I'm using Epson hot press natural and velvet. Also Hahn German etching. I noticed that no matter how well the paper is cleaned the ink still flakes off. (I didn't notice any flaking as yet on the Epson hot press natural.)

I hate to bother spraying them with fixative. Is this how it is with matte? Spray or flake off? The paper cannot be cleaned any better before printing. I use brushes and compressed air.

Is the Epson hot press natural flake resistant or is it past due for flaking?