Designed to appeal to students Canson XL pads contain more sheets at a comparable or better price than other value pads in the marketplace. What-s more because they-re developed in consultation with art professors who use Canson-s professional artist papers as a benchmark XL papers incorporate many professional performance characteristics - at a value price. These wirebound pads feature 98 lb (160 gsm) heavy weight paper that is micro perforated for easy removal. Heavy sizing makes this paper excellent for watercolor acrylic or dry media. Pads contain 60 sheets.