Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (16 x 20", Glossy, 50 Sheets)
This is a 50 sheet box of Multigrade IV FB Fiber Based Paper from Ilford. It is a premium quality variable contrast black and white paper on a double weight 255g/m2 with a bright white fiber base. It can be used for a wide variety of purposes from general printing to exhibition prints. Multigrade IV FB Fiber Based paper is fully compatible with all multigrade printing filters. It is equally suitable for printing from conventional negatives and from XP2 Super negatives.
- Fully compatible with all existing multigrade filters and equipment
- The speed of Multigrade IV FB Fiber depends on the filtration used during exposure. Multigrade IV FB Fiber unfiltered, has a paper speed of ISO P500
- Multigrade IV FB Fiber responds in the same way as other fiber base papers to the usual techniques of toning, chemical reduction and retouching
- Can be mounted using the standard techniques for fiber base papers
| Process Type | Black & white chemicals |
| Base Type | Fiber |
| Tone | Bright white base, with rich blacks |
| Weight | Double weight, 255g/m2 |
| Contrast | Variable grade |
| Surface Finish | Glossy |
| Safelight Compatibility |
15W bulbs should be used. A Kodak OC or a Ilford S902 Safelight filter are recommended |
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- Consistent reactions (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Enlarging (10)
- Printing (10)
- Photography (6)
- Developing (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (4), Pro photographer (4), Semi-pro photographer (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (8)
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Pros
- Durable
- Professional Finish/Quality
- Sharp Tones & Colors
- Vivid Images
Cons
Best Uses
- Black & White Photos
Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (16 x 20", Glossy, 50 Sheets):
This was my first time buying and using fiber based paper, and I'm very pleased. My prints look beautiful!
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Durable
- Professional Finish/Quality
- Sharp Tones & Colors
- Vivid Images
Cons
Best Uses
- Black & White Photos
- Portraits
Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (16 x 20", Glossy, 50 Sheets):
Good quality image
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Consistent Reactions
Cons
- It wrinkles easily
Best Uses
- Developing
- Enlarging
- Photography
- Printing
Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (16 x 20", Glossy, 50 Sheets):
I really liked using this paper has a truly impressive finish recommended.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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Best Uses
Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (16 x 20", Glossy, 50 Sheets):
O used it for a large format project in my advanced class , ilford has amazing paper products
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Reactions
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Developing
- Enlarging
- Photography
- Printing
Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (16 x 20", Glossy, 50 Sheets):
I've been working in the darkroom for a project and this paper has really made a world of difference with my images. I've never used glossy fiber before but Im very happy that I did buy this product.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Enlarging
- Photography
- Printing
Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (16 x 20", Glossy, 50 Sheets):
i use this product for large format photography.
it's extremely expensive, but produces beautiful tones
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Enlarging
Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (16 x 20", Glossy, 50 Sheets):
Good cold tone, clean highlights and thick base are features. Problems are resists bleaching and selenium toning. Other papers have slight warm tone cast, Ilford MG has coolest tone of all. Stiffest base around.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Reactions
Cons
Best Uses
- Enlarging
- Photography
- Printing
Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (16 x 20", Glossy, 50 Sheets):
Ilford makes wonderful papers for printing in the darkroom from RC to FB, Warmtone to Neutral. This multigrade FB paper renders wonderful tones and looks great in a frame or mounted on sintra or gatorboard. I've recently been using it to build some sculptures, and have found it very enjoyable to work with. If you like a warmer look, (good for landscapes and some portraits), I would try the warmtone version of this paper, but pay attention to your developer, because the warmtone paper will react differently with different brands of developers.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Enlarging
- Printing
Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (16 x 20", Glossy, 50 Sheets):
While other photo paper manufacturers are pulling their silver-gelatin papers off the market, Ilford continues to make one of the best, silver-rich variable contrast papers around. I've used their Multigrade IV black-and-white papers for almost 20 years and will continue to rely on it in the darkroom as long as they make it. It's consistent from one box to the next and the slightly warm blacks with a pure white base provide a wide tonal range for rich prints. It tones well with selenium, sepia or brown toners.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Enlarging
- Printing
Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (16 x 20", Glossy, 50 Sheets):
It's exactly what it should be, a good multigrade paper.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Reactions
Cons
Best Uses
- Enlarging
- Printing
Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (16 x 20", Glossy, 50 Sheets):
Good paper, blacks are a nice black with the glossy paper, prints well.
Pros
- Great Contrast
- Great Tonal Range
- Hardens well when dried
Cons
Best Uses
- Art Photography
- Experimental Photography
- Pinhole Photography
- Printing
Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (16 x 20", Glossy, 50 Sheets):
For the past ten years of working with black and white this is my favorite paper to work with. Easy to handle when taken out of box, because of the size you would need some space for it. As with other fiber-based paper, when it's going through the wet-process, it is more flimsy than RC paper, so you would have to handle it differently/carefully than with RC. This paper exhausts chemicals faster, so it's good to check on them right-before or after 10 sheets. When dried, it hardens and curls a little bit, air-dried is best (no heat, it curls the paper more). The blacks and whites are very sharp, and the glossy surface (when dried) helps the blacks stand out even more.
Pros
- Does not overtone
- Good tonal range
- Very little dry down
Cons
- Blacks not sufficient
- Delicate surface
Best Uses
- Enlarging
- Photography
- Printing
Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (16 x 20", Glossy, 50 Sheets):
When Kodak Polymax was discontinued, I switched to Ilford IV paper and am enjoying this almost as much as Polymax. In particular I like the fact that the dry down is in the order of only 4%. I think that the D-Max could be higher but I am learning how to adjust my exposures to compensate for this. I find the surface rather delicate and if I am not careful, the surface will separate at the site where my pinch turns the paper. I now do more rocking and less turning and this is now no longer a problem. Overall it is an excellent paper and I am happy to continue using it.
Pros
- Exactly as advertised
Cons
Best Uses
- Developing
- Enlarging
- Photography
- Printing
Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (16 x 20", Glossy, 50 Sheets):
I used this for my medium format college course final and it was wonderful. A great large black and white printing paper. Perfect.
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