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Frequently Asked Questions

Welcome to Winsor & Newton's frequently asked questions. We have recently updated this section and have based the questions and answers on the enquires we receive.

We have been answering your questions since 1832, and today since William Winsor and Henry Newton can no longer answer your questions, our dedicated Technical Help team are here to answer all your questions - from how our product is made to how to make the most of their qualities. We hope you find them helpful and informative.

Below you will find all our Frequently Asked Questions by product range or product category.

If you can't find what you're looking for, then contact us and we will be sure to help.

General Oil Colour
Artists Oil Colour
Winton Oil Colour
Artisan Water Mixable Oil Colour         
Griffin Fast Drying Oil Colour
Artists' Oilbar
Artists' Acrylic Colour
Galeria Acrylic Colour

     Artists' Water Colour
Cotman Water Colour
Designers' Gouache
Artists' Soft Pastels
Drawing & Calligraphy Inks
Brushes
Surfaces
Oils, Solvents, Mediums & Varnishes 
General Questions