Question 1

Does the gel press plate  print as good as the gelli plate? it is cheaper than most. i wanted the 8 inch.

Accepted Answer

I have been gel printing on both plates for 6 years. In my personal experience, Gelli Arts stands the test of time vs. Gel Press. The squish factor on the Gelli Arts is better than Gel Press - in my personal opinion. My Gel Press plates after a while don't release as cleanly and easily as the Gelli Arts plates. Causing me to actually need to replace them which is more expensive than the price difference. Also, if I can offer some correction to the NCF reply of 4/5/18 - Gelli ARTS is MADE in the USA, it's Gel Press that is made in Taiwan. I am not affiliated with either company, just a heavy user and after thousands of prints, and teaching printing on youtube and in person/online classes, it's just what I've noticed between the two. Both are great products, and will get the job done. I use both, but I prefer Gelli Arts. Hope this helps someone! :)

Question 2

Any suggestions of what kind of (archival if possible) papers to use with this that aren't too thick so transfer/rubbing not to difficult? Thanks!

Accepted Answer

Strathmore has printmaking pads. Try their 5" x 7"  pad and see how that works. They also have Bristol and mixed media paper which is a little heavier not made for transfer/rubbing but great to pull a print off a Gelli plate.Also Ranger makes a paper you can use for transfers. You tube has many videos on transfer/rubbing. Type in YouTube search box Archival paper for transfer and rubbing. You will be surprised at what you find.

Question 3

What is this used for? ( please provide details, thank you)

Accepted Answer

If you do you tube just type in gel press.  It’ll provide you with answers.

Question 4

For transferring inages onto canvas?

Accepted Answer

No, this is not used for transferring images onto canvas. It is used for pulling gel press prints.

ASIN	B01F26ZR0E
Additional Features	Super sensitive surface to capture more texture and details, Durable and Reusable, Easy to clean
Age Range (Description)	Adult
Age Range Description	Adult
Art Craft Kit Type	Printmaking
Best Sellers Rank	#1,421 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ( See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ) #1 in Printing Presses & Accessories
Brand	Gel Press
Brand Name	Gel Press
Color	Clear
Customer Reviews	4.8 out of 5 stars 11,421 Reviews
Global Trade Identification Number	00811100016934
Included Components	Arts, Crafts and Sewing;Printmaking and Etching;embossing-tools
Item Dimensions	1.57 x 1.57 inches
Item Type Name	Gel Circle 4"
Item Weight	3.2 ounces
Item dimensions L x W x H	1.57 x 1.57 inches
Manufacturer	Gel Press
Manufacturer Part Number	10806-4
Material	Gel
Material Type	Gel
Model Name	10806-4
Model Number	10806-4
Number of Pieces	1
Paint Type	Acrylic
Product Style	Funny
Seasons	Festive
Set Name	Single 4" Round Gel Printing Plate
Size	4" Round
Subject Character	abstrakt
Theme	Festive
UPC	811100016934
Unit Count	1.0 Count

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