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GOLDEN Absorbent Grounds

GOLDEN Absorbent Grounds

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GOLDEN Absorbent Grounds

Create a porous, paper-like surface on many different substrates.

GOLDEN Absorbent Ground, designed for stain and watercolor-type applications, is light stable, permanent and flexible. While it has a gesso-like consistency, it is not intended as a gesso alternative.It must be applied over a porous and "toothy" surface, such as GOLDEN Gessoto ensure adequate adhesion due to the type and level of solids in the product.

Once properly sealed, it is a permanent acrylic film that does not need to be kept under glass, however, the surface is quite delicate and additional protection is recommended. A properly applied isolation coat and GOLDEN Varnishes (Polymer & MSA) will protect the artwork from environmental factors such as sunlight and dust.

How to Apply

Apply onto gessoed canvas, hardboard, wood or other surface with a brush, roller or squeegee. No thinning is necessary, although for increased leveling or ease of application, up to 25% water may be added.For best resultsapply Absorbent Ground over the regular Gesso in two coats - the first coat neat, then wait until fully dry (in 40-65% RH dry time is typically 8-12hrs). The second coat should be with some water (about 20%).

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Therese M. (New Westminster, CA)
8oz
Using between wood and gouache

Still getting the hang of how many coats is necessary for the desired application, but so far so good!

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