{"product_id":"liquitex-clear-professional-gesso-surface-prep-medium-237ml-translucent-high-tooth-primer-for-acrylics-mixed-media","title":"Liquitex Clear Professional Gesso Surface Prep Medium 237ml — translucent, high-tooth primer for acrylics \u0026 mixed media","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiquitex Professional Clear Gesso Surface Prep Medium is a clear, high-tooth acrylic primer that seals surfaces and creates a receptive ground for acrylics, oils, pastels, and drawing media.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you work on canvas, paper, wood, or unconventional supports, this clear gesso from Liquitex prepares and stabilizes the surface while preserving texture and appearance. It dries to a translucent, water-resistant finish and adds tooth for improved adhesion of pigment and drawing materials. Light in weight and non-toxic, the 237 ml (8 oz) bottle is designed for studio and educational use and mixes easily with Liquitex Professional colors to produce tinted grounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this clear gesso change surface texture and adhesion?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClear gesso increases surface tooth so pigment and pastels grip more securely without hiding the surface underneath. It’s formulated to provide a reliable ground for both wet and dry media while remaining translucent enough to allow underlying textures or printed surfaces to show through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCreates a high-tooth finish ideal for pastel, charcoal, and oil pastel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eImproves paint adhesion for acrylic and oil layers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePreserves underlying surface texture and details when applied thinly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I tint or mix this medium with color?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — mix a small amount of transparent or translucent Liquitex acrylic color into the clear gesso to make a subtle tinted ground. Tinted grounds control overall hue and value while maintaining the gesso’s tooth and translucency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlend with Soft Body or Professional acrylics for custom tints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaintain transparency by using only small amounts of color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTest mixtures on a sample piece to confirm desired tone and translucence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich surfaces is this primer suitable for and how should I apply it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse Liquitex Clear Gesso on any clean, porous, non-oily surface such as canvas, paper, board, or wood. Apply with a brush, roller, or foam pad in thin, even coats; a single coat often suffices for professional gesso, though heavier application increases tooth and opacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIdeal for canvas, paper, wood panels, and mural substrates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApply thin coats and allow drying between layers for best results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDries to a water-resistant, non-yellowing finish suitable for later paint layers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this product safe and compatible with other Liquitex materials?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLiquitex Clear Gesso conforms to ASTM D4236 and is non-toxic, making it appropriate for classrooms and home studios. It intermixes with Liquitex Professional acrylic paints and mediums, so you can build grounds and textures that integrate seamlessly with the rest of your workflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNon-toxic and conforming to ASTM D4236 for educational safety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntermixable with Liquitex Professional paints and mediums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDries stable and non-yellowing for archival-ready support layers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? Artists, instructors, muralists, and craft makers who need a clear, toothy primer that preserves surface character will find this Liquitex clear gesso valuable. It's especially useful for creators who layer mixed media — combining drawing materials, acrylics, or oils — and for anyone wanting a translucent ground or a custom-tinted primer using professional acrylic colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I use Liquitex Clear Gesso for oil painting?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. It creates a toothy, stable ground suitable for both acrylic and oil paints once fully dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How many coats do I need for good coverage?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Often one thin coat suffices for professional gesso, but additional coats increase tooth and opacity as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Liquitex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52906644832568,"sku":"B001UNTGRE","price":59.17,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6799\/6984\/files\/liquitex-clear-gesso-front-label.jpg?v=1788509667","url":"https:\/\/kelorix.ca\/products\/liquitex-clear-professional-gesso-surface-prep-medium-237ml-translucent-high-tooth-primer-for-acrylics-mixed-media","provider":"Kelorix Canada | Shop Home, Electronics, Beauty, Toys \u0026 More","version":"1.0","type":"link"}