Daniel Smith Watercolour Ground - Pearlescent White - 118ml

Daniel Smith Watercolor Ground is a game-changing product that opens up new possibilities for watercolour artists by giving you a beautiful, pearlescent surface to paint on. This remarkable ground comes ready to use straight from the container with a thick, pigmented consistency that covers most surfaces, from plastic and cloth to tin and stone. It creates a soft, absorbent watercolour surface with a slightly cottony texture that works beautifully with watercolours, providing a more absorbent surface than paper. One pint of this ground can cover up to 107 square feet at 1mm thickness. Preparation is easy, and you can apply it directly to absorbent or semi-absorbent surfaces such as paper, canvas, fabrics, wood, plaster, shells, and hardboard without any special prep work. However, non-absorbent surfaces such as metal, plastic, or glass may require some abrading with sandpaper or steel wool before application. It is best to use a soft-haired synthetic brush for a smooth finish or a hog bristle brush for a more textured finish. After application, allow the ground to dry and cure for at least 24 hours. This will ensure that it attains the right degree of absorption before you start painting. When painting, use less water with your paint because the surface is more absorbent than paper. You can experiment to find what works best for you. It is worth noting that while this ground allows you to paint with watercolour on any surface, the effects achieved may differ from those achieved on paper. What's great about this product is that it can also help you rescue a flawed painting, and you can lift and scrub without damaging the surface. Plus, it is easy to clean up since you only need to wash your brushes immediately after use. With Daniel Smith Watercolor Ground, the possibilities are endless, and you can unleash your creativity by exploring the many surfaces you can paint on.