{"title":"Oil Mediums","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"windsor-newton-liquin-original","title":"Winsor \u0026 Newton Oil Colour Liquin Original","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cfont color=\"#606060\" face=\"arial, sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 1em 0px; padding: 0px; color: #606060; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;\" id=\"swatch-tab\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: border-box; display: block; height: 155px; overflow-y: auto;\" class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #383838; font-family: Arial, Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis reliable favorite, Winsor \u0026amp; Newton painting medium. Liquin™ Original halves the drying time of oil color and reduces brush stroke retention (touch dry in 1-6 days depending on color \u0026amp; film thickness). Creates a smooth, gel-like paint film that is easier to work with. Allows the paint to dry faster and aids working with multiple layers. Resists yellowing. Not suitable as a varnish or final coat.\u003c\/span\u003e Liquin Original improves the flow of oil and alkyd colors for smooth brushwork, subtle blending or fine detail. It mixes easily with a brush and flows readily. It also increases translucency, making it ideal for thin glazing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: border-box; display: block; height: 155px; overflow-y: auto;\" class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #383838; font-family: Arial, Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;\"\u003eLiquin is a flammable, translucent gel that quickly dries to a virtually non-yellowing film.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Winsor \u0026 Newton","offers":[{"title":"250 ml \/ 8.4 oz","offer_id":32251404869,"sku":"WN3239751","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 ml","offer_id":43681754317029,"sku":"WN3249751","price":31.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 Liter","offer_id":43681754349797,"sku":"WN3253751","price":56.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.5 Liter","offer_id":43681754382565,"sku":"3256751","price":95.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1989\/7529\/files\/3239751_376b7405-8bb4-46cc-8cb9-443a3d025e37.jpg?v=1748469753"},{"product_id":"weber-odorless-turpenoid","title":"Weber Odorless Turpenoid","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product_description\" style=\"width: 490px; min-height: 200px; padding-right: 10px; line-height: 15px; text-align: left; color: #383838; font-family: Arial, Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003eTurpenoid® Odorless is the first turpentine substitute and favored by\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003egenerations of oil painters.  It has the same painting properties and drying time as turpentine yet is free from the strong and characteristic odor. Turpenoid is a highly refined, water-clear mixture of petroleum distillates compatible with oil and alkyd paints without affecting color. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003eRecommended Use: Turpenoid® Odorless should be used for thinning artist oil colors for a lean wash or modifying oil painting mediums or varnishes. Mix small amounts of Turpenoid® Odorless directly into oil color or medium to increase fluidity. Never apply the medium directly on your work of art without testing on a separate surface to ensure the compatibility of materials and desired result. When thinning varnishes, greatest clarity will be achieved when Turpenoid® is limited to 10%. This product is to be used exclusively and explicitly to reduce the viscosity of, and\/or remove, art coating compositions or components. This product is not intended for cleaning art coatings from painting equipment or tools. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003eMade in the USA.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_description\" style=\"width: 490px; min-height: 200px; padding-right: 10px; line-height: 15px; text-align: left; color: #383838; font-family: Arial, Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"clear\" style=\"clear: both; color: #383838; font-family: Arial, Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: justify; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"product_links\" style=\"float: left; margin-top: 10px; line-height: 24px; width: 370px; color: #383838; font-family: Arial, Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: justify; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ask_a_question\" style=\"text-align: right; margin-top: 20px; color: #383838; font-family: Arial, Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Weber","offers":[{"title":"4 fl oz","offer_id":47550517641445,"sku":"WA1681","price":10.24,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8 fl oz","offer_id":32252793797,"sku":"WA1682","price":13.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"16 fl oz","offer_id":32252793989,"sku":"WA1683","price":18.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"32 fl oz","offer_id":43681753858277,"sku":"WA1684","price":24.82,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1989\/7529\/files\/608f96_d6096067cc9d4a9da11b42e901e2719e_mv2.jpg?v=1737145102"},{"product_id":"gamblin-gamsol-odorless-mineral-spirits","title":"Gamblin Gamsol Odorless Mineral Spirits","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGamsol\u003c\/strong\u003e is the safest solvent that allows oil painters to utilize all traditional painting techniques without compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGamsol uses:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThinning oil colors. A little goes a long way; stiff oil colors relax immediately when a little Gamsol is added. Be careful not to thin oil colors too much with solvent alone, this can compromise the ability of the paint to form a paint film.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModifying painting mediums. Our Galkyd line of painting mediums are formulated with Gamsol, so they readily accept Gamsol as a thinning agent. Note: Gamsol should not be added to painting mediums made with natural resins (dammar, copal, mastic). They require strong solvents such as turpentine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudio clean-up: brushes, palettes, palette knives, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow does Gamsol achieve this level of performance and safety? Most solvents available to artists come from the industrial paint industry where solvent power and cheapness is prized. Gamsol is special: it is made for products and processes that come into more intimate contact with the body such as cosmetics, hand cleaners, and cleaning food service equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGamsol is a petroleum distillate but all the aromatic solvents have been refined out of it, less than .005% remains. Aromatic solvents are the most harmful types of petroleum solvents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gamsol \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/gamblincolors.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Gamsol-SDS_US_English_2023.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSDS\u003c\/a\u003e shows that it has an Exposure Limit Value higher than most solvents available to artists. In addition, Gamsol’s flash point allows it to ship via air cargo as a non-hazardous material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of these factors have lead to Gamsol being used widely in oil painting classrooms; in those classes, there are no solvent odors, only the wonderful smell of oil colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e**Gallons cannot be shipped to the following states: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, New Hampshire, New York, Ohio, Rhode Island, and Utah. 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When used in greater proportions with oil color, Galkyd will level brush-strokes, creating an enamel-like surface. Galkyd is our fastest-drying painting medium. Thin layers will be touch-dry in approximately 24 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGalkyd\u003c\/strong\u003e contains \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mcartsupplies.sbs\/products\/gamblin-gamsol-odorless-mineral-spirits?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=gamsol\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGamsol\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. The main difference between \u003cstrong\u003eGalkyd\u003c\/strong\u003e vs. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mcartsupplies.sbs\/products\/gamblin-glakyd-lite-oil-painting-medium?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=04e248f1b\u0026amp;_ss=r\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGalkyd Lite\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is that Galkyd contains \u003cem\u003eless\u003c\/em\u003e Gamsol, making it a thicker fluid consistency. You can dilute Galkyd with additional Gamsol, this is recommended for underpainting and fluid washes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Shelf Life Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStore medium bottle \u003cstrong\u003eUPSIDE-DOWN\u003c\/strong\u003e to prevent skinning over, congealing and solidification of this medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlkyd resin dries first by solvent evaporation, then by oxidation. The introduction of air space into a newly opened bottle permits some solvent evaporation and drying – even with the cap tightly secured. As the medium is used over time, the air space in the bottle gets larger causing the remaining medium to dry out more quickly. Upside-down storage has shown that storage upside down creates the best vapor lock limiting air flow in and solvent evaporation out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Shelf Life Tips \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf your medium appears to have thickened even slightly, add a small amount of Gamsol and shake thoroughly until it is restored to its original consistency. Managing the viscosity of the medium from the moment it is opened will ensure the longest shelf life possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen decanting medium into a separate container, pour out only what you will use in a single painting session. If a larger size bottle of painting medium is drying out before you can use all of it, consider purchasing a smaller size next time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore painting mediums in daylight to maintain their lighter color. All drying oils and alkyd resin mediums will deepen in color when stored in the dark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNever use Galkyd as a varnish!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGalkyd, Galkyd Lite or any oil painting medium, should not be used as a varnish. Using oil mediums as a varnish will increase yellowing of the painting over time. 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Graham Walnut Alkyd Medium","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConcentrated Walnut\/Alkyd Medium thins the color, accelerates drying, enhances adhesion between layers and increases surface sheen and flexibility while remaining essentially non-yellowing. Ideally suited for alla-prima and glaze applications. Walnut\/Alkyd Medium is certified nontoxic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur walnut\/alkyd medium is designed to augment the special nature of our oil color but is also completely compatible with other artists oil colors and mediums.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"M. Graham","offers":[{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":31920449355873,"sku":"42420","price":15.87,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":43681722630373,"sku":"61420","price":24.41,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1989\/7529\/products\/42420.jpg?v=1738082828"},{"product_id":"gamblin-cold-wax-medium","title":"Gamblin Cold Wax Medium","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_1  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Cold Wax Medium?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGamblin Cold Wax Medium is a mixture of natural beeswax (wax pastilles),\u003cspan\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mcartsupplies.sbs\/products\/gamblin-gamsol-odorless-mineral-spirits?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=gamsol\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGamsol\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand a small amount of alkyd resin. The term “cold” in Cold Wax Medium and Cold Wax Painting refers to the fact that heat is not required for working with this wax medium – as it dries by solvent evaporation (Gamsol), rather than the cooling of the wax, as in encaustic painting. As the Gamsol evaporates out of the medium, the soft wax hardens to the density of a beeswax candle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike other Gamblin painting mediums, which increase the flow and gloss of oil colors to varying degrees, Cold Wax Medium makes oil colors thicker and more matte.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_2  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCold Wax Medium is compatible with oil colors, alkyd\/oil colors,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ealkyd-based painting mediums, and Gamsol. Fast-drying mediums such as\u003cspan\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/mcartsupplies.sbs\/products\/gamblin-glakyd-oil-painting-medium?_pos=4\u0026amp;_sid=b4605ecb4\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGalkyd\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/mcartsupplies.sbs\/products\/gamblin-glakyd-gel-oil-painting-medium?_pos=5\u0026amp;_sid=ee9c2ebfe\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGalkyd Gel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gamblincolors.com\/galkyd-gel\/\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewill increase the tack when mixed with Cold Wax Medium.\u003cspan\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/mcartsupplies.sbs\/products\/gamblin-glakyd-lite-gel-oil-painting-medium?_pos=3\u0026amp;_sid=c9b354168\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGalkyd Lite Gel\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, the silky, soft gel medium gives the wax a smoother feel and will round the peaks of impasto. These alkyd mediums will increase the gloss level of Cold Wax (just as adding Cold Wax lowers the gloss level of these mediums). Adding\u003cspan\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/mcartsupplies.sbs\/products\/gamblin-gamsol-odorless-mineral-spirits?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=gamsol\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGamsol\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto Cold Wax Medium will make it more fluid without adding gloss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold Wax medium is made from naturally white, pure beeswax. Formulated to knife consistency, Cold Wax Medium makes oil colors thicker and more matte. Cold Wax Medium can be used to make Gamblin mediums and Gamvar more matte. It can also be applied alone as a matte varnish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_3  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much Cold Wax Medium can be safely added to oil colors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is recommended adding up to 1\/3 Cold Wax Medium to 2\/3 oil colors. Beyond this amount, approximately 25%\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/mcartsupplies.sbs\/products\/gamblin-solvent-free-gel?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=69eaab640\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSolvent-Free Gel\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gamblincolors.com\/solvent-free-gel\/\"\u003e,\u003c\/a\u003e Galkyd Gel\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGalkyd Lite Gel\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecould be added to 75% Cold Wax Medium. The addition of these mediums will maintain the body of your wax while also increasing both the flexibility and durability of the resulting paint layer, making it less prone to cracking. For more fluid results, you could alternatively add 25%\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGalkyd,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGalkyd Lite\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSolvent-Free Fluid. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the best support to paint on for Cold Wax Painting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust like encaustic paintings are done on\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003erigid supports\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esuch as panels, it is recommended the same for Cold Wax Paintings. Wood or aluminum panels are appropriate, as are panels with fabric adhered to the surface. Rigid supports limit movement the paint layers and will help prevent cracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen using Cold Wax Medium alone as a painting medium on\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003estretched canvas\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is recommended limiting the wax to 1\/3 of the total paint mixture. To use higher percentages of Cold Wax Medium on stretched canvas, add 25-50% Galkyd Gel, Solvent-Free Gel, or for more fluid results, Galkyd. The addition of these mediums will increase the flexibility and durability of the resulting paint layer, making it less prone to cracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre Cold Wax paintings subject to melting because of the wax?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wax that is used to formulate the Cold Wax Medium has a melting point of approximately 155 degrees F. In most environments, Cold Wax paintings will remain quite stable. However, if you need to transport or ship the painting through a warm climate in the summer, consider air conditioning!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gamblin","offers":[{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":31920522002529,"sku":"GB03004","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1989\/7529\/files\/Coldwax4.jpg?v=1747345328"},{"product_id":"gamblin-solvent-free-fluid","title":"Gamblin Solvent-Free Fluid","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis fluid, solvent-free painting medium gives oil colors more flow and transparency. It has a moderately fast drying rate and increases gloss. Made from safflower oil and alkyd resin, it is non-toxic and contains no Gamsol or petroleum distillates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGentle on the sense while keeping pace with your process. This all-fat medium looks and feels like painting oils, but dries faster helping you stay in the creative flow. A little goes a long way! Use sparingly with oil colors, no more than 25% by volume. Not a varnish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/sQlsXH3jxYI?si=zEucwvZBHF-1GpZc\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gamblin","offers":[{"title":"4.2 oz","offer_id":32004124016737,"sku":"GB02604","price":11.81,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8.5 oz","offer_id":32004124049505,"sku":"GB02608","price":19.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1989\/7529\/files\/Solvent-freefluid4.jpg?v=1747345331"},{"product_id":"gamblin-solvent-free-gel","title":"Gamblin Solvent-Free Gel","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolvent-Free Gel\u003c\/strong\u003e gives colors more flow, transparency, and holds the shape of your brushmarks. Solvent-Free Gel increases gloss. Solvent-Free Gel has a moderate dry time rate of 3-4 days on average when used in moderation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe suggest to only use up to 25% Solvent-Free Gel in mixture with Artists Oil Colors. (A little goes a long way.) Using too much Solvent-Free Gel can cause extended dry time rates, wrinkling, and excess yellowing in your paint layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike\u003cspan\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mcartsupplies.sbs\/products\/gamblin-glakyd-gel-oil-painting-medium?_pos=5\u0026amp;_sid=ee9c2ebfe\u0026amp;_ss=r\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGalkyd Gel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor\u003cspan\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mcartsupplies.sbs\/products\/gamblin-glakyd-lite-gel-oil-painting-medium?_pos=3\u0026amp;_sid=c9b354168\u0026amp;_ss=r\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGalkyd Lite Gel\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, Solvent-Free Gel is made from safflower oil and alkyd resin and does not contain Gamsol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cTrDHkqvWVY?si=V6yJP3P-tx2GXK1b\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gamblin","offers":[{"title":"150 ml","offer_id":32004170711137,"sku":"GB01600","price":17.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1989\/7529\/files\/Solvent-freeGel150ml.jpg?v=1747345332"},{"product_id":"gamblin-safflower-oil","title":"Gamblin Safflower Oil","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGamblin Safflower Oil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis ideal for cleaning brushes during solvent-free painting sessions. Wipe away excess paint on a rag or paper towel and dip the brush into Safflower Oil. Work the brush and Safflower Oil on a glass palette or in a ceramic bowl until color floods from the brush. Wipe brush on a clean paint rag and continue painting.  Hang paint rags out to dry before disposal. If your painting session creates a lot of paint rags, use an Oily Rag Can for temporary disposal. Empty the oily rag can after each studio session into a sturdy plastic bag and soak with water before sealing the bag and disposing of in an outdoor garbage can or dumpster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSafflower Oil is also an excellent slow-drying painting medium that increases paint flow. One of the palest, least yellowing of all drying oils, Safflower is the same oil binder used in several Gamblin whites: Radiant White, Titanium-Zinc White, Warm White, Cool White. Use only a small amount (up to 25%) of Safflower Oil straight or thin with 50% \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/mcartsupplies.sbs\/products\/gamblin-gamsol-odorless-mineral-spirits?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=gamsol\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGamsol\u003c\/a\u003e to use in higher proportions or for thin transparent glazing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat is the difference between Gamblin Safflower Oil and the safflower oil I can get from the grocery store? \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGamblin Safflower Oil and food grade safflower oil are essentially the same. However, there is one important distinction to be made- drying properties. We source our safflower oil with tight iodine value specifications to make sure it will dry in a paint film. Safflower oil’s iodine value is one metric that ensures the oil will properly dry. Cooking safflower oil\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cu\u003emay or may not\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003edry properly in an oil paint film and may vary in drying properties from bottle to bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gamblin","offers":[{"title":"4.2 oz","offer_id":32069185470561,"sku":"GB09004","price":9.01,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1989\/7529\/files\/SafflowerOil4.jpg?v=1747345334"},{"product_id":"winsor-newton-artisan-water-mixable-painting-medium","title":"Winsor \u0026 Newton Artisan Water Mixable Painting Medium","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis slow drying medium reduces consistency, increases luminosity \u0026amp; flexibility of Artisan Oil Colour. It is ideal for oiling out \u0026amp; enriching dull patches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResists yellowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be cleaned up with water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be thinned with Artisan thinner.\u003c\/li\u003e","brand":"Winsor \u0026 Newton","offers":[{"title":"75 ml (2.5 oz)","offer_id":32598078292065,"sku":"3221725","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1989\/7529\/products\/3221725.jpg?v=1748469790"},{"product_id":"winsor-newton-artisan-water-mixable-impasto-medium","title":"Winsor \u0026 Newton Artisan Water Mixable Impasto Medium","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis stiff, quick-drying medium retains marks when mixed with color. It resists yellowing and can be cleaned up with water. For thick impasto, texture can be built in several layers by allowing each later to dry first.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Winsor \u0026 Newton","offers":[{"title":"2 oz Tube","offer_id":32630684450913,"sku":"WN3219722","price":13.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1989\/7529\/files\/11250_d8e9c2a2-a9f6-4b72-bd77-d10d43bddb06.webp?v=1785257968"},{"product_id":"winsor-newton-artisan-safflower-oil","title":"Winsor \u0026 Newton Artisan Safflower Oil","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis oil improves the flow, increases gloss \u0026amp; transparency of Artisan Oil Colour. It is particularly suitable for use with whites \u0026amp; pale colours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDries slowly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be cleaned up with water.\u003c\/li\u003e","brand":"Winsor \u0026 Newton","offers":[{"title":"75 ml (2.5 oz)","offer_id":32666898432097,"sku":"3221726","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1989\/7529\/products\/3221726.jpg?v=1748469792"},{"product_id":"winsor-newton-artisan-varnish-remover","title":"Winsor \u0026 Newton Artisan Varnish Remover","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis safely removes Artisan varnishes from paintings for cleaning \u0026amp; re-varnishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply generously onto a lint free cloth and gently rub into the varnish film. If slight pigment is visible on the cloth this is an indication that the removal has been successful.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid undue abrasion.\u003c\/li\u003e","brand":"Winsor \u0026 Newton","offers":[{"title":"75 ml (2.5 oz)","offer_id":32666900070497,"sku":"WN3221730","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1989\/7529\/products\/3221730.jpg?v=1750284125"},{"product_id":"winsor-newton-artisan-stand-oil","title":"Winsor \u0026 Newton Artisan Stand Oil","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis oil is ideal for glazing \u0026amp; fine details as it gives a smooth enamel effect finish with no brush marks. It also increases film durability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlows drying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be cleaned up with water.\u003c\/li\u003e","brand":"Winsor \u0026 Newton","offers":[{"title":"75 ml (2.5 oz)","offer_id":32666903019617,"sku":"WN3221728","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1989\/7529\/products\/3221728.jpg?v=1748469796"},{"product_id":"winsor-newton-artisan-linseed-oil","title":"Winsor \u0026 Newton Artisan Linseed Oil","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis oil reduces the consistency and improves flow of Artisan oil colours. It also increases gloss and transparency.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlows drying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be cleaned up with water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse when painting in layers to maintain the \"fat over lean\" rule.\u003c\/li\u003e","brand":"Winsor \u0026 Newton","offers":[{"title":"75 ml (2.5 oz)","offer_id":32666904625249,"sku":"WN3221723","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1989\/7529\/products\/3221723.jpg?v=1748469797"},{"product_id":"winsor-newton-artisan-water-mixable-thinner","title":"Winsor \u0026 Newton Artisan Water Mixable Thinner","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis thinner has been specially developed to maintain the oily feel \u0026amp; keeps Artisan colour open longer than water. Although water is suitable as a diluent for the colour, its speedy evaporation can make the colour thicken upon the palette much quicker than conventional oil colour would when used with turpentine. As Artisan thinner does not form an emulsion with the colour, there is less colour change than there would be with water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow odour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be cleaned up with water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be combined with Artisan oils to prepare mediums.\u003c\/li\u003e","brand":"Winsor \u0026 Newton","offers":[{"title":"75 ml","offer_id":37944334614725,"sku":"WN3221729","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1989\/7529\/products\/3221729.jpg?v=1748469799"},{"product_id":"grumbacher-cobalt-drier","title":"Grumbacher Cobalt Drier","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAs its name implies, it speeds the drying time of oil colors. Add to add to an oil painting medium in drops as opposed to adding directly to oil paint. Cobalt Drier is an extremely strong additive for oil paints and should be used sparingly. Test medium before applying it to an oil painting. Over use may cause cracking of paint film when drying. Made in the USA.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Grumbacher","offers":[{"title":"2.5 oz","offer_id":42527040962789,"sku":"GR5942","price":20.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1989\/7529\/products\/014173356529__70960.1598921663.jpg?v=1645643512"},{"product_id":"gamblin-glakyd-lite-oil-painting-medium","title":"Gamblin Galkyd Lite Oil Painting Medium","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGalkyd Lite\u003c\/strong\u003e thins oil colors and increases transparency and gloss. When used in moderation with oil colors, Galkyd Lite will retain brushstrokes. Thin layers will be touch-dry in 24 to 30 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGalkyd Lite contains\u003cspan\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/mcartsupplies.sbs\/products\/gamblin-gamsol-odorless-mineral-spirits?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=gamsol\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGamsol\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. The main difference between\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGalkyd Lite vs.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mcartsupplies.sbs\/products\/gamblin-glakyd-oil-painting-medium?_pos=4\u0026amp;_sid=b4605ecb4\u0026amp;_ss=r\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGalkyd\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is that Galkyd Lite contains\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003emore Gamsol\u003c\/em\u003e, making it a thinner and more fluid consistency. You can dilute Galkyd Lite with additional Gamsol, this is recommended for underpainting and fluid washes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Shelf Life Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStore medium bottle \u003cstrong\u003eUPSIDE-DOWN\u003c\/strong\u003e to prevent skinning over, congealing and solidification of this medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlkyd resin dries first by solvent evaporation, then by oxidation. The introduction of air space into a newly opened bottle permits some solvent evaporation and drying – even with the cap tightly secured. As the medium is used over time, the air space in the bottle gets larger causing the remaining medium to dry out more quickly. Upside-down storage has shown that storage upside down creates the best vapor lock limiting air flow in and solvent evaporation out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Shelf Life Tips \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf your medium appears to have thickened even slightly, add a small amount of Gamsol and shake thoroughly until it is restored to its original consistency. Managing the viscosity of the medium from the moment it is opened will ensure the longest shelf life possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen decanting medium into a separate container, pour out only what you will use in a single painting session. If a larger size bottle of painting medium is drying out before you can use all of it, consider purchasing a smaller size next time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore painting mediums in daylight to maintain their lighter color. All drying oils and alkyd resin mediums will deepen in color when stored in the dark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNever use Galkyd as a varnish!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGalkyd, Galkyd Lite or any oil painting medium, should not be used as a varnish. Using oil mediums as a varnish will increase yellowing of the painting over time. Varnishes need to be clear, non-yellowing and, by archival standards, removable. \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/mcartsupplies.sbs\/products\/gamblin-gamvar-picture-varnish?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=gamvar\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGamvar Picture Varnish\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gamblincolors.com\/oil-painting\/gamvar-picture-varnish\/\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e meets all these criteria and is the best way to finish an oil or acrylic painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGamblin Artists' Oil Painting Mediums set the standard for maximizing artistic freedom, Studio Safety, and permanence. Gamblin gives artists the tools to paint in any style they choose, with confidence in the permanence of their work and the safety of their studio. With Gamblin's complete system of mediums, artists can recreate the painting techniques of the past or the methods of contemporary masters to transform oils and mediums of the highest quality into permanent works of art. 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To limit yellowing consider how the more medium used, the thinner the application needs to be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Galkyd Gel is a stiffer gel compared to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/mcartsupplies.sbs\/products\/gamblin-glakyd-lite-gel-oil-painting-medium?_pos=3\u0026amp;_sid=c9b354168\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGalkyd Lite Gel\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e that holds thicker, sharper brushmarks and dries more quickly. Galkyd Gel increases transparency of oil colors and creates impasto.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGamblin Artists' Oil Painting Mediums set the standard for maximizing artistic freedom, Studio Safety, and permanence. Gamblin gives artists the tools to paint in any style they choose, with confidence in the permanence of their work and the safety of their studio. With Gamblin's complete system of mediums, artists can recreate the painting techniques of the past or the methods of contemporary masters to transform oils and mediums of the highest quality into permanent works of art. 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