BASICS Acrylic Paint 4 oz. tubes
Attributes
. Value Priced
. Each color is uniquely formulated to bring out the maximum brilliance and clarity of each individual pigment.
. Contains the same binder as Liquitex Professional Grade Acrylics.
. Contains a lower pigment load than Liquitex Professional Grade Acrylics.
. Heavy viscosity allows for thick oil-like painting, retaining peaks and brush marks.
. Colors are intermixable with all Liquitex Professional Grade Colors and Mediums.
. Colors dry to satin-matte finish that brings out the color intensity without adding unwanted surface glare.
. Colors are non-toxic. They hold the CP Seal from the ACMI.
. Suitable for outside (mural) applications.

Characteristics of Acrylic Paints
. Water soluble colors while wet.
. Permanent, water insoluble, flexible colors when dry. Built-up surfaces will remain free of cracks and chips. Less flexible in cold weather. Softer in warm weather.
. Air-dry by evaporation. Thin paint films: 10 - 20 minutes. Thick paint films: 1 hour - 3 days.
. Surface of a dry acrylic painting can be cleaned by gently washing with soap and water.
. Keep brushes wet. Clean up brushes, hands and palette with soap and water.
. Little odor, no fumes, nonflammable. Uses non-toxic thinners and mediums.
. Do not mix with turpentine or oils. Mix only with other acrylic emulsion paints or mediums.
Cleanup Acrylic Paints
. From hands: Wet or dried acrylic paint cleans with soap and water.
. From brushes: Clean wet brushes with soap & water. Clean dried acrylic brushes with acetone, denatured alcohol or equivalent product. These cleaning solutions are toxic. Care should be taken during use.
. From clothing: While paint is wet, clean with water and/or window cleaner. Dried acrylic paint is permanent on fabric.
. From painting surface: While paint is wet, wipe with damp rag, clean with water. When paint is dry, simply paint over surface with desired colors and motif.
Color Chart
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