I finally got my own dry mount press (Seal 210) and have completely cut the cord from the local university darkroom. Consistancy is much better. However, I thi nk I may be damaging the emulsion on some prints, but it is subtle. I use Forte polycontrast neutral paper with a glossy finish. My press is set at 200 F (ch ecked with a thermometer). I have two pieces of 4 ply on top and one under the print. Time in press is 3 minutes. If you look at the mounted print at just th e correct angle there seems to be a bit of a spotty film on it, almost starch li ke. It is hardly noticable and is not noticible at all behind plexiglass. Am I damaging the emulsion ? If so, what do you think it is from, too hot, too long, too much pressure ??? Thanks.
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