Ilford Prestige Lustre 260 IGPLP A3+ 25V

Ilford Prestige Lustre 260 IGPLP A3+ 25V | Lustre photo paper in a larger format

Its combination of a Lustre finish and A3+ format makes the Ilford Prestige Lustre 260 IGPLP a paper to consider when you want a photo print with more room to show its subject. It’s suited to photographers making larger prints for a portfolio, a wall, or a personal gift, rather than looking for a small everyday print. The product name gives you the key details at a glance: Prestige Lustre is the range and finish, IGPLP is the model identifier, and A3+ is the format. The title also includes 260 and 25V; those are retained as product designations below. One honest point: a paper name alone can’t tell you whether it suits a particular printer, so use the exact product name when checking your printer’s paper options. If A3+ is the size you’re after, this Ilford pack is a clearly identified option to look into.

Choosing a print size and finish

A3+ gives you a larger working area than a standard small photo print, which can help when the image deserves to be seen from across a room or when you want space around the subject. It also makes sense for prints you plan to handle as finished pieces, such as portfolio selections or photographs for display. Lustre is the finish named for this paper, so it’s a straightforward starting point if you’re specifically shopping for Lustre photo paper rather than another named finish. The best choice still depends on the look you want and the paper options available for your printer. I’d compare the full product name with the choices shown in your printing setup before placing an order; that keeps the decision focused on this exact format and product designation.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Ilford
• Range: Prestige
• Finish: Lustre
• Model identifier: IGPLP
• Format: A3+
• Product designation: 260
• Pack designation: 25V