Founded by the Montgolfier family, Canson has been making paper since 1557. They are considered to be one of the world's foremost manufacturers, supplying to all levels from schools to professional artists.

The XL Sand Grain A4 pad is double spiral bound and contains 40 sheets of 160gsm paper made from organic, renewable materials. Its surface retains pigments, creating subtle colour effects. It complies with ISO Standard 9706, is acid-free and contains no optical brighteners.

Best suited to graphite pencil, pastel and charcoal.