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Liquitex 104016 BASICS Gesso Surface Prep Medium, 16-oz

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Style: 16-oz


Features

  • Good quality base coat primer; one coat is usually all that is required.
  • Value acrylic gesso used to prepare painting surfaces for acrylic and oil paint
  • Includes 16-oz / 473ml bottle of medium
  • Intermixable with Liquitex Professional Acrylic Paint Colors and Mediums.
  • Conforms to ASTM D4236; Safe for educational use

Description

Value Series Acrylic Paints like Liquitex BASICS are formulated to offer dependable standards of performance at a more affordable cost. Liquitex BASICS Acrylic Paint is developed for students and artists that need quality at outstanding value. Each color is uniquely formulated to bring out the maximum brilliance and clarity of the individual pigment. 48-Color Spectrum; A heavy body acrylic paint that retains peaks and brush strokes. Contains permanent artist pigments. All colors dry to a satin finish. Intermixable with all Liquitex Professional Acrylic Colors and Mediums. Ideal for learning color theory and color mixing. All colors hold the AP Seal from ACMI and are safe for educational use. Visit our Liquitex Amazon Storefront for full product assortment.

Brand: Liquitex


Color: White


Finish Type: Satin


Size: 16 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)


Item Volume: 16 fluid ounces


Special Feature: Chip Resistant


Unit Count: 16 Fluid Ounces


Paint Type: Acrylic


Specific Uses For Product: Interior


Surface Recommendation: Fabric


Brand Name: Liquitex


Paint Type: Acrylic


Specific Uses For Product: Interior


Surface Recommendation: Fabric


Indoor Outdoor Usage: Indoor


Item Form: Liquid


Model Name: BASICS Gesso


Container Type: Tube


Coverage: Medium


UPC: 094376922943


Global Trade Identification Number: 43


Manufacturer: ColArt Americas


Dry Time In Hours: 24


Age Range Description: Adult


Item Type Name: Surface Prep Medium


Item Weight: 15.84 ounces


Model Number: 104016


Part Number: 104016


Special Features: Chip Resistant


Size: 16 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)


Item Volume: 16 fluid ounces


Unit Count: 16 Fluid Ounces


Color: White


Finish Type: Satin


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    • Great white base coat with strong coverage for rock painting
Style: 16-oz
I purchased this white gesso mostly for painting rocks, but I also use it for other painting projects like small wood decor pieces and other craft surfaces. This is the gesso color I use most often because it gives me a clean white starting point and helps cover the natural background of the rock or surface underneath. What I like: • Great primer/base coat for rock painting • Gives me a smooth white surface to start from • Covers the natural background of the rock well • Very useful under white or other light solid colors • Helpful when I want paint colors to look brighter • Good for rocks, concrete, brick, wood, and small decor projects • Goes on nice and thick • Has great coverage • Dries nicely and fairly quickly • Dries with a flat/matte paint-like finish • Creates a clean, non-shiny white base for painting • Dries more like regular paint for me • I have not noticed tackiness once it dries • Makes a good base for bright colors and detailed designs • Useful when I do not want the original surface color showing through • Looks nice even as a simple white base • Works well under either a glossy or matte clear coat • Very handy to keep with painting and craft supplies Things to be aware of: • White is best when you want a clean, bright background • I use white under white or lighter colors so the final color shows up better • If you want the natural rock or wood grain to show, clear gesso is the better choice • If you want a dark background or are using darker colors, black gesso may be better • I still use a glossy or matte clear coat over my finished gesso projects • I would let the gesso dry fully before painting over it or sealing it • Like most primers, coverage can depend on the surface and how much you apply Overall: This white gesso is the one I use most often for rock painting because it gives me a clean, smooth white base to work from. It covers well, dries nicely, and dries with a flat/matte paint-like finish that gives me a good starting surface before adding my design. I especially like using it under white or other light solid colors because it helps the final paint color show up better. I also use it on other craft projects, especially small decor items I refinish or repaint. I like having white, black, and clear gesso options, but white is the one I reach for the most because it works for so many designs. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2026 by Nicole K
    • Perfect-o
Style: 16-oz
Works wonders! Will buy more.
Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2026 by Stuey-Cali.415
    • Good product for acrylic painting
Style: 16-oz
I buy this on repeat for my acrylic paintings. I prefer this type of bottle as it seals well between uses and is easy to pour out onto my paintings. It brings out the vibrancy of the colors and provides a finishing touch. Good product!
Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2026 by Bluepurr
    • Gesso good
Style: 16-oz
Works good I do wish it was a little thicker
Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2026 by Ali Wicked
    • Better than expected.
Style: 16-oz
As a budget item, it performs as it should. The coverage is good and like the regular gesso, will require layers. I'd say more than the brands regular gesso. There is a strong smell that isn't a deal breaker for me. Just thought I'd caution those of you with smell sensitivities. To me, it's thin, but not watery and it pours out smoothly. It's great for applying a thin layer over collage. For painting, it provides a nice smooth surface. 4 stars only due to the smell. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2026 by T.Staggs69
    • Gesso
Style: 16-oz
Does a great job of preparing canvases
Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2026 by Nancy Peterson
    • Great gesso. Big bottle for the price
Style: 16-oz
Nice big bottle for the price. Coats very well. Leaves a somewhat rough but flat surface for more application
Reviewed in the United States on July 14, 2026 by CF.
    • Perfect thick gesso for smoothing old and new canvases
Style: 16-oz
Great product! Learning my way around painting and got into build my own canvas and this is a must have. Used up about half of a bottle already. It's very therapeutic to toss it on a old or new canvas that needs to be smoothed over. You can even use a putty knife with how thick it is.
Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2026 by Ryan

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