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Once couched, stack several sheets between cloths and place them under a heavy weight or a book press for several hours. This compresses the fibers into a dense, solid sheet. 4. Drying and Finishing

Transfer the wet sheet onto an absorbent cloth. To make it "solid," use a heavy sponge to press out as much water as possible while the paper is still on the mesh. PK02MOV

Use a DIY mould and deckle (two frames, one with mesh) to pull the pulp from a water bin. Once couched, stack several sheets between cloths and

If maximum durability is required, mix in cotton linters or shredded cotton rags, as cotton pulp is nearly pure cellulose and significantly stronger than wood-based paper. 3. Forming and Pressing How you handle the wet sheet determines its final density. Drying and Finishing Transfer the wet sheet onto