HP DesignJet printers cover most of the aqueous, water based printing done for technical, business and photographic work. Because they're built around water based inks, they need media with a coating designed to absorb that ink properly. Here's what to reach for, by application.
Best media by application
CAD, GIS and technical drawings
For high-volume technical printing on a budget, where clean lines and reliable feed matter more than colour vibrancy, bond paper is the standard choice.
Good place to start: Bond & Coated Papers collection or HP Universal Bond Paper.
Presentations and posters
When a technical or business document needs to look sharper than plain bond, a heavyweight or coated paper gives you a smoother finish and better contrast.
Good place to start: Bond & Coated Papers collection or HP Heavyweight Coated Paper.
Photographic prints
For anything image heavy, choose an instant-dry photo paper in a satin or gloss finish for strong colour and fast handling.
Good place to start: Photographic Papers collection or HP Everyday Instant-dry Satin Photo Paper.
Fine art and exhibition prints
Gallery quality reproductions call for a canvas or matte finish built for depth of colour rather than everyday print runs.
Good place to start: Fine Art Printing Materials collection or HP Professional Matte Canvas.
Labels, POS and retail signage
For self-adhesive signage and point of sale graphics, a matte or gloss adhesive polypropylene applies cleanly to most surfaces.
Good place to start: Self-adhesive Materials collection or HP Everyday Adhesive Matte Polypropylene.
Which DesignJet do you have?
Every collection page lets you filter by Compatible Printers so you can match media to your exact DesignJet model. If you'd rather check first, see our printer compatibility guide or the compatibility charts on the Support Hub. Still not sure, get in touch and our team will match you up.
Still deciding? Request a sample
Request a free HP media sample book and see how it looks and feels before you commit to a full roll.