Raw Xuan Paper Professional

Raw Xuan Paper Professional: What It Is and Who It Serves

Raw Xuan Paper Professional (SKU GMO-XP-001) is an unprocessed — or "raw" — Xuan paper made from natural bark fiber (qingpi) through traditional sheet formation. It is produced for professional calligraphers, painting studios, art supply distributors, and institutional buyers who need paper with a predictable ink response, consistent sheet thickness, and documented aging stability. The standard sheet measures 69 cm × 138 cm, the format most widely used for full-size calligraphy and landscape painting, and every batch is tested for ink bleed rate, thickness consistency, and aging stability before it leaves our facility.

If you are sourcing Xuan paper for resale or for a structured program — a school curriculum, a studio's teaching materials, a museum shop collection, or a corporate gift package — this page summarizes what is confirmed about this product, how each batch is tested, what can be customized, and what you should confirm with us before placing a bulk order.

The Sourcing Problems This Product Is Built to Solve

Problem 1: uneven thickness across a batch. Paper that varies in thickness behaves inconsistently: the same stroke loads differently on different sheets, and completed work can dry unevenly. We control sheet formation during production and verify thickness consistency per batch, so a distributor can describe one performance standard to its customers with confidence.

Problem 2: unpredictable ink bleed. On raw paper, the ink response is the entire point — but "raw" should still be predictable. Each batch goes through a controlled ink application test in which we measure the bleed radius and document the result. Those bleed test records travel with the shipment, so you know how the batch actually performed before your artists, teachers, or customers use it.

Problem 3: archival claims without documentation. Many suppliers describe paper as "archival" with nothing behind the word. This paper is archival grade with aging stability testing documented for 100+ years, and paper grade certificates are included with every shipment. Institutional buyers can file these records directly into their procurement documentation.

Specifications

Raw or Treated? Choosing Between Our Two Xuan Paper Lines

This product is the raw, unprocessed line. Our catalog also includes Treated Xuan Paper for Gongbi (SKU GMO-XP-002), which carries a controlled sizing (fanji) layer that limits ink penetration for fine-brush detail work. The practical difference is straightforward: raw paper absorbs ink readily and lets it diffuse through the fiber, which is the behavior behind expressive, layered brushwork; sized paper holds ink nearer the surface so fine lines stay crisp, which is what gongbi painters depend on. Neither line is "better" — they answer different working methods, and many programs stock both side by side so students and artists can move between them as their technique develops.

Both lines share the same custom-size window, so a distributor building a coordinated paper range can order matching dimensions across raw and treated stock.

How Each Batch Is Tested

• Ink bleed test: a controlled ink application is made on each batch and the bleed radius is measured and recorded, giving you a documented reference for the batch's absorption behavior.
• Thickness check: sheets are checked for thickness consistency so the whole order performs as one grade, not a mix of weights.
• Aging stability test: the paper is tested for long-term stability, supporting its archival grade classification with documentation for 100+ years.
• Shipment documentation: paper grade certificates and bleed test records are included with every shipment, so quality claims can be verified on paper, not just in conversation.

Customization and OEM Support

Beyond the 69 × 138 cm standard, we produce custom sheet sizes from 50 cm × 100 cm up to 97 cm × 180 cm. Custom packaging is also available, which is useful for distributors who need private-label wrapping or program-specific packing. If you plan a custom size, we recommend approving a production sample first: the agreed lead time of 30–45 days starts after sample approval, and a confirmed sample protects both sides on dimensions, weight, and bleed behavior before mass production begins.

Company Backing

Gu Mo Craft Technology (古墨工艺品) has produced Xuan paper since 2011 and operates a dedicated paper-making facility with an on-site quality testing station. Monthly capacity supports 20,000+ sheets, which allows us to serve professional calligraphers, painting studios, and art supply distributors across Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia with consistent supply and full export documentation. Production, quality testing, and export handling are managed within the same operation, so the certificates that arrive with your shipment trace back to the same batches that were tested on our floor.

Delivery Reference: A Recent Custom-Size Order

A professional calligraphy studio in Japan ordered 5,000 sheets of raw Xuan paper with custom dimensions for its calligraphy program. We delivered bleed-tested samples within 12 days, completed production in 35 days, and shipped with paper grade certificates. The studio reported consistent ink performance across the order and has since placed a follow-up order for the following season.

Where Buyers Have Seen This Paper

Raw Xuan Paper Professional has been featured at the China Cultural Heritage Expo and the Tokyo International Stationery Fair. Our booth displayed ink bleed comparison tests and paper grade documentation, which gave visiting calligraphers and distributors a direct way to evaluate absorption behavior and verification records before discussing order terms.

Before You Order: Points to Confirm

The minimum order is 200 sheets, and lead time is 30–45 days after sample approval, with FOB, CIF, or DDP trade terms quoted per inquiry. When you contact us, it helps to have ready: your target sheet size (standard or custom), the quantity you need, your destination port and preferred trade term, and any documentation or packaging requirements. With those details we can prepare an accurate quotation and a sample plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can you produce custom sheet sizes?
A: Yes. We produce custom sizes from 50 cm × 100 cm to 97 cm × 180 cm based on your requirements.

Q: How do you test ink bleed?
A: Each batch undergoes a controlled ink application test in which we measure the bleed radius and document the result; the records ship with your order.

Q: Is the paper archival quality?
A: Yes. The paper is archival grade with aging stability tested and documented for 100+ years.

Q: What documents accompany a shipment?
A: Paper grade certificates and bleed test records are provided with every shipment.

Q: What is the MOQ and lead time?
A: MOQ is 200 sheets; lead time is 30–45 days after sample approval.

Q: Which trade terms do you support?
A: FOB, CIF, or DDP, quoted according to your destination and order size.