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product_id: 21712953
title: "300 Series Newsprint Paper Pad, Tape Bound, 14x17 inches, 50 Sheets (32lb/52g) - Art Paper for Adults and Students - Practice Sketching with Charcoal, Graphite and Pencil"
brand: "strathmore"
price: "$42.73"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Strathmore"
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/21712953-300-series-newsprint-paper-pad-tape-bound-14x17-inches-50
store_origin: US
region: United States of America
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# 50 durable sheets per pad 14x17 inch large format 32 lb/52 gsm ideal weight 300 Series Newsprint Paper Pad, Tape Bound, 14x17 inches, 50 Sheets (32lb/52g) - Art Paper for Adults and Students - Practice Sketching with Charcoal, Graphite and Pencil

**Brand:** strathmore
**Price:** $42.73
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ✍️ Elevate your sketches with the pro’s choice in newsprint!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 300 Series Newsprint Paper Pad, Tape Bound, 14x17 inches, 50 Sheets (32lb/52g) - Art Paper for Adults and Students - Practice Sketching with Charcoal, Graphite and Pencil by strathmore
- **How much does it cost?** $42.73 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/21712953-300-series-newsprint-paper-pad-tape-bound-14x17-inches-50)

## Best For

- strathmore enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted strathmore brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Reliable Bulk Supply:** 50 sheets per pad keep your creative flow uninterrupted.
- • **Trusted Legacy Paper:** Strathmore’s 125+ years of craftsmanship ensures premium quality every time.
- • **Tape Bound for Easy Access:** Secure binding keeps sheets intact yet easy to remove for sharing or display.
- • **Perfect Medium Compatibility:** Optimized 32 lb weight supports graphite, charcoal, and colored pencils flawlessly.
- • **Spacious Canvas for Creativity:** Generous 14x17 inch size lets your ideas breathe and expand.

## Overview

The Strathmore 300 Series Newsprint Paper Pad offers 50 large 14x17 inch sheets of 32 lb (52 gsm) rough-textured paper, perfectly engineered for sketching with graphite, charcoal, and colored pencils. Tape-bound for convenience, this durable pad supports artists and students alike in honing their craft with a trusted brand boasting over 125 years of excellence.

## Description

The Strathmore 300 Series Newsprint Pad contains a rough natural-toned newsprint paper for sketching and preliminary drawing. This pad is perfect for gesture sketching in graphite, charcoal, colored pencil, or sketching sticks and is a great way to hone your artistic skills. Providing you with an easy way to track your progress over time. Paper is our art form, and we celebrate artists. We have kept the tradition of creating beautiful, high-performing papers alive for over 125 years. Choice of paper is one of the most important decisions an artist makes in determining the outcome of their work. No matter your choice of medium, you can be confident Strathmore paper will enhance your artistic efforts.

Review: Great Paper - Excellent for my art.
Review: Excellent Quality - Paper quality is top notch, the pad is sturdy, therefore easy to use, doesn't flop around. Good price too!

## Features

- Economical and durable newsprint pad
- Perfect for sketching, preliminary drawing, and figure drawing studies
- 32 lb. /52 gsm and ideal for graphite, charcoal, colored pencils, or sketching sticks
- 14"x17" Tape Bound
- 50 Sheets per Pad

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000KNNVIU |
| Best Sellers Rank | #725 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ( See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ) #1 in Newsprint Paper #60 in Paper Craft Supplies |
| Brand | Strathmore |
| Brand Name | Strathmore |
| Color | Rough |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 3,553 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00012017390142 |
| Included Components | 14x17 Rough Newsprint 50 Sheet Pad |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 17"L x 14"W |
| Item Height | 1 inches |
| Item Type Name | 300 Series Newsprint |
| Item Weight | 16 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Strathmore |
| Material | Paper |
| Material Type | Paper |
| Paper Finish | Smooth |
| Paper Size | 14 x 17 inches |
| Paper Weight | 32 |
| Product Dimensions | 17"L x 14"W |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Sketching |
| Sheet Count | 50 |
| Sheet Size | 14 x 17 inches |
| UPC | 012017390142 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | No Warranty |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Strathmore
- **Color:** Rough
- **Material:** Paper
- **Paper Finish:** Smooth
- **Sheet Size:** 14 x 17 inches

## Images

![300 Series Newsprint Paper Pad, Tape Bound, 14x17 inches, 50 Sheets (32lb/52g) - Art Paper for Adults and Students - Practice Sketching with Charcoal, Graphite and Pencil - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Zp5erQvfL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Customer Package Type, Color, Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: We have been asking for if you see "Smooth" Newsprint printed on the cover of the pad, not your personal impressions of the texture. So what is it?**
A: This is “SMOOTH” newsprint regardless if the picture posted.

**Q: The title says smooth, newsprint paper but the picture shows rough surface.  Is this a smooth surface pad?**
A: It is a smooth surface. I do not recommend to buy this one.

**Q: Would the rough texture be good for oil pastels?**
A: It’s too soft a texture for pastels. This is more for sketching and charcoal.

**Q: Does it becomes yellow over time?**
A: Yes Tne cover is Yellow All the Rt

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Paper
*by O***1 on January 5, 2026*

Excellent for my art.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Quality
*by D***C on November 5, 2025*

Paper quality is top notch, the pad is sturdy, therefore easy to use, doesn't flop around. Good price too!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect for Drawing Class
*by P***S on August 9, 2025*

The paper of the Sketchbook is perfect for my Drawing class the perfect thickness. The texture is perfect as well not to stiff or rough just like how a drawing sketchbook will be. it does work good with any pencil and even with charcoal pencils as well and the sticks to.

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*Store origin: US*
*Last updated: 2026-01-24*