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product_id: 21712953
title: "Strathmore 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: "KSh7737"
currency: KES
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Strathmore"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/21712953-strathmore-300-series-newsprint-paper-pad-tape-bound-14x17-inches
store_origin: KE
region: Kenya
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# 14x17 inch large format 50 durable sheets per pad 32 lb/52 gsm ideal weight Strathmore 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:** KSh7737
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

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

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Strathmore 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?** KSh7737 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.ke](https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/21712953-strathmore-300-series-newsprint-paper-pad-tape-bound-14x17-inches)

## 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

- • **Trusted Legacy:** Strathmore’s 125+ years of paper craftsmanship ensures premium artistic performance
- • **Ample Sheet Count:** 50 high-quality sheets to fuel countless sketching sessions
- • **Generous Canvas Size:** Spacious 14x17 inches to unleash your creativity without limits
- • **Tape Bound Convenience:** Secure binding keeps your sketches organized and easy to flip through
- • **Perfect Medium Compatibility:** Optimized 32 lb weight for flawless graphite, charcoal, and pencil work

## Overview

The Strathmore 300 Series Newsprint Paper Pad offers 50 large 14x17 inch sheets of 32 lb (52 gsm) rough-textured paper, perfectly suited for graphite, charcoal, colored pencils, and sketching sticks. Tape bound for easy use, this durable pad is ideal for artists and students honing their skills, backed by Strathmore’s 125-year legacy of premium art paper craftsmanship.

## 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: Great paper - I’m using this paper to make my own art book. It’s exactly what I was looking for. I will be buying this again.

## 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 | #2,098 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ( See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ) #1 in Newsprint Paper #155 in Paper Craft Supplies |
| Brand | Strathmore |
| Color | Rough |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (3,567) |
| Date First Available | November 16, 2006 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00012017390142 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 1 pounds |
| Item model number | P307-814 |
| Manufacturer | Strathmore |
| Material | Paper |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Paper Dimensions | 14 x 17 inches |
| Paper Finish | Smooth |
| Paper Weight | 32 |
| Product Dimensions | 17"L x 14"W |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Sketching |
| Sheet Count | 50 |
| Sheet Size | 14 x 17 inches |
| Style | 50 Sheets |
| UPC | 012017390142 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Product Details

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

## Images

![Strathmore 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.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great paper
*by G***T on February 6, 2026*

I’m using this paper to make my own art book. It’s exactly what I was looking for. I will be buying this again.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 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!

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*Store origin: KE*
*Last updated: 2026-02-23*