Printing paper. which type?

[Snowyboy]

I have recently purchased a CD containing dollshouse wallper. Can anyone tell me if i can purchase a particular type/grade of paper for an inkjet printer to print this on? I have tried ordinary paper but as you will probably guess the ink runs when it is pasted. Photo paper is too shiny.
I would be most grateful if anyone can help.

[Jugglering]

I think you need a really good quality thickish type of paper (similar to expensive writing paper) to get a good effect. Normal printing paper is 80 gsm (grammes per square metre - an indication of its weight), so look for something like 120+ gsm. Also set your printer to *best quality*. You'd probably find the right sort of paper in a good quality stationery store (Staples might have it) or an arts & craft shop. Another option might be to go for *home made* paper - expensive compared to the normal A4 but it will have a lovely texture for your wallpaper.

[ChuckFickens]

word of caution.. check what the maximum weight of paper for you printer is before putting anything too heavy through it.

[Snowyboy]

Many thanks to both of you, by golly that was quick !! The heaviest paper i have tried is 90 gsm so I will try the 120 gsm next providing my printer [Epson DX3850] can handle it. Super service A+++++

[solera]

You can buyself adhesive paper A4 size just like labels
nice finish but make sure the ink is dry before application and dry hands.

[Snowyboy]

Thankyou Solera, this gives me another option to try if all else fails! Many thanks again.

[pug100]

One thing you could try is use pva glue or Pritt Stick type glue instead of wallpaper paste. As you have found the ink in inkjet type printers is water soluble unlike wallpaper dyes.

[Snowyboy]

Hi pug100. These are two more options I hadn't really thought of. I will certainly give them a go as either one of them could work quite well not having to use wallpaper paste.Thankyou for helping me out with my problem. Any more suggestions out there?