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Painting Mediums & Varnishes

Uncover our range of Mediums & Varnishes at Discount Art & Craft Warehouse. Find an extensive array of products including Acrylic Mediums & Varnishes, Oil Mediums & Varnishes, Watercolour Mediums & Varnishes, Primers & Gesso, and Spray Varnishes.

We believe that art should be accessible and available to everyone within every budget. Whether you are a professional or a beginner, we aim to provide you with exactly what you need! We stock a wide range of Mediums & Varnishes from the biggest art brands around including Derwent, Reeves, Winsor & Newton, Faber-Castell, Art Spectrum, Copic, Matisse and many more.

 

Matisse Surface Tension Breaker 250ml

Mediums & Varnishes

NOW $20.00

Matisse Surface Tension Breaker is used to disperse & break-down the surface tension, by increasing the flow properties, of acrylic paints. Matisse Surface Tension Breaker is ideal for stain-painting and water-wash applications.

 

Matisse Spreader

Mediums & Varnishes

FROM $20.00

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

 

Matisse Retarder Medium 250ml

Mediums & Varnishes

NOW $20.00

Matisse Retarder Medium slows the drying time of acrylic paints.

 

Matisse Print Paste 1L

Mediums & Varnishes

NOW $52.95

Screen printing on paper? Mix Matisse Print Paste with acrylic colours to extend the drying time of the paint in the screen.

 

Matisse Polymer Water-Based Varnishes

Mediums & Varnishes

FROM $21.40

Matisse Polymer Water-Based Varnishes serve as a finishing varnish or are freely intermixable with acrylic colours and mediums to achieve varying degrees of water resistance and flow. Use over dried, well-cured acrylic paints.

Matisse Polymer Water-Based Varnish - Gloss

  • Increases gloss & flow
  • Produces a strong, protective, tack-free, clear film
  • Effect resembles oil paint or shiny enamel

Matisse Polymer Water-Based Varnish - Matt

  • Use when a flat, matt or very low sheen is required
  • Suitable as protective coating over large works exposed to damage & paintings for floodlit photographic reproduction

Matisse Polymer Water-Based Varnish - Satin

  • Satin or mid-level sheen
 

Matisse Open Medium 250ml

Mediums & Varnishes

NOW $21.40

Matisse Open Medium can be mixed with acrylic colours to prolong drying time, while still maintaining the paint's consistency. Best suited for outdoor painting, particularly in hot weather, Matisse Open Medium gives the paint a smooth & buttery handling with a glowing satin finish.

 

Matisse Fabric Fixative 250ml

Mediums & Varnishes

NOW $21.40

Mix your acrylic colours with Matisse Fabric Fixative to create permanent designs on fabrics and textiles. Mix equal parts of Matisse Fabric Fixative & acrylic paint, then heat-set with an iron to ensure your designs become wash-fast.

 

Matisse Clear Sealer 250ml

Mediums & Varnishes

NOW $20.00

Matisse Clear Sealer is specifcally formulated for folk art techniques on raw wood, glass, ceramics, terracotta pots and new metals.

 

Matisse Acrylic Painting Binder

Mediums & Varnishes

FROM $20.00

Matisse Acrylic Painting Binder is a low-sheen and transparent primer with good adhesion. Principally used as a a paint dilutant for canvas, paper or board.

 

Derivan Polymer Gloss Varnish

Mediums & Varnishes

FROM $35.30

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.

 

Langridge Verdigris Base 500ml

Mediums & Varnishes

NOW $44.80

Langridge Verdigris Base is a copper-based paint which will provide a classic, real green-grey once reacted with Langridge Oxidising Patina.

 

Langridge Oxidising Patina 500ml

Mediums & Varnishes

NOW $31.95

Langridge Oxidising Patina is used to activate a rust or verdigris finish.

FAQs about Painting Mediums & Varnishes

Paint mediums come in different types including acrylic, watercolor, oil, gouache and ink, and are a substance that is added to paint to change one or some of its properties such as making it thicker, thinner or lengthening its drying time.

There are a number of different ways to make paint mediums and it's always best to check the instructions on the package before you start. However, a quick and easy at home paint medium for acrylic paints is to mix equal parts water with white glue in a jar and shake to mix.

The short answer, is yes. The varnish will help protect the paint from dust, UV rays and discolouration, plus, it will give your artwork a beautiful gloss and help bring out the colours. You can find varnish in different forms including gloss, satin or matte to finish your look.

Our mission at Discount Art n Craft Warehouse is to supply art n craft lovers with the biggest choice of products at the most affordable low prices.

Looking for mediums and varnishes for your next art & craft project? Whether it’s a Gesso primer for your canvas or an interactive medium for blending acrylic and oil paints to a varnish to finish a piece, our range of mediums and varnishes will provide you with the support you need to create something truly special.

All our mediums and varnishes come from trusted brands including Atelier, Micador, Liquitex, Chromacyl, Art Spectrum and all are affordably priced in line with our focus on providing the best quality products at the lowest possible cost.

Discount Art n Craft Warehouse is an Australian owned and operated online business and we are passionate about offering a superior range of art and craft supplies at competitive prices.

We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Paypal, and we deliver to all Australian states and territories using Australia Post, eParcel and Star Track Express, with a choice of either standard, express or bulk shipping rates. Make art and craft a part of your everyday life and shop mediums and varnishes at Discount Art N Craft Warehouse today.