The Drafting Board
Clearprint Gridded Vellum Rolls Discontinued? Pacific Arc Vellum Is the Best Replacement
Looking for a replacement for discontinued Clearprint vellum rolls with 4x4 or 8x8 grids? Pacific Arc Professional Drafting Vellum offers the same non-reproducible grid options, dependable transparency, and durable cotton rag construction at a more affordable price.
If you have been relying on Clearprint gridded vellum rolls with 4x4 or 8x8 grids, you have probably noticed they are no longer available. For years, these rolls were a go-to choice for architects, engineers, designers, and stude
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Sep 9th 2025 -
Why Vellum Is Still a Big Deal: A Slightly Nerdy Love Letter to Drafting’s Favorite Paper
What Is Drafting Vellum? Uses, Benefits, Brands, and How to Choose the Right Vellum Paper
Learn what drafting vellum is, why architects, engineers, designers, and students still use it, and how to choose the best vellum for drawing, tracing, overlays, grids, and title block work.
Drafting vellum has been a trusted drawing surface for architects, engineers, designers, and students for decades. Even in a world filled with CAD software, digital tablets, and 3D modeling, vellum remains a practic
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May 5th 2025 -