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: As water drains through the mesh, the remaining fibers form a sheet. This sheet is pressed to remove more water and then passed over heated rollers to dry completely.

: Carefully flip the wet pulp sheet onto a flat fabric surface (a process called couching) and use a sponge to absorb excess moisture. Let it air dry or press it between heavy books to keep it flat. How to: make paper | Royal Academy of Arts PICTURE

: The pulp is washed and often bleached to achieve the desired whiteness. : As water drains through the mesh, the

For smaller-scale projects or crafts, you can make paper at home using recycled materials: PICTURE