The invention provides an ink set for ink-jet recording that is able to form an image having a sufficient optical density and causing no feathering and intercolor bleed within a short period of time while being excellent in reliability of the maintenance unit. The ink set comprises at least a liquid...http://www.google.com.au/patents/US7270699?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US7270699 - Ink set for ink-jet recording, ink-jet recording method and ink-jet recording apparatus