Hahnemühle applies velour generously and consistently to a smooth acid-free paper. You'll love the way pastels and charcoal look when stroked on a soft, velour surface. The colors adhere naturally to the velvety surface, but it is recommended that spray fixative be used often. A excellent way to sample one of Europe’s premium artist papers. These pads make a wonderful gift for pastel artists who have never worked on velour.