(This page published September 1, 2004)
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| waterleaf | This is paper that has no sizing, or very little. The paper is extremely absorbent. Blotting paper is often made of waterleaf. See also blotting paper. |
| watermark |
This is a design that has been sewn into the papermaking screen with wire. The paper formed over this very slightly raised surface is thinner. When the paper is held up to a light the design becomes apparent. The watermark was originally used to identify the type of paper and its maker. The papermakers of Fabriano claim it as their innovation. It is a subtle art that can be exquisite and sophisticated. Don't let it sneak past you, look for the watermark. It is usually found in only the better papers. The watermark below is on paper made by Arts and Crafts artisan Dard Hunter (1883–1966).
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| wood wulp | Paper pulp made from wood. Generally of an inferior quality to sulphite pulp, which is also made from wood. See also pulp, sulphite pulp. |
| wove | In papermaking this is the wire mesh covering for a mould. Very fine wires are arranged in an appearance similar to woven fabric. It results in no detectable pattern of itself in the surface of the paper. See also laid. |
| wove paper | This is paper which shows no laid lines. Such paper is smoother than laid and might be the paper of choice of those who use extra fine or italic nibs. See also laid lines, laid papers. |
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