prestigious 140lb oil painting paper is perfectly suited for thin washes of color and thick impasto techniques. Durable yet lightweight, great for working indoors or out, the traveling artist can use oils and oil pastels to achieve shadow and light effects in their work - Unique Sizing and Barrier - Arches oil paper boasts a semi-absorbent surface with high tolerance to added solvents. This barrier eliminates the need to prime your paper, and allows your oil paint to sit vibrantly on the surface with a faster drying time - Premium Art Papers Since 1492 - After five centuries, the Arches philosophy remains the same: to make the best papers and enable you to produce your finest works while guaranteeing they will last as long as our papermaking heritage ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B08BG5JXJ7 | | Best Sellers Rank | #69,651 in Toys ( See Top 100 in Toys ) #170 in Watercolor Paper | | Brand Name | Arches | | Color | White | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (125) | | Global Trade Identification Number | 03148950065797, 05060133851301 | | Item Dimensions L x W | 41L x 31W centimeters | | Item Weight | 102 Grams | | Manufacturer | Arches | | Material Type | Cotton | | Paper Finish | Medium Surface | | Paper Size | 31x41cm | | Paper Weight | 26 | | Recommended Uses For Product | Painting | | Sheet Count | 12 | | Unit Count | 12.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Arches - **Colour:** White - **Material:** Cotton - **Paper Dimensions:** A3 (31 x 41 cm) - **Paper finish:** Medium Surface ## Images ![OIL PAD 12X16 12SH(5) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61f9XSlaffL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Frequently Bought Together - Arches Oil Paper Pad 12x16-inch White 100% Cotton Oil Painting Paper - 12 Sheets of Arches 140lb Cold Pressed Oil Paint Paper - Painting Pad for Oil Painting and Oil Pastel Techniques - Strathmore Assorted Tints Gray Scale Paper Pad 9"X12"-15 Sheets -4400009 - Strathmore 300 Series Tracing Paper Pad, Tape Bound, 9x12 inches, 50 Sheets (25lb/41g) - Artist Paper for Adults and Students --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.pt/products/412263751-oil-pad-12x16-12sh-5](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/412263751-oil-pad-12x16-12sh-5) --- *Product available on Desertcart Portugal* *Store origin: PT* *Last updated: 2026-06-17*