What paper for behind glass ( photo printing)

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Hello,

I intend to get one of my photos printed to put it behind glass in a frame so which paper type would you recommend for this situation ? Not sure if it make any difference but it is a colour photo !

Many thanks.
 
Are you getting it framing shop framed?

Either way IMO you should get/put the print in a mount & backing board to ensure the printed surface is not touching the glass/glazing.
 
Thanks to both of you , I was just getting the shot printed and then trying to find a frame to suit ?( In order to match other framed paintings we have it will have to be an unusual frame type) I had never thought about it touching the glass but since you mentioned it I can remember on smaller frames phots we have had in the past when you try to remove it you find it is stuck to the Glass so that was a good point Mr Box Brownie !
 
Why not print your own, part of the fun of taking photos is being able to make a hard copy. choosing paper type -picture size- orintation etc all part of printing
 
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Paper choice is very personal and subjective. However it's generally not recommended to use gloss if you are framing behind glass as the reflections from both the paper and glass can impair viewing. I'd suggest a semi gloss / pearl / lustre as a starting point

You can get a range of printed samples here which should give you a better idea for£3.50 https://www.photographyprinting.co.uk/how-to-order/sample-test-packs/
 
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viewfromthenorth said:
I normally print on a matt or semi-gloss like Baryta if I’m printing for going behind glass.
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Baryta will be for the more colourful and vibrant images

don't forget there is glass and there is quality frame glass with near zero reflections.
 
LongLensPhotography said:
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Baryta will be for the more colourful and vibrant images

don't forget there is glass and there is quality frame glass with near zero reflections.
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Indeed, the latter stuff is very expensive but well worth it as it’s almost invisible in the frame. I was blown away when I had a print framed with it recently, the framer showed me it with and without anti reflection stuff and it’s like night and day (and a very effective sales trick).
 
viewfromthenorth said:
Indeed, the latter stuff is very expensive but well worth it as it’s almost invisible in the frame. I was blown away when I had a print framed with it recently, the framer showed me it with and without anti reflection stuff and it’s like night and day (and a very effective sales trick).
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A cheaper alternative is no glass at all. It's not as crazy as it may sound, and many paintings in galleries have no glass.... Baryta can take it slightly better than many other types but obviously flies or whatever incident can destroy it pretty reliably
 
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