What is YUPO material?

“YUPO” is a synthetic paper made from polypropylene resin as its primary material. It offers extraordinary beauty, strength and flexibility.

Is YUPO paper environmentally friendly?

To start, Yupo is not regular paper, it is actually a synthetic paper. Synthetic paper is made of 100% recycled paper, making Yupo as environmentally friendly as Vintage Kraft.

Who makes YUPO paper?

Yupo Corporation America was founded in 1996 as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Yupo Corporation, headquartered in Japan. YUPO synthetic paper is manufactured in a 160,000 square foot, state-of-the-art facility located in Chesapeake, Virginia.

What is special about YUPO paper?

Yupo is a non-porous, acid free and pH neutral, synthetic paper which is machine made in the USA from 100% polypropylene. It is completely waterproof, stain-resistant and has become a unique and intriguing alternative to traditional art papers due to its strength and lifting properties.

What paper is best for alcohol ink?

The Best Alcohol Ink Paper for Drawings and Mixed-Media Works

  1. Yupo Paper Translucent Sheets. This product is a classic choice.
  2. Ranger Yupo Paper.
  3. Pixiss Alcohol Ink Paper.
  4. Nara Synthetic Paper.
  5. TerraSlate Paper.

Is YUPO archival?

YUPO is a totally inert material and therefore is completely archival.

Can YUPO be recycled?

YUPO is the 100% recyclable, waterproof, tree-free Synthetic Paper with attributes and properties that make it the perfect solution for a variety of marketing, design, packaging and labeling needs.

Is synthetic paper eco friendly?

Unlike PVC-vinyl and polystyrene substrates, synthetic papers do not use chlorine, stearates, heavy metals or any cancer-causing chemicals in its manufacturing process. Therefore, synthetic paper is considered more sustainable and environmentally friendly.

Is YUPO a polypropylene?

The primary raw materials of YUPO are synthetic resin “polypropylene *” and natural mineral “inorganic filler”.

Is YUPO waterproof?

YUPO Synthetic Paper is recyclable, waterproof and tree-free, with attributes and properties that make it the perfect solution for a variety of marketing, design, packaging and labeling needs.

What can I use instead of YUPO paper?

All you have to do is paint a layer of gel medium on top of regular or watercolor paper. The gel medium, once dried will make the paper water-resistant. To make an alternative to yupo paper, paint a layer of gel medium, using a soft brush so you don’t risk damaging the paper.

What is a substitute for Yupo paper?