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Cleaning acrylic paint from tube caps
Learn the simple trick to stop acrylic paint tube caps getting stuck, and avoid the frustration of wasted time and paint.
How to remove varnish from an oil painting
The right solvent, tools and technique are crucial if you’re planning to remove varnish from an oil painting. Find out what our experts recommend.
Keeping solvent odours to a minimum in oil painting
Reduce solvent odour in your oil paint practice with our guide to low-odour solvents and practical tips for keeping your workspace safe.
What are the primary colours in Winsor & Newton acrylics ranges?
The list below outlines primary colours for three and six colour mixing systems in the Winsor & Newton acrylic ranges. As a guide, we also recommend that you choose transparent…
What does acrylic colour shift mean?
Acrylic paints usually darken in tone as they dry, in a process known as colour shift. Find out how our Professional Acrylic paints overcome the problem.
Using gouache vs acrylic in watercolour techniques
Find out why we recommend using highly pigmented Designers Gouche for opaque techniques when you’re painting with watercolour.
Understanding drying times for acrylic paints
Get drying times for thin and thick films painted with our Galeria and Professional Acrylic ranges, plus tips for extending their working time.
Choosing an acrylic white
Whites can be crucial for successful acrylic works. Choose the right one with this guide to our acrylic whites, including opaqueness and tinting strength.
How intermixable are the Winsor & Newton acrylic ranges?
Learn how to use our finest quality Professional Acrylic range with Galeria Acrylics, which offer impressive vibrancy at an affordable price.
Using acrylics as underpainting layers for oil painting
Acrylics can safely be used under oil colours, but you should keep the acrylic layer thin. Find out why and get more tips with our expert guide.
How to read the label on a Winsor & Newton colour
The labels on our paints give crucial information about the colours inside. Find out what the codes and symbols mean with our comprehensive guide.
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