Academy Canvas is 100% cotton which is ideal for use with oil, acrylic or alkyd paints. The stretcher bars are made from Swedish pine which results in a very strong support to the canvas. The bars are also sustainably sourced. Academy canvas is 280gsm (5oz) weight, is triple primed with quality acrylic gesso and is back stapled. The thick edge Academy canvas range is 1.5” thick. Ideal for artists, hobbyists and students.