Oil Painting Mediums & Varnishes

Galkyd thins oil colors and increases transparency and gloss. When used in greater proportions with oil color, it will level brushstrokes, creating an enamel-like surface. It is Gamblin's fastest-drying painting medium. Thin layers will be...

Galkyd Lite thins oil colors and increases transparency and gloss. When used in moderation with oil colors, it is more fluid and less glossy compared to Galkyd. Thin layers will be touch-dry in 24-30 hours.

This fluid, solvent-free painting medium gives oil colors more flow and transparency. It has a moderately fast drying rate and increases gloss. Made from safflower oil and alkyd resin, it is non-toxic and contains no Gamsol or petroleum distillates.

Artists' Gloss Varnish - 75ml bottle - A superior quality UV resistant artists' gloss varnish removable with Artists' White Spirit or Distilled Turpentine.Quick drying. Non-yellowing. Does not bloom or crack. Do not use until painting is completely...

Artists' Retouching Varnish - 75ml bottle - A UV resistant gloss varnish which gives temporary protection to recently completed oil paintings.Quick drying.Ensure painting is touch dry. Use thinly. Do not use as a medium.

Artists' Satin Varnish - 75ml bottle - A superior quality UV resistant artists' satin varnish removable with Artists' White Spirit or Distilled Turpentine.Quick drying.Non-yellowing. Does not bloom or crack.Do not use until painting is completely dry...

Temporarily dull bright or shiny surfaces for photo shoots, filming and other multi-media projects. This spray effectively dulls reflective surfaces, including chrome - simplifying lighting arrangements. When camera work is completed, this coating...

Liquin Original - 75ml bottle - This reliable favourite is a general purpose semi gloss medium which speeds drying, improves flow and reduces brush stroke retention.Halves the drying time of conventional oil colour (touch dry in 1-6 days depending on...

Liquin Light Gel - 75ml bottle - This quick drying gloss medium offers a slight gel that brushes out smoothly and is ideal for artists looking for a non-drip effect when mixed with colour. Speeds drying (touch dry in 1-6 days depending on colour &...

Our leanest oil painting medium. Can be used to preparing panels for oil painting. Restores saturation and depth of color in dry paintings.

This refined linseed oil is the palest of linseed oils. Adding it to colors increases flow and slows dry times. Use sparingly or mix with an equal amount Gamsol to create a traditional slow-drying, low-viscosity painting medium.

Gamsol is the safest solvent that allows artists to work in traditional and contemporary techniques without compromise. It can be used to thin oil colors and painting mediums, and for general studio clean-up. This 100% pure odorless mineral spirit is...

Genuine alkali-refined linseed oil. Increases flow, transparency and gloss. Useful as ingredient in painting mediums.   

Brush Cleaner & Restorer - 4 oz. bottle - For dried acrylic, oil, and alkyd colour, this is a non-toxic, biodegradable,nonflammable, non-abrasive, low vapor product that safely and easily cleans both natural and synthetic brushes without damage to...

Distilled Turpentine - 75ml bottle - A fast evaporating, highly refined essential oil with the strongest thinning & brush cleaning power of all Artists' grade solvents.Suitable for removing varnish (including Dammar Varnish).Keep tightly closed and...

Refined Linseed Oil - 75ml bottle - - Winsor & Newton's most popular oil. A low viscosity alkali refined oil of pale colour that dries slowly.Reduces oil colour consistency. Increases gloss & transparency.Add to other oils to slow drying.