Liquitex Basics Acrylic Gesso, 473ML / 16 Oz

Name: Liquitex Liquitex Basics Gesso 473Ml (16Oz)
Brand: Liquitex
SKU: 94376922943
Price: 14.99 CAD
Availability: InStock

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A sealer and ground for all absorbent surfaces that will readily accept paint.

GESSOES

Prime your surfaces and add tooth, ready for paint application. Create the perfect absorbency, texture and archival ground.

What it does

Primes surfaces and adds a high level of tooth for maximum colour adhesion and stability
Gives a matte white, opaque finish which provides a professional standard, archival base to help maintain the longevity of your work
Stiffens your canvases and creates the optimum absorbency for paint application
Establishes a good surface for preliminary charcoal or pencil drawings
Always use a quality artist's gesso if you want a lasting, archival base - a low-cost ground will flake and separate from your support, taking your work with it. With proper application and under the right conditions, a professional gesso will last generations

How to use it

Fully intermixable with all Liquitex products
Use undiluted or thin with up to 25% water - when thinning more than 25%, use an equal mixture of water and Liquitex Matte Medium
Sand hard or shiny surfaces first, apply a thin coat to support with a wide, flat brush and leave to dry for at least 24 hours before starting to paint
To create a smoother base, sand the surface and reapply gesso
If using as a base for oils, apply 2-4 coats and sand between applications
Add acrylic colour for a custom tint - Soft Body Acrylic is the optimum consistency

Lightfast & archival
Permanent
Non-yellowing
Flexible & non-cracking
Water-resistant when dry
Intermixable with all Liquitex materials

Raw canvas
Hardboard & paper
Wood & non-oily, porous supports