If acrylic goes onto most surfaces why do I need a gesso?

While acrylics adhere to most surfaces, some offer more 'grip'. Gesso prepares surfaces for a long-term bond, improving absorbency, tooth, and sealing out impurities. Without sealing, water or colour can leach through, causing discolouration.

A ground is the first base layer you paint onto the virgin surface, and the term for the material used. Artists traditionally use a gesso, but you can use a range of different mediums as a ground. We talk about a good ground adding ‘teeth’/’tooth.’

How do I create a coloured gesso?

If you want a bespoke colour, simply make your own. Select your acrylic colour - Professional Soft Body, Heavy Body and Basics acrylics have the ideal consistency - and mix with your acrylic gesso or medium to create the effect you want.

What's the point of your black and gray gessoes?

These gessoes offer ready-mixed, pigmented bases for your artwork, allowing for instant colour coverage and texture. They contain a blend of pigments to give a neutral opaque base which gives depth, instantly eliminating your surface colour,

Are Liquitex gessoes just for acrylics or can I use them with oils too?

Liquitex Professional Gessoes give a lasting, archival base perfect for use with oils when dry, helping to maintain the longevity of your work.

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Liquitex Acrylic Gesso Surface Prep-Clear 8Oz

Liquitex Acrylic Gesso Surface Prep-Clear 8Oz

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Brand
Liquitex
Colour
Clear
Finish type
Acrylic
Item volume
8 Fluid Ounces
Paint type
Acrylic
Size
237 ml (Pack

🎨Clear acrylic gesso for versatile priming

💧Waterproof finish for lasting durability

⏱️Fast full cure in under 1 hour

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Description

🎨 Prime like a pro, create like a visionary!

RAPID READY SURFACE - Achieve full cure in just 0.96 hours—get back to creating faster than ever.
CRYSTAL CLEAR PRIMER - Invisible base that enhances true color vibrancy without altering your canvas.
WATERPROOF DURABLE - Protect your art with a resilient, waterproof finish ideal for indoor projects on metal and more.
ULTIMATE ADHESION BOOST - Adds perfect tooth for superior paint and ink grip, ensuring your work stays flawless.
ARCHIVAL QUALITY ASSURANCE - Professional-grade, non-toxic formula designed to preserve your masterpieces over time.

Liquitex Acrylic Gesso Surface Prep-Clear 8Oz is a professional-grade, clear acrylic primer that prepares and strengthens surfaces for painting and drawing. It offers a fast curing time of under one hour, provides excellent adhesion with a toothy texture, and delivers a waterproof, archival-quality finish. Ideal for indoor use on metal and other surfaces, this non-toxic gesso ensures your artwork remains vibrant and durable.

Specifications

ASIN	B001UNTGRE
Best Sellers Rank	10,903 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) 78 in Paints
Brand Name	Liquitex
Colour	Clear
Colour Code	#FFFFFF
Container Type	Bottle
Country of Origin	China
Coverage	Approx. 10 m²
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (3,974)
Dry Time In Hours	24
Finish Type	Acrylic
Full Cure Time	0.96 Hours
Global Trade Identification Number	00094376931662
Included Components	1 x 237 ml bottle of Liquitex Professional Surface Preparation Transparent Plaster
Indoor Outdoor Usage	Indoor
Is Waterproof	True
Item Form	Liquid
Item Volume	8 Fluid Ounces
Item Weight	0.73 Ounces
Manufacturer	Liquitex
Model Name	Professional Gesso - Transparent
Model Number	7608
Paint Type	Acrylic
Part Number	7608
Size	237 ml (Pack of 1)
Special Features	Non Toxic
Specific Uses For Product	Metal
Surface Recommendation	Metal
UPC	094376931662
Unit Count	237.0 millilitre
Water Resistance Level	Waterproof

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