Derivan Block Ink Medium Extender is a versatile medium that can be used in two ways to create relief prints. Add Derivan Block Ink Medium Extender to extend the colour without diluting the structure of your paint.

Up to a 1:1 ratio the colour will be extended, after this the colour will start to become more transparent. Derivan Block Ink Medium Extender can also be added to Matisse Structure Acrylic colours to create block printing ink. A ratio of 1:1 is recommended.

Derivan Spreader is a transparent, flowing paste which is hardly discernible when dry. Imparting fine flow, controlled spreadability & lubrication, Derivan Spreader is primarily used for glazing and spreading large volumes of colour.

Derivan Cracking Medium, when sandwiched between two layers of Matisse Background Colours, creates a cracked & weathered look. Derivan Cracking Medium is water-based and may not perform as well with other brands of paint.

Derivan Polymer Gloss Varnish is versatile, ideal for use as a glue for paper and as a varnish in collages. When intermixed with colour, Derivan Polymer Gloss Varnish increases gloss and flow characteristics. Derivan Polymer Gloss Varnish is water-based and may appear slightly milky when wet.