Epson paper vs HP paper as to fading and general longevity

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Just bought an HP 8250 and discover I seem to prefer Epson
paper but I'm concerned about making archival prints which I
hope will last a long long time.

Any thoughts about quality and longevity of

Epson Ultra Premium Glossy photo paper
or
HP Premium Plus HP Photo Paper high gloss

TIA

Louise
 
louise said:
Just bought an HP 8250 and discover I seem to prefer Epson paper but I'm
concerned about making archival prints which I hope will last a long
long time.

Any thoughts about quality and longevity of

Epson Ultra Premium Glossy photo paper
or
HP Premium Plus HP Photo Paper high gloss

TIA

Louise
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I wouldn't expect Vivera inks and Epson (Ultra) Premium Gloss photo
paper to offer good longevity. Dye inks on "fast dry" type papers are
generally a poor combination - as the dye is susceptible to fading
(sometimes very rapidly) from ozone and other pollutants.
HP "Advanced" photo paper may be an exception to this - offering
fast-dry and reasonable archival properties - claimed by HP to be
similar to wet-process photo prints - but about half the expected life
of the same inks on the premium plus paper. Downside is that the
advanced paper feels cheap IMO.
 
frederick said:
I wouldn't expect Vivera inks and Epson (Ultra) Premium Gloss photo
paper to offer good longevity. Dye inks on "fast dry" type papers are
generally a poor combination - as the dye is susceptible to fading
(sometimes very rapidly) from ozone and other pollutants.
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It is getting better with the newer inks. I have not experience any
fading in 2 years. As for micropourous instant dry papers that may be
the case. That is why I chose Ilford Classic Pearl over Ilford Smooth
Pearl.
 
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