Mediums & Varnishes

Atelier Binder Medium can be used as a medium for acrylic paint or as a sealer. When used as a medium, it will speed up the drying time of your paint when you need multiple layers in a short space of time. Use, on its own, to seal porous surfaces where minimal tooth is required. Atelier Binder Medium will increase gloss when mixed with acrylic paint. It is water based and dries to flexible film. 

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Atelier Clear Painting Medium allows paint to spread over a surface and dilutes viscosity for more blendable gradations of acrylic colour. Atelier Clear Painting Medium can be used to prevent runs in diluted paint applied vertically on an easel. Quite viscous, can be used as a glaze - thicker than the Glazing Medium. 

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Atelier Fast Fixer Medium is ideal when you have no time to wait for your painting to dry. It speeds up drying time and is great for achieving glazing techniques and applying thin layers of colour. Suitable for traditional painting techniques. Atelier Fast Fixer Medium can be used to seal completed dry paintings before varnishing. It toughens paint layers making it perfect for hardening tender layers of colour for scraping techniques.

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This Atelier Interactive Gesso Primer can be used on prepare canvases for acrylic or oil paint. It doesn't require any pre-mixing and can be used straight from the container for easy use. It has a high grit content to provide a stable backing and can be sanded between paint coats for smoothness. This primer can also be used to seal pre-primed canvases. It dries fast so you can continue painting. It can be used on most surfaces including canvas, cardboard, paper and more

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Atelier Acrylic Glazing Liquid is a low viscosity medium perfect for creating translucent glazes.  Slightly extends open time and is water-resistant when dry.  Mix with paint for added translucency with a rich oil-like gloss sheen.  Promotes flow and levelling.

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Atelier Gloss Medium is a general purpose mid viscosity medium that adds translucency and increases gloss to your acrylic paints. It will extend your colours making them flow much easier which is ideal for glazing techniques. It can be mixed with the paint as a medium or used to seal a paint layer before over painting.

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Atelier Heavy Gel (Gloss) formerly Impasto Gel, is a thick, fast drying, water-based, acrylic gel designed to exaggerate structure and sharpen textural edges of the paint in acrylic painting.  Heavy Gel (Gloss)  also increases the gloss level of the paint and can also be used as an adhesive to bond other materials to the painting. Milky colour becomes translucent when dry.

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Atelier Heavy Gel (Satin) is a very heavy bodied, thick gel which is perfect for artists who want to have a more painterly style to their work, like an oil painting. Artists who use a painting knife or brush to show expressive marks and strokes will love this medium because it is so easy to mix into your paint. Heavy Gel (Satin) should be placed on the palette and mixed in with a brush or palette knife.  The surface finish matches the natural satin finish of Atelier Interactive.

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Atelier Liquefying Medium is a water-based medium which increases the fluidity of acrylic paint. It is ideal for detailed fine line work and airbrushing techniques. Atelier Liquefying Medium reduces the viscosity and increases the flow of paint which allows you to easily cover large areas evenly

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Atelier Liquid Gesso Primer is perfect when you need a smooth surface to paint on. It offers a thinner consistency than traditional gesso primers. Dries to a thin flexible white film. Preparing your surface before you begin painting is fundamental in the painting process.  It allows adhesion to the painting surface, a longer working time and maintains the quality of the paint after dry.

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Atelier Moulding Paste is a very thick, textural paste used for exaggerated structure. Moulding Paste has the same flexibility as Atelier paints and is used to create strong textural interest at any stage in a painting’s process. Dries neutral and can be mixed with paint to produce a coloured ground or painted over once dry.

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Atelier Middle Medium is used as a general purpose medium throughout the painting process for spreading and smoothing paint, wet blending, edge blending wet over dry, scumbling (dry brush) and glazing. It expands and advances on the formula of the popular Atelier Clear Painting Medium. A middle viscosity is useful for spreading paint and painting gradations wet-in-wet or wet-over dry. It is easy to integrate over painting by edge blending or glazing.

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Atelier Moulding Paste is a very thick, textural paste used for exaggerated structure. Moulding Paste has the same flexibility as Atelier paints and is used to create strong textural interest at any stage in a painting’s process. Dries neutral and can be mixed with paint to produce a coloured ground or painted over once dry.

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The Chroma Atelier pouring medium is formulated to aid acrylic pouring paintings. It helps to thin out acrylic paint while maintaining the colour, texture and opacity. It also means the surface of your finished artwork will not have trapped air or bubbles.  The pouring medium can be mixed with fluid acrylic, artist acrylic paint, or with acrylic inks.

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The Chroma Atelier pouring medium is formulated to aid acrylic pouring paintings. It helps to thin out acrylic paint while maintaining the colour, texture and opacity. It also means the surface of your finished artwork will not have trapped air or bubbles.  The pouring medium can be mixed with fluid acrylic, artist acrylic paint, or with acrylic inks. Two sizes available

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An acrylic gel with a smooth buttery consistency.  Use as a paint extender to adjust gloss and transparency without altering consistency.  Mix with paint to increase body or apply directly on top of a paint layer for a transparent textural effect.  Holds moderate peaks and texture for impasto effects. Milky colour becomes transparent when dry.

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Atelier Chroma Retarder paint additive designed to slow down the drying time of acrylic paint. It may be added to other Atelier mediums to increase open time. Note: Retarder does not contain a binding agent so to avoid creating an unstable mixture, it is recommended to mix no more than 10% with acrylic paints.

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Atelier Thick Slow Medium works in the same way as the original more liquid Slow Medium, but with its more paint-like consistency, it can be used for spreading and diluting paint without making it thin or runny. Created to work with Atelier Interactive’s patented formulation. High Viscosity Interactive medium - it will increase Atelier Interactive's working time when used with the fine mist sprayer filled with water or unlocking formula

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This medium is a flow aide and its very liquid viscosity is useful for airbrush dilution or for liquefying heavy bodied paints for detailed work or thin glazes

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Universal Medium/Varnish The Universal Medium is a medium and varnish rolled into one. As a medium, use as a fast medium for layering Small additions to the paint reduce viscosity sharply and layers dry faster. As a water based varnish, it is comparable to solvent varnish. It is very easy to apply. It gives the colour saturation and enhancement of a good solvent based varnish. By adding water to the concentrate, different levels of sheen can be created between low sheen and high gloss. Artists should experiment with colour swatches to decide on the finishes that they prefer, as it is non removable. (For a removable varnish, see Chroma Solvent Finishing Varnishes.   Directions: Apply a seal coat of one part varnish: one part water. This allows the varnish to penetrate and seal the paint layer so that a more concentrated varnish can be spread easily when the seal coat is dry. Use full strength for a gloss finish or thin with water for a satin finish

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An essential additive if you want to explore wet in wet painting. Allows artists to re open Atelier Interactive even after it is touch dry. Once the paint is re opened, new paint can be blended back in, existing paint edges can be feathered or whole sections can be removed with a rag to reveal under layers. Spray apply using the Atelier Fine Mist Water Sprayer. Use For Tone Control All acrylic paints darken slightly when they dry. The tonal difference between wet and dry paint is minimal for darker colours but can be quite dramatic for lighter colours containing a large quantity of Titanium White in the mixture. If you want to adjust light tone values and your painting is touch dry, it will return to its wet values if you spray it with Unlocking Formula and this will allow you to make accurate wet to wet adjustments

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These Atelier water-based varnishes are non-toxic are used on acrylic paintings. Provides a non-removable. non-tacky protective coating when cured. Traditional Medium - water resistant when dry For best results, apply an isolation layer or sealing coat prior to varnishing  Can apply Chroma's Solvent finishing varnish to top for a removable layer  3 gloss levels available

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Cleans and preserves natural or synthetic brushes.  Easily removes acrylic, oil or lacquer

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Cleans and preserves natural or synthetic brushes.  Easily removes acrylic, oil or lacquer

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Chromacryl Gel Extender Medium is ideal for use as a reduction paste in screen painting. When added to paint, it extends the pigment without diluting the colour and acts as a release agent to gain maximum print colour in mono-printing techniques.

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Chromacryl Gesso Primer is applied prior to painting. Gesso Primer seals the painting surface, preventing moisture loss through absorption, which can cause acrylic paints to dry too fast. A white primer suitable for the student artist. It is suitable for most painting surfaces including canvas, paper and card Larger 4 litre buckets are available upon request

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Build texture and increase the translucency and viscosity of your paintings with the Chromacryl Impasto Gel Medium, which thickens paint. It is an extremely strong adhesive and holds very heavy objects during collage activity. This Impasto gel comes in a 1 litre container and is ideal for use at home or the classroom.

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In Stock at NZ Supplier - Allow additional delivery time Chromacryl Binder Medium can be used to seal the surface of paper, card, canvas or modelling materials prior to painting. You can also mix it with a little water and paint for a bright, luminous glaze. You can also use it by diluting it and using it as a collage adhesive or mixed 50/50 with water for use as a varnish. If mixed in a 1:2 ratio with water when preparing plaster, a ''shock-proof'' plaster will result.

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In Stock at NZ Supplier - Allow additional delivery timeChromacryl Gesso Primer is applied prior to painting. Gesso Primer seals the painting surface, preventing moisture loss through absorption, which can cause acrylic paints to dry too fast. A white primer is suitable for the student artist. It is suitable for most painting surfaces including canvas, paper and card.

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Chromacryl Screen Retarder Medium is an additive that delays the drying and curing time, allowing you to complete your works of art without a hassle. This retarder greatly increases the open time of paints and reduces the chance of paint clogging the screen when used for screen printing. For screen printing: Add 10% Retarder Medium to water solution then add to paint to slow drying time considerably It can be used for blending colours for finer detailed work It is useful for silkscreen printing particularly in hot dry conditions Use 10% of Retarder Medium when added to Chromacryl colours to stop the screens from clogging Wash the screen mesh thoroughly in warm soapy water. The Retarder Medium not only reduces screen blockage when printing but makes cleaning easier

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Chromacryl Texture Paste Medium is a brush-able, translucent modelling compound that dries to an opaque white finish. It is suitable for application with a dry brush straight from the container and comes in a 1 litre container. This texture paint will not become brittle or discolour with age and colour or paint can be added over when dry.

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FolkArt Crackle Medium - 236ml Create a rustic look on everything from picture frames to signage to dining sets and more. Explore the unique crafting possibilities with FolkArt crackle medium. Versatile size - this unique crackle medium comes in a convenient 8 oz size to add a realistic cracked and weathered look to all your arts and crafts. Cracked finish - the crackling effect will show through after your acrylic paint has dried. Use on hard surfaces - after painting wood, hard plastics, and other hard surfaces use this unique medium to give your project a rustic, crackled appearance. Do not use in humid conditions. Easy to clean up – clean up is easy with FolkArt crackle medium! Simply clean up any extra while wet with soap and water.

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FolkArt Floating Medium - 236ml The FolkArt Floating Medium is specially formulated for floating colors with FolkArt Acrylic Paints.  Create beautiful fluid paintings with the versatility of this handy medium. Watercolor painting is ideal for this medium. Easily glide your favorite FolkArt Acrylic Paint colors across your canvas to create unique shadows and highlights. FolkArt Floating Medium allows your colors to dry quickly without extenders and clean up is easy. 

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FolkArt Frost Effect Top Coat - 236ml Give your next project a frosted look with a layer of FolkArt Frost Effect. This frosted formula is a high-quality cream that dries to a translucent, frosty appearance similar to frosted beach glass. Use on glass, clear acrylic, rigid plastics, and more. 

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Jasart Byron Ultimate Brush Cleaner revitalises your favourite synthetic or natural brushes in a few simple steps. Break through hardened acrylic, oil and lacquer to bring your brushes back to life. Simply remove any excess paint from the brushes, cover the brush liberally with the Ultimate Brush Cleaner making sure the bristles are fully coated, then massage the cleaner into the bristles. Once satisfied with the result, rinse the bristles with water until the cleaner has been removed. Time to clean depends on brush condition. Allow your brush to dry.  This product is a "Dated" product

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Liquitex High Gloss Varnish - Can be used on rocks - see instructions below Seal your acrylic work with a transparent, high gloss acrylic layer which is breathable, permanent and protects against uv damage. What it does: 100% acrylic polymer varnish adds a high gloss sheen, protects and resists dirt retention. Dries clear to a flexible, non-tacky, hard surface. Increases brightness and colour saturation. Adjusts and unifies surface sheen. Improves surface durability - ideal when shipping or exhibiting. Protects colours from UV light damage. Resists discolouration - yellowing and fogging - caused by humidity, heat and uv. Depending on the substrate it allows surface moisture to pass through and breathe. Allows for easy cleaning without fear of damaging the acrylic paint film. Has excellent leveling properties - will not hold brush marks. Semi-opaque when wet, transparent when dry. Use on flexible or rigid supports. Designed for interior and exterior use. How to use it: As this is permanent, do a patch test first. Before varnishing ensure paint surface is fully dry (72 hours-2 weeks depending on thickness). Ensure your space is well ventilated and dirt and dust-free. Place the artwork flat on a surface - always varnish horizontally. Stir gently before use. Use long, even strokes, covering the surface top to bottom while moving from one side to the other - don't go over bits you have missed but leave to dry and then re-varnish area. While applying, look out for surface bubbles and even them out immediately. Apply up to three thin coats, allowing at least three hours dry time between coats.  If bubbles appear in the surface you can use a flame from a chefs torch or similar to pop them before the varnish hardens How not to use it: Do not shake or vigorously over-brush as this can result in surface bubbles and a foggy, hazy look when dry. Don't apply with a roller or sponge brush. Don't thin with water. Don't apply in one thick coat, but several thin coats, to avoid brush marks, drips and cloudiness. Don't go back over areas you have already done, as this can cause clouding. Don't attempt to remove once applied. Do not use with any non-acrylic media. Painted Rock Use If using on rocks, make sure your paint or markers are waterproof and suitable for outdoor use, this product does not waterproof your rocks, if you have any paints or pens that are not waterproof, you will need to seal with an acrylic clear coat spray layer before using this product, this is actually a good idea to always seal your drawing/painting first with an acrylic spray coat, let dry.  Now your rock is waterproof and protected, then apply the varnish as per above instructions, do not brush over any areas that you missed or feel you need to touch up, just leave and get them with the next coat, you will have a resin like finish without having to use messy stinky resin

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In Stock at NZ Supplier - Allow additional delivery time Liquitex High Gloss Varnish - Can be used on rocks - see instructions below Seal your acrylic work with a transparent, high gloss acrylic layer which is breathable, permanent and protects against UV damage. What it does: 100% acrylic polymer varnish adds a high gloss sheen, protects and resists dirt retention. Dries clear to a flexible, non-tacky, hard surface. Increases brightness and colour saturation. Adjusts and unifies surface sheen. Improves surface durability - ideal when shipping or exhibiting. Protects colours from UV light damage. Resists discolouration - yellowing and fogging - caused by humidity, heat and uv. Depending on the substrate it allows surface moisture to pass through and breathe. Allows for easy cleaning without fear of damaging the acrylic paint film. Has excellent leveling properties - will not hold brush marks. Semi-opaque when wet, transparent when dry. Use on flexible or rigid supports. Designed for interior and exterior use. How to use it: As this is permanent, do a patch test first. Before varnishing ensure paint surface is fully dry (72 hours-2 weeks depending on thickness). Ensure your space is well ventilated and dirt and dust-free. Place the artwork flat on a surface - always varnish horizontally. Stir gently before use. Use long, even strokes, covering the surface top to bottom while moving from one side to the other - don't go over bits you have missed but leave to dry and then re-varnish area. While applying, look out for surface bubbles and even them out immediately. Apply up to three thin coats, allowing at least three hours dry time between coats.  If bubbles appear in the surface you can use a flame from a chefs torch or similar to pop them before the varnish hardens How not to use it: Do not shake or vigorously over-brush as this can result in surface bubbles and a foggy, hazy look when dry. Don't apply with a roller or sponge brush. Don't thin with water. Don't apply in one thick coat, but several thin coats, to avoid brush marks, drips and cloudiness. Don't go back over areas you have already done, as this can cause clouding. Don't attempt to remove once applied. Do not use with any non-acrylic media. Painted Rock Use If using on rocks, make sure your paint or markers are waterproof and suitable for outdoor use, this product does not waterproof your rocks, if you have any paints or pens that are not waterproof, you will need to seal with an acrylic clear coat spray layer before using this product, this is actually a good idea to always seal your drawing/painting first with an acrylic spray coat, let dry.  Now your rock is waterproof and protected, then apply the varnish as per above instructions, do not brush over any areas that you missed or feel you need to touch up, just leave and get them with the next coat, you will have a resin like finish without having to use messy stinky resin Direct from supplier - allow a few more days for delivery

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