{"id":6769,"date":"2021-02-22T11:57:20","date_gmt":"2021-02-22T11:57:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/?p=6769"},"modified":"2024-07-16T14:30:10","modified_gmt":"2024-07-16T14:30:10","slug":"acrylic-medium","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/en\/acrylic-medium\/","title":{"rendered":"Acrylic Medium &#8211; Looking at the Best Acrylic Paint Mediums"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"shariff shariff-align-left shariff-widget-align-left shariff-buttonstretch\"><ul class=\"shariff-buttons theme-color orientation-horizontal buttonsize-medium\"><li class=\"shariff-button facebook shariff-nocustomcolor\" style=\"background-color:#4273c8\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Ffluid-painting.com%2Fen%2Facrylic-medium%2F\" title=\"Share on Facebook\" aria-label=\"Share on Facebook\" role=\"button\" rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"shariff-link\" style=\"; background-color:#3b5998; color:#fff\" target=\"_blank\"><span class=\"shariff-icon\" style=\"\"><svg width=\"32px\" height=\"20px\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 18 32\"><path fill=\"#3b5998\" d=\"M17.1 0.2v4.7h-2.8q-1.5 0-2.1 0.6t-0.5 1.9v3.4h5.2l-0.7 5.3h-4.5v13.6h-5.5v-13.6h-4.5v-5.3h4.5v-3.9q0-3.3 1.9-5.2t5-1.8q2.6 0 4.1 0.2z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"shariff-text\">share<\/span>&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class=\"shariff-button pinterest shariff-nocustomcolor\" style=\"background-color:#e70f18\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/link\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffluid-painting.com%2Fen%2Facrylic-medium%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Ffluid-painting.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2021%2F02%2FAcrylic-Medium.jpg&description=Acrylic%20Medium%20%E2%80%93%20Looking%20at%20the%20Best%20Acrylic%20Paint%20Mediums\" title=\"Pin it on Pinterest\" aria-label=\"Pin it on Pinterest\" role=\"button\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" class=\"shariff-link\" style=\"; background-color:#cb2027; color:#fff\" target=\"_blank\"><span class=\"shariff-icon\" style=\"\"><svg width=\"32px\" height=\"20px\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 27 32\"><path fill=\"#cb2027\" d=\"M27.4 16q0 3.7-1.8 6.9t-5 5-6.9 1.9q-2 0-3.9-0.6 1.1-1.7 1.4-2.9 0.2-0.6 1-3.8 0.4 0.7 1.3 1.2t2 0.5q2.1 0 3.8-1.2t2.7-3.4 0.9-4.8q0-2-1.1-3.8t-3.1-2.9-4.5-1.2q-1.9 0-3.5 0.5t-2.8 1.4-2 2-1.2 2.3-0.4 2.4q0 1.9 0.7 3.3t2.1 2q0.5 0.2 0.7-0.4 0-0.1 0.1-0.5t0.2-0.5q0.1-0.4-0.2-0.8-0.9-1.1-0.9-2.7 0-2.7 1.9-4.6t4.9-2q2.7 0 4.2 1.5t1.5 3.8q0 3-1.2 5.2t-3.1 2.1q-1.1 0-1.7-0.8t-0.4-1.9q0.1-0.6 0.5-1.7t0.5-1.8 0.2-1.4q0-0.9-0.5-1.5t-1.4-0.6q-1.1 0-1.9 1t-0.8 2.6q0 1.3 0.4 2.2l-1.8 7.5q-0.3 1.2-0.2 3.2-3.7-1.6-6-5t-2.3-7.6q0-3.7 1.9-6.9t5-5 6.9-1.9 6.9 1.9 5 5 1.8 6.9z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"shariff-text\">save<\/span>&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class=\"shariff-button twitter shariff-nocustomcolor\" style=\"background-color:#595959\"><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/share?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffluid-painting.com%2Fen%2Facrylic-medium%2F&text=Acrylic%20Medium%20%E2%80%93%20Looking%20at%20the%20Best%20Acrylic%20Paint%20Mediums\" title=\"Share on X\" aria-label=\"Share on X\" role=\"button\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" class=\"shariff-link\" style=\"; background-color:#000; color:#fff\" target=\"_blank\"><span class=\"shariff-icon\" style=\"\"><svg width=\"32px\" height=\"20px\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path fill=\"#000\" d=\"M14.258 10.152L23.176 0h-2.113l-7.747 8.813L7.133 0H0l9.352 13.328L0 23.973h2.113l8.176-9.309 6.531 9.309h7.133zm-2.895 3.293l-.949-1.328L2.875 1.56h3.246l6.086 8.523.945 1.328 7.91 11.078h-3.246zm0 0\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"shariff-text\">share<\/span>&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><p><strong>In this article, we are going to discuss the wonders and advantages of using acrylic mediums in your paintings. Paint mediums can add to your paint&#8217;s versatility and range, allowing you to create different effects and textures. Just like using oils, acrylics have their own range of mediums and additives that are made of the same base formula as your acrylic paints. This makes them fast-drying and easy to clean up.&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>Before we dive into the best acrylic paint mediums, we are going to explore what types of paint mediums are best for what purpose.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>What Is a Paint Medium?<\/h2>\n<p>Painting mediums assist the artist in altering the consistency, texture, gloss, and even color of their paints. When <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/en\/oil-painting-techniques\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">oil painting<\/a><\/strong>, one would use an oil or chemical-based medium for the best results. With<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/en\/acrylic-painting-for-beginners\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">acrylic painting<\/a><\/strong>, however, you would need a water-based acrylic medium. These come in different forms, which we will discuss below.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6848\" src=\"https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Acrylic-Paint-Mediums.jpg\" alt=\"Acrylic Paint Mediums\" width=\"848\" height=\"565\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Acrylic-Paint-Mediums.jpg 848w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Acrylic-Paint-Mediums-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Acrylic-Paint-Mediums-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Acrylic-Paint-Mediums-30x20.jpg 30w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Acrylic-Paint-Mediums-75x50.jpg 75w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Acrylic-Paint-Mediums-110x73.jpg 110w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Acrylic-Paint-Mediums-160x107.jpg 160w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Acrylic-Paint-Mediums-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Acrylic-Paint-Mediums-610x406.jpg 610w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Acrylic-Paint-Mediums-750x500.jpg 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 848px) 100vw, 848px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Matte Acrylic Medium<\/h3>\n<p>This type of painting medium will assist in cases where you want a subtler and less glossy finish. Adding a matte medium to your acrylic paint will remove your paint&#8217;s natural shine and make your colors more opaque.&nbsp;You would use a matte acrylic medium:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>To remove gloss;<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>To dullen the appearance of colors;<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>As a decoupage glue alternative;<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>For acrylic transfers.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Acrylic Gloss Medium<\/h3>\n<p>Gloss mediums will enhance the shine and finish of your acrylic paints, making them thinner, smoother, and more transparent. This acrylic medium is perfect for glazing work as it acts as a varnish. Acrylic gloss mediums can also be used as a sealant over your artwork in order to protect them or to increase longevity by altering the binder-to-pigment ratio. You would&nbsp;use an acrylic gloss medium:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>To add shine;<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>To seal your paintings;<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>For acrylic transfers;<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>To increase the longevity of your artwork.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Acrylic Glazing Medium<\/h3>\n<p>Similar to your acrylic gloss medium, a glazing paint medium will create a glossy effect, making your acrylics clearer and softer. These are thicker water-based paint mediums that tend to come in different finishes such as gloss or satin for different effects. They are of a thick consistency and will add to the texture of your paints. You would use&nbsp;an acrylic glaze medium:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>For dulling colors;<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>In blending;<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>For toning and shading;<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>For adding gloss.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>Acrylic Glazing Fluid<\/h4>\n<p>Opposite to a normal glazing medium, an acrylic fluid medium is liquid, which will therefore make your paint more fluid. Fluid mediums work well for doing the job without sacrificing color saturation in your artwork. Glazing can be achieved simply by adding water to your acrylics. However, this tends to wash out your colors and weaken the binding agent in your paints. Glazing fluid mediums are beneficial as they will thin your paint while still maintaining the colors, and will allow your paint to properly adhere to the surface. You would use&nbsp;an acrylic glazing fluid medium:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>For underpaintings;<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>To add a glossy shine;<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>For altering colors.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6850\" src=\"https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Paint-Mediums.jpg\" alt=\"Paint Mediums\" width=\"848\" height=\"565\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Paint-Mediums.jpg 848w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Paint-Mediums-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Paint-Mediums-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Paint-Mediums-30x20.jpg 30w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Paint-Mediums-75x50.jpg 75w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Paint-Mediums-110x73.jpg 110w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Paint-Mediums-160x107.jpg 160w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Paint-Mediums-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Paint-Mediums-610x406.jpg 610w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Paint-Mediums-750x500.jpg 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 848px) 100vw, 848px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Gel Acrylic Medium<\/h3>\n<p>This range of paint mediums looks more like glue. It is a white paste that will allow for thicker textures and bold brushstrokes. Using a gel acrylic medium will naturally make your paint stickier and can allow it to act as an adhesive. Making this paint medium is a great option for collages and other paper projects.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>These also come in different finishes depending on your preference. In addition to the different finishes, gel mediums come in different consistencies: The heavy body option will maintain the thickness of your paint, while the liquid option makes your paint very watery and transparent. This would be useful in glazing techniques as well. You would&nbsp;use an acrylic gel medium:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>In decoupage and crafts;<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>For bold textures;<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>To thicken the paint;<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>For its adhesive qualities.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Retarding Medium<\/h3>\n<p>Paint retarders have the job of slowing down drying time when using acrylics. This makes them act in the same way oil paints would. These are useful for blending and <a href=\"https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/en\/mixing-colors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>color mixing<\/strong><\/a>, allowing you more time to tend to your layers and details. Some retarding paint mediums do not contain binding agents, which can make your paint runny and messy, so it is best to closely follow the instructions when adding these to your paints. You would use a paint retarder:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>To slow down drying time;<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>To add to workability;<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>For blending and color mixing.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Fluid Mediums<\/h3>\n<p>These are the liquid versions of the gel and paste paint mediums. Fluid acrylic mediums are meant to be poured and will therefore make your paints quite thin and more fluid. They have the same purpose as the gel mediums, but will allow for more workability and transparency when you are painting. These come in gloss, matte, glaze, and other finishes. You would&nbsp;use a fluid medium:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>When you need more fluidity in your paints;<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>In thinning paints;<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>For making colors more transparent;<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>To enhance colors or add-ons.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Now that we are aware of the various acrylic paint mediums available, we can take a look at some brand recommendations.<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>The Best Acrylic Paint Mediums: LIQUITEX Acrylic Mediums<\/h2>\n<p>Liquitex is a supplier and manufacturer of various painting mediums. This includes fluid, gloss, matte, and gel. What makes this brand so popular is their broad range of quality acrylic painting mediums and acrylic painting tools. To make things easier, they have defined their product range into three different categories: prep, paint, and finish.&nbsp; Here, we will look at three of their most popular acrylic mediums and the benefits of each one.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6852\" src=\"https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Painting-Mediums.jpg\" alt=\"Painting Mediums\" width=\"848\" height=\"565\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Painting-Mediums.jpg 848w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Painting-Mediums-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Painting-Mediums-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Painting-Mediums-30x20.jpg 30w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Painting-Mediums-75x50.jpg 75w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Painting-Mediums-110x73.jpg 110w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Painting-Mediums-160x107.jpg 160w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Painting-Mediums-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Painting-Mediums-610x406.jpg 610w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Painting-Mediums-750x500.jpg 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 848px) 100vw, 848px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>The Best Liquid Matte Medium: LIQUITEX Fluid Medium<\/h3>\n<p>This Liquitex acrylic medium is an all-purpose pouring fluid and will provide a matte finish when added to your paints. This painting medium is non-toxic and safe to use. The color is opaque upon application and translucent once dry, and it will add depth and intensity to your color pigments. Using this matte fluid medium will also provide dirt resistance to your artwork once done. This medium has a creamy consistency and will add to the fluidity and workability of your colors. 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}}.asa2_horizontal_box {box-shadow:0 10px 6px -6px #777;}.asa2_horizontal_box:before, .asa2_horizontal_box:after {box-shadow:none; }#asa2_01a574939abfee8731cfbcc51501e5a1-price-modal:target {opacity:1;pointer-events:auto;}<\/style><style type=\"text\/css\">.asa2_094c81356c9f39cc526443f4cd3ca2b0 .asa2-read-more-state ~ .asa2-read-more-trigger:before {content:\"Show more\";}.asa2_094c81356c9f39cc526443f4cd3ca2b0 .asa2-read-more-state:checked ~ .asa2-read-more-trigger:before {content:\"Show less\";}<\/style>\t\t\t<div class=\"asa2_h_box_tpl asa2_094c81356c9f39cc526443f4cd3ca2b0\" data-tpl=\"_fluid-painting-horizontal-box\"><div class=\"asa2_horizontal_box_outer\">\n  <div class=\"asa2_horizontal_box\" >\n\n    <div class=\"asa2-group\">\n    <div class=\"item_img asa2_product_col_1 \">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B000KNLFDS?tag=fluid-painting-20&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\"  title=\"LIQUITEX Professional Fluid Medium\"  target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-linktype=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31VIQzy7X6L._SL500_.jpg\"  alt=\"LIQUITEX Professional Fluid Medium\" \/><\/a>  <\/div>    <div class=\"asa2_product_col_2 \">\n                              \n \n                <div class=\"asa2_title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B000KNLFDS?tag=fluid-painting-20&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-linktype=\"title\">LIQUITEX Professional Fluid Medium<\/a><\/div>\n        <ul class=\"a-unordered-list a-vertical a-spacing-mini\">\r\n \t<li><span class=\"a-list-item\">Creates a matte, non-reflecting finish with acrylic colors<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><span class=\"a-list-item\">Lightweigh and non-toxic<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><span class=\"a-list-item\">Opaque when wet; translucent when dry<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\n                \n      <a class=\"asa2_fbh_button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B000KNLFDS?tag=fluid-painting-20&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">View on Amazon<\/a>\n      <\/div>    \n    <\/div>\n    <\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"sue-shadow-wrap su-u-trim sue-shadow-inline-no\"><div class=\"sue-shadow sue-shadow-style-simple\"><div class=\"sue-panel\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"self\" style=\"background-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:0px;box-shadow:0px 1px 2px #eeeeee;border:1px solid #cccccc\"><div class=\"sue-panel-content su-u-trim\" style=\"padding:15px;text-align:left\"><div class=\"su-row\"><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-2\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; color: #008000;\"><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"su-list\" style=\"margin-left:5px\">\n<ul>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Keeps paint wet and workable for longer<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Safe and non-toxic<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Enhances colors<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Provides a transparent protective layer to your work<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Can be used with gloss or varnish<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Available in different sizes<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div> <div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-2\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; color: #ff0000;\"><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"su-list\" style=\"margin-left:5px\">\n<ul>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-times-circle\" style=\"color:#ff0000\"><\/i> <strong>Bottleneck design makes decanting or pouring difficult<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-times-circle\" style=\"color:#ff0000\"><\/i> <strong>Some users reported a gloss shine when using too much<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-times-circle\" style=\"color:#ff0000\"><\/i> <strong>Not to be used with oil-based paints<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>The Best Gel Gloss Medium: LIQUITEX Professional Acrylic Gloss Medium<\/h3>\n<p>This <a href=\"https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/en\/how-to-thicken-acrylic-paint\/\"><strong>acrylic gloss medium is perfect for thickening paints<\/strong><\/a> and extending your colors. A creamy, gloss medium with a satin finish, this product makes blending and color mixing nice and simple. A gel medium is beneficial in adding body and thickening your thinner paints. This will also add to your drying time, so you can paint freely without your work drying too quickly. Liquitex acrylic gel mediums contain certain resins which add to the durability and adhesion qualities of your acrylics. This gel medium will leave your work with a smooth and glossy finish.<\/p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\">.asa2_e1b8abb767847bd21619acd407e9a050 .asa2-read-more-state ~ .asa2-read-more-trigger:before {content:\"Show more\";}.asa2_e1b8abb767847bd21619acd407e9a050 .asa2-read-more-state:checked ~ .asa2-read-more-trigger:before {content:\"Show less\";}<\/style>\t\t\t<div class=\"asa2_h_box_tpl asa2_e1b8abb767847bd21619acd407e9a050\" data-tpl=\"_fluid-painting-horizontal-box\"><div class=\"asa2_horizontal_box_outer\">\n  <div class=\"asa2_horizontal_box\" >\n\n    <div class=\"asa2-group\">\n    <div class=\"item_img asa2_product_col_1 \">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B000IYXIZM?tag=fluid-painting-20&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\"  title=\"LIQUITEX Professional Gloss Gel\"  target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-linktype=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/411ZELDIOLL._SL500_.jpg\"  alt=\"LIQUITEX Professional Gloss Gel\" \/><\/a>  <\/div>    <div class=\"asa2_product_col_2 \">\n                              \n \n                <div class=\"asa2_title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B000IYXIZM?tag=fluid-painting-20&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-linktype=\"title\">LIQUITEX Professional Gloss Gel<\/a><\/div>\n        <ul class=\"a-unordered-list a-vertical a-spacing-mini\">\r\n \t<li><span class=\"a-list-item\">Thick and creamy with a satin finish<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><span class=\"a-list-item\">Ideal for learning color theory and mixing<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><span class=\"a-list-item\">Retains peaks and brush strokes and good pigment load<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\n                \n      <a class=\"asa2_fbh_button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B000IYXIZM?tag=fluid-painting-20&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">View on Amazon<\/a>\n      <\/div>    \n    <\/div>\n    <\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"sue-shadow-wrap su-u-trim sue-shadow-inline-no\"><div class=\"sue-shadow sue-shadow-style-simple\"><div class=\"sue-panel\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"self\" style=\"background-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:0px;box-shadow:0px 1px 2px #eeeeee;border:1px solid #cccccc\"><div class=\"sue-panel-content su-u-trim\" style=\"padding:15px;text-align:left\"><div class=\"su-row\"><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-2\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; color: #008000;\"><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"su-list\" style=\"margin-left:5px\">\n<ul>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Glossy finish<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Extends colors<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Thickens watered down acrylics<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Extends drying time<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Makes paint thick and creamy<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Affordable<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div> <div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-2\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; color: #ff0000;\"><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"su-list\" style=\"margin-left:5px\">\n<ul>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-times-circle\" style=\"color:#ff0000\"><\/i> <strong>Dry time may take a few hours<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-times-circle\" style=\"color:#ff0000\"><\/i> <strong>Too thick to use as a finish coat alone; should be mixed with your paints<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>The Best Glaze Medium for Acrylics: LIQUITEX Professional Effects Glazing Medium<\/h3>\n<p>This acrylic glazing medium by Liquitex provides your work with an iridescent sheen, where the medium includes an acrylic polymer that has been mixed with ultra-fine pearlescent pigments. This medium will add a sparkle to your paints or can be used as a varnish in order to create a shimmer effect. It can also be used to thin out your thicker paints without making them watery. Liquitex glaze medium can also be applied over dry paints to reactivate them and add that pearly look.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\">.asa2_d671d33cbd12e70b5e1172982818864c .asa2-read-more-state ~ .asa2-read-more-trigger:before {content:\"Show more\";}.asa2_d671d33cbd12e70b5e1172982818864c .asa2-read-more-state:checked ~ .asa2-read-more-trigger:before {content:\"Show less\";}<\/style>\t\t\t<div class=\"asa2_h_box_tpl asa2_d671d33cbd12e70b5e1172982818864c\" data-tpl=\"_fluid-painting-horizontal-box\"><div class=\"asa2_horizontal_box_outer\">\n  <div class=\"asa2_horizontal_box\" >\n\n    <div class=\"asa2-group\">\n    <div class=\"item_img asa2_product_col_1 \">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B001US4S68?tag=fluid-painting-20&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\"  title=\"LIQUITEX Professional Effects Medium\"  target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-linktype=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31d2RAl37+L._SL500_.jpg\"  alt=\"LIQUITEX Professional Effects Medium\" \/><\/a>  <\/div>    <div class=\"asa2_product_col_2 \">\n            <div class=\"asa2_reviews\"><span class=\"asa2-a-icon asa2-a-icon-star asa2-a-star-4-5\" style=\"width: 80px !important;\"><\/span> <\/div>                  \n \n                <div class=\"asa2_title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B001US4S68?tag=fluid-painting-20&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-linktype=\"title\">LIQUITEX Professional Effects Medium<\/a><\/div>\n        <ul class=\"a-unordered-list a-vertical a-spacing-mini\">\r\n \t<li>Includes&nbsp;<span class=\"a-list-item\">an acrylic polymer with ultra-fine pearlescent mica pigment<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><span class=\"a-list-item\">Produces a range of iridescent or metallic colors with acrylics<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><span class=\"a-list-item\">Adds shimmer or sparkle to a picture even in the smallest amounts<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\n                \n      <a class=\"asa2_fbh_button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B001US4S68?tag=fluid-painting-20&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">View on Amazon<\/a>\n      <\/div>    \n    <\/div>\n    <\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"sue-shadow-wrap su-u-trim sue-shadow-inline-no\"><div class=\"sue-shadow sue-shadow-style-simple\"><div class=\"sue-panel\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"self\" style=\"background-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:0px;box-shadow:0px 1px 2px #eeeeee;border:1px solid #cccccc\"><div class=\"sue-panel-content su-u-trim\" style=\"padding:15px;text-align:left\"><div class=\"su-row\"><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-2\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; color: #008000;\"><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"su-list\" style=\"margin-left:5px\">\n<ul>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Affordable<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Iridescent pearl sheen<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Can be used as a varnish or mixed with paints<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Can reactivate previously dried acrylics<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Perfect for glazed layers<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div> <div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-2\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; color: #ff0000;\"><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"su-list\" style=\"margin-left:5px\">\n<ul>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-times-circle\" style=\"color:#ff0000\"><\/i> <strong>This will not slow down your paint&#8217;s drying time<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>The next brand we are looking at is the Golden range. This brand is known for their artist-quality products and broad range.<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>The Most Cost-Effective Acrylic Mediums: GOLDEN Acrylic Painting Mediums<\/h2>\n<p>Golden Paints was established by Sam Golden and his family, where they created the first usable acrylic paints from resin in the 1940s. Ever since then, Golden Paints has come to be a name renowned in the art world. Their range of acrylic mediums is extensive, including gel and fluid mediums as well as pastes and paints. Their gel range alone consists of five different options, ranging from soft gel to heavy gel mediums. Let us take a look below.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6851\" src=\"https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Painting-Medium.jpg\" alt=\"Painting Medium\" width=\"848\" height=\"565\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Painting-Medium.jpg 848w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Painting-Medium-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Painting-Medium-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Painting-Medium-30x20.jpg 30w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Painting-Medium-75x50.jpg 75w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Painting-Medium-110x73.jpg 110w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Painting-Medium-160x107.jpg 160w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Painting-Medium-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Painting-Medium-610x406.jpg 610w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Painting-Medium-750x500.jpg 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 848px) 100vw, 848px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>The Best Acrylic Textured Medium: GOLDEN Molding Paste or Textured Medium<\/h3>\n<p>Golden molding paste is perfect for use with acrylic and other water-based paints. This painting medium will allow you to build up layers and surfaces within your work, allowing you better use of textures. This paste can also alter or add to the sheen of your painting. Golden Molding Paste is useful when wanting to add realistic elements such as petals, tree bark, and flames. It allows your designs to stand off of the canvas and have a life of their own.<\/p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\">.asa2_1ea2f9caca0863189bc7d88e0fb4913d .asa2-read-more-state ~ .asa2-read-more-trigger:before {content:\"Show more\";}.asa2_1ea2f9caca0863189bc7d88e0fb4913d .asa2-read-more-state:checked ~ .asa2-read-more-trigger:before {content:\"Show less\";}<\/style>\t\t\t<div class=\"asa2_h_box_tpl asa2_1ea2f9caca0863189bc7d88e0fb4913d\" data-tpl=\"_fluid-painting-horizontal-box\"><div class=\"asa2_horizontal_box_outer\">\n  <div class=\"asa2_horizontal_box\" >\n\n    <div class=\"asa2-group\">\n    <div class=\"item_img asa2_product_col_1 \">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0007W5RB8?tag=fluid-painting-20&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\"  title=\"GOLDEN Molding Paste\"  target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-linktype=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41ATWgQoJzL._SL500_.jpg\"  alt=\"GOLDEN Molding Paste\" \/><\/a>  <\/div>    <div class=\"asa2_product_col_2 \">\n            <div class=\"asa2_reviews\"><span class=\"asa2-a-icon asa2-a-icon-star asa2-a-star-5\" style=\"width: 80px !important;\"><\/span> <\/div>                  \n \n                <div class=\"asa2_title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0007W5RB8?tag=fluid-painting-20&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-linktype=\"title\">GOLDEN Molding Paste<\/a><\/div>\n        <ul class=\"a-unordered-list a-vertical a-spacing-mini\">\r\n \t<li>Semi-opaque acrylic texture medium<\/li>\r\n \t<li><span class=\"a-list-item\">Perfect for building surfaces<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><span class=\"a-list-item\">Creates texture, alters sheen, and changes body<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\n                \n      <a class=\"asa2_fbh_button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0007W5RB8?tag=fluid-painting-20&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">View on Amazon<\/a>\n      <\/div>    \n    <\/div>\n    <\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"sue-shadow-wrap su-u-trim sue-shadow-inline-no\"><div class=\"sue-shadow sue-shadow-style-simple\"><div class=\"sue-panel\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"self\" style=\"background-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:0px;box-shadow:0px 1px 2px #eeeeee;border:1px solid #cccccc\"><div class=\"sue-panel-content su-u-trim\" style=\"padding:15px;text-align:left\"><div class=\"su-row\"><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-2\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; color: #008000;\"><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"su-list\" style=\"margin-left:5px\">\n<ul>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Affordable<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Recognized brand<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Great for texture<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Adds layers<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Increases drying time and workability of your acrylics<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div> <div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-2\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; color: #ff0000;\"><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"su-list\" style=\"margin-left:5px\">\n<ul>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-times-circle\" style=\"color:#ff0000\"><\/i> <strong>Thick texture<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-times-circle\" style=\"color:#ff0000\"><\/i> <strong>Take a long time to dry properly<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>The Best Gel Gloss Medium: GOLDEN Artist Colors Soft Gel Gloss for Acrylic<\/h3>\n<p>This is one of five gel mediums in the Golden Artist range. Their soft gel gloss provides a smooth and silky finish to your artwork, which also acts as a protective layer against dirt and dust. Using a gel-based medium enhances your color pigments and will add a natural shine when dry. Because these paint mediums dry clear, they can be used as a separation layer before adding varnish or sealant. Golden&#8217;s soft gel mediums can be used for blending wet colors or they can also be used as an adhesive option for paper and fabric projects.<\/p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\">.asa2_6d41f8a90a4e82b70cb3ecee12226d0c .asa2-read-more-state ~ .asa2-read-more-trigger:before {content:\"Show more\";}.asa2_6d41f8a90a4e82b70cb3ecee12226d0c .asa2-read-more-state:checked ~ .asa2-read-more-trigger:before {content:\"Show less\";}<\/style>\t\t\t<div class=\"asa2_h_box_tpl asa2_6d41f8a90a4e82b70cb3ecee12226d0c\" data-tpl=\"_fluid-painting-horizontal-box\"><div class=\"asa2_horizontal_box_outer\">\n  <div class=\"asa2_horizontal_box\" >\n\n    <div class=\"asa2-group\">\n    <div class=\"item_img asa2_product_col_1 \">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0007W60Q4?tag=fluid-painting-20&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\"  title=\"GOLDEN Artist Colors Soft Gel Gloss\"  target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-linktype=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41vwVeIKScL._SL500_.jpg\"  alt=\"GOLDEN Artist Colors Soft Gel Gloss\" \/><\/a>  <\/div>    <div class=\"asa2_product_col_2 \">\n                              \n \n                <div class=\"asa2_title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0007W60Q4?tag=fluid-painting-20&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-linktype=\"title\">GOLDEN Artist Colors Soft Gel Gloss<\/a><\/div>\n        <ul>\r\n \t<li>Excellent as a base for wet blending of color<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Ideal for extending colors and altering sheen<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Changes body of paint and increases translucency<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\n                \n      <a class=\"asa2_fbh_button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0007W60Q4?tag=fluid-painting-20&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">View on Amazon<\/a>\n      <\/div>    \n    <\/div>\n    <\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"sue-shadow-wrap su-u-trim sue-shadow-inline-no\"><div class=\"sue-shadow sue-shadow-style-simple\"><div class=\"sue-panel\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"self\" style=\"background-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:0px;box-shadow:0px 1px 2px #eeeeee;border:1px solid #cccccc\"><div class=\"sue-panel-content su-u-trim\" style=\"padding:15px;text-align:left\"><div class=\"su-row\"><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-2\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; color: #008000;\"><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"su-list\" style=\"margin-left:5px\">\n<ul>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Versatile medium<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Glossy shine<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Easy to work with<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Enhances acrylic colors<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Can be used as an adhesive<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div> <div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-2\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; color: #ff0000;\"><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"su-list\" style=\"margin-left:5px\">\n<ul>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-times-circle\" style=\"color:#ff0000\"><\/i> <strong>Thinner consistency than heavy gel mediums<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-times-circle\" style=\"color:#ff0000\"><\/i> <strong>May not be the right product for creating thick textures<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>The Best Acrylic Retarder Medium: GOLDEN Acrylic Retarder Additive and Medium<\/h3>\n<p>This retarder additive by Golden is a great choice when you are looking to slow down your acrylics&#8217; drying time. This acrylic medium easily blends with your paint without washing out the color pigments. Giving you an advantage usually bestowed to oil painters, you can now paint for longer and apply wet mixing techniques without your acrylic paint drying up.<\/p>\n<p>You will not need much when using this product. Set aside a small amount to mix into your paints, and should it start to firm up, just spritz it with a little water. This will retain the moisture in your painting medium as well as in your paints- These high-quality paint mediums should ideally not be mixed with other acrylic paint brands. Mixing with lower quality paints could affect the outcome of your work, as the paints may react badly with the paint retarder.<\/p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\">.asa2_81bd0aafaa6cd9a090f0d9c824e2c9f9 .asa2-read-more-state ~ .asa2-read-more-trigger:before {content:\"Show more\";}.asa2_81bd0aafaa6cd9a090f0d9c824e2c9f9 .asa2-read-more-state:checked ~ .asa2-read-more-trigger:before {content:\"Show less\";}<\/style>\t\t\t<div class=\"asa2_h_box_tpl asa2_81bd0aafaa6cd9a090f0d9c824e2c9f9\" data-tpl=\"_fluid-painting-horizontal-box\"><div class=\"asa2_horizontal_box_outer\">\n  <div class=\"asa2_horizontal_box\" >\n\n    <div class=\"asa2-group\">\n    <div class=\"item_img asa2_product_col_1 \">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0009HAB58?tag=fluid-painting-20&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\"  title=\"GOLDEN Artist Colors Acrylic Retarder Additive\"  target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-linktype=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31I4rRrMN0L._SL500_.jpg\"  alt=\"GOLDEN Artist Colors Acrylic Retarder Additive\" \/><\/a>  <\/div>    <div class=\"asa2_product_col_2 \">\n                              \n \n                <div class=\"asa2_title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0009HAB58?tag=fluid-painting-20&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-linktype=\"title\">GOLDEN Artist Colors Acrylic Retarder Additive<\/a><\/div>\n        <ul class=\"a-unordered-list a-vertical a-spacing-mini\">\r\n \t<li><span class=\"a-list-item\">Additive used to slow down the drying time of acrylic paint<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><span class=\"a-list-item\">Useful for wet-in-wet techniques<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><span class=\"a-list-item\">Helps in reducing skinning on the palette<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\n                \n      <a class=\"asa2_fbh_button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0009HAB58?tag=fluid-painting-20&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">View on Amazon<\/a>\n      <\/div>    \n    <\/div>\n    <\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"sue-shadow-wrap su-u-trim sue-shadow-inline-no\"><div class=\"sue-shadow sue-shadow-style-simple\"><div class=\"sue-panel\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"self\" style=\"background-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:0px;box-shadow:0px 1px 2px #eeeeee;border:1px solid #cccccc\"><div class=\"sue-panel-content su-u-trim\" style=\"padding:15px;text-align:left\"><div class=\"su-row\"><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-2\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; color: #008000;\"><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"su-list\" style=\"margin-left:5px\">\n<ul>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Does not affect paint&#8217;s texture or color<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Will last a long time<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Affordable<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-check-circle\" style=\"color:#008000\"><\/i> <strong>Good quality<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div> <div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-2\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; color: #ff0000;\"><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"su-list\" style=\"margin-left:5px\">\n<ul>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-times-circle\" style=\"color:#ff0000\"><\/i> <strong>Takes a long time to dry<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-times-circle\" style=\"color:#ff0000\"><\/i> <strong>SHould not be mixed with other paint brands<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Having looked at some great options for Liquitex and Golden acrylic mediums, we can now take a look at how to make some for ourselves!<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>How To Make Your Own Acrylic Medium<\/h2>\n<p>As we can see, using an acrylic painting medium is important for many reasons. When it comes to making your own, many assume that the use of water will work just fine. While this may be doable, it is not ideal. The water does end up making your paint runnier and in fact messier. Therefore, using something with a thicker texture or that acts as a binder would be more beneficial.<\/p>\n<p>Pouring mediums are easy to make yourself with items at home. This is always a better idea if you are strapped for cash or would like to first try your hand at using these mediums before spending the money. A pouring medium already implies that it is a liquid, and therefore will add to the fluidity of your acrylics without diluting your colors. Keep in mind that it is always better to purchase a product that was made for the purpose you intend to use it for. Making your own could produce something that does not yield the best results.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6849\" src=\"https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/DIY-Acrylic-Medium.jpg\" alt=\"DIY Acrylic Medium\" width=\"848\" height=\"565\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/DIY-Acrylic-Medium.jpg 848w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/DIY-Acrylic-Medium-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/DIY-Acrylic-Medium-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/DIY-Acrylic-Medium-30x20.jpg 30w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/DIY-Acrylic-Medium-75x50.jpg 75w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/DIY-Acrylic-Medium-110x73.jpg 110w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/DIY-Acrylic-Medium-160x107.jpg 160w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/DIY-Acrylic-Medium-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/DIY-Acrylic-Medium-610x406.jpg 610w, https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/DIY-Acrylic-Medium-750x500.jpg 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 848px) 100vw, 848px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Easy DIY Acrylic Medium Using Glue<\/h3>\n<p>The best base to use for your at-home pouring medium would be glue. Glues like PVA or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Elmers-Glue-All-Multi-Purpose-Liquid-Strong\/dp\/B0038DZZJC\" rel=\"nofollow\">Elmer&#8217;s<\/a> are not too thick and will add an opaque effect to your colors just as a purchased acrylic medium would.&nbsp;To start off, you would need to use around 300 grams of glue added to one part or 100 grams of water. Next, you will need to mix it all up and then combine it with your paint little by little, until you have reached the desired consistency.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>A side note: When using glue as a pouring medium, it will make your paint dry faster. So, you will need to keep adding the medium to your paints in order to keep them wet and allow better workability.<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Using Floetrol as an Acrylic Medium<\/h3>\n<p>You may have seen or heard of Floetrol when looking for or using building supplies. This substance is normally used for painting homes and is therefore available in larger quantities for a cheaper price. It is often used in spraying applications, as it comes out smoothly and adds a glossy finish, just like your acrylic mediums would.<\/p>\n<p>Floetrol is also brilliant for mixing colors, as it extends your drying time and maintains your acrylics&#8217; consistency.&nbsp;This product is often an easy and cheap alternative for beginners or artists just starting to explore acrylics. It can also be added to your DIY acrylic mediums made at home in orderto assist with binding and enhancing your colors.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>So, there you have it! Everything you need to know about acrylic paint mediums and what to use them for. Now you can purchase or even make the best acrylic paint medium of your own.<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>What Is a Paint Medium?<\/h3>\n<p>Paint mediums are either liquids or gels that are used to enhance your paint&#8217;s texture and color quality. Depending on the medium you are using, you will achieve different effects. Painting mediums come in different finishes such as gloss, satin, or matte.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Are Acrylic Paint Mediums the Same as Oil Paint Mediums?<\/h3>\n<p>Acrylic paints are water-based, and so are acrylic painting mediums. These paints will not work with <a href=\"https:\/\/fluid-painting.com\/en\/oil-painting-mediums\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>oil-based mediums<\/strong><\/a> and paints.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>What Is the Best Acrylic Paint Medium?<\/h3>\n<p>The most well-known brands are Liquitex acrylic mediums and the Golden Artist Colors range. &nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In this article, we are going to discuss the wonders and advantages of using acrylic mediums in your paintings. Paint mediums can add to your paint&#8217;s versatility and range, allowing you to create different effects and textures. 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