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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.

 

Liquitex Palette Wetting Spray

Mediums & Varnishes

NOW $34.85

Liquitex Palette Wetting Spray is used to keep acrylic colours fresh on the palette and to stop paint from skinning. Formulated to slow the drying time and prevent mould, Liquited Palette Wetting Spray is an innovative resin which can be used repeatedly on the palette or sparingly on the canvas.

 

Liquitex Satin & Matte Varnishes

Mediums & Varnishes

FROM $34.85

Liquitex Acrylic Polymer Varnishes are made from 100% polymer emulsions and form durable films when dry. Posessing excellent flexibility and resistance, Liquitex Acrylic Polymer Varnishes provide lasting protection against chemicals, water, abrasion & ultraviolet radiation.

Matte - provides a satin, non-glare, low-sheen final coat. Intensifies dull colours without drastically reducing colour depth

Satin - final, clear & non-yellowing

 

Liquitex Slow-Dri Blending Fluid

Mediums & Varnishes

NOW $24.35

Liquitex Slow-Dri Blending Fluid is uniquely formulated for superior surface blending with acrylic colours. Without jeopardizing the paint strength, Liquitex Slow-Dri Blending Fluid increases the "open" working time of the paint. Flexible and non-yellowing, Liquitex Slow-Dri Blending Fluid is water-resistant and clear when dry. Ideal for softer edges & modelled forms.

 

Liquitex Slow-Dri Blending Gel

Mediums & Varnishes

NOW $34.85

Liquitex Slow-Dri Blending Gel Medium extends drying time of acrylic paints by up to 40% and enhances colour intensity, transparency and gloss to your artwork.  Liquitex Slow-Dri Blending Gel Medium is transparent and water-resistant and will not yellow.

 

Liquitex Slow-Dri Gel Retarder

Mediums & Varnishes

NOW $34.85

Liquitex Slow-Dri Retarders are designed to extend the drying time of acrylic paints.

Liquitex Slow-Dri Retarder - Gel features:

  • Heavy-body, thick consistency
  • Ideal for working in low humidity or when increased workability & blending time is needed
  • Retains brushstrokes & adds body when added to low-viscosity colours
 

Liquitex Slow-Dri Fluid Retarder

Mediums & Varnishes

NOW $24.35

Liquitex Slow-Dri Retarders are designed to extend the drying time of acrylic paints.

Liquitex Slow-Dri Retarder - Fluid features:

  • Increases transparency
  • Reduces paint skinning
  • Excellent for liner work, transparent washes & wet-on-wet
 

Liquitex String Gel

Mediums & Varnishes

NOW $55.65

Liquitex String Gel enhances the depth of colours and increases the transparency & flow of your favourite acrylic paints. Ropey strands, controlled drips & pours, and long, flowing marks, are just a handful of the effects possible with Liquitex String Gel.

 

Liquitex Super Heavy Gel

Mediums & Varnishes

FROM $34.85

Liquitex Super Heavy Gloss Gel is a very dense medium with high surface drag for a stiff, oil paint-like feel. In addition to keeping your paint workable for longer, Liquitex Super Heavy Gloss Gel extends paint volume while increasing brilliance, transparency and gloss. Perfect for use as an extender, ground, or collage & mixed-media adhesive.

 

Liquitex Gloss Super Heavy Gel

Mediums & Varnishes

FROM $84.00

Liquitex Super Heavy Gloss Gel is a very dense medium with high surface drag for a stiff, oil paint-like feel. In addition to keeping your paint workable for longer, Liquitex Super Heavy Gloss Gel extends paint volume while increasing brilliance, transparency and gloss. Perfect for use as an extender, ground, or collage & mixed-media adhesive.

 

Liquitex Texture Effects Gels

Mediums & Varnishes

ONLY $55.65

Liquitex Texture Effects Gels produce a variety of unique textural, dimensional & reflective effects when mixed with acrylics.

Liquitex Texture Effects Gels:

Black Lava - Gel appears grey when wet, but dries to a ground, lava black. The quality of this Liquitex Texture Effect Gel is most apparent when mixed with translucent colours.

Blended Fibres - A thick, fibrous gel that gives the effect of flexible fibres. Dries to a matte finish.

Ceramic Stucco - Thick, low-lustre gel which dries to a light grey matte finish. Use to produce thick 3D effects or as a ground for acrylic & oil paint.

Glass Beads - Contains clear, round aggregates that dry to a semi-gloss, reflective "bubbly" surface. Looks best when mixed with transparent or translucent colours.

Natural Sand - Dries to a surface similar to glossy beach sand. Can be mixed to improve blending.

Resin Sand (Coarse) - Dries to a rough cemeent look and will retain texture when mixed with paint.

White Opaque Flakes - Contains irregular sized & shaped opaque flakes. Most apparent with transparent or opaque colours.

Liquitex Texture Effects Gels are lightweight and dry to a water-resistant, non-yellowing surface.

 

Liquitex Ultra Matte Fluid Medium

Mediums & Varnishes

NOW $34.85

Liquitex Fluid Matte Mediums can be added to acrylic paint to create a matte, non-reflecting finish. Opaque when wet and translucent when dry, Liquitex Fluid Matte Mediums are able to extend colour, increase transparency and ease paint flow, while adding to the flexibility and adhesion of paint.

Ultra Matte is ideal for large projects where transparency is not desired.

 

Liquitex Ultra Matte Gel

Mediums & Varnishes

NOW $34.85

Liquitex Matte Gels are a professional matte gel medium. Intermixable with the Liquitex Professional Acrylic Paint range, Liquitex Matte Gels possess viscosity and body similar to Liquitex Heavy Body Paint.

Varying consistencies available will produce greater adhesive abilities and are also suitable for use as an extender, ground or binder.

Lightweight and non-toxic, Liquitex Matte Gels are safe for educational use.

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.