# Liquitex BASICS Acrylic Paint, Alizarin Crimson Hue, 118ml (4-oz) Tube | Medium Viscosity for Beginners **Brand:** Liquitex **SKU:** yw7375 **ASIN:** B0GVSB49ZP **Canonical URL:** https://crowcrowcrow.com/p/liquitex-basics-acrylic-paint-118ml-4-oz-tube-alizarin-crimson-hue-yw7375/yw7375 **Subcategory:** Painting, Drawing & Art Supplies **Availability:** in_stock **Price (INR, all-inclusive):** ₹3,376 **Discount:** 20% ## Description Liquitex BASICS Acrylic Paint in Alizarin Crimson Hue (118ml/4oz) offers a medium consistency and high-quality pigments for a satin finish. It's safe for educational use and ideal for beginners exploring color. Imported for you, delivered fast. ## Highlights - Medium Consistency for Easy Application — The paint's moderate thickness and creamy texture allow for smooth, controlled application, ideal for beginners and various painting techniques without being too runny. - High-Quality Artist Pigments — Utilizes pigments typically found in professional fine art paints, ensuring good color saturation and a pleasing satin finish for your artwork. - Safe for Educational Use — Fully certified with AP (Art and Design) standards, this non-toxic paint is safe for use by children and in classroom environments. - Seamless Color Blending — Designed for effortless mixing, this paint allows artists to easily blend colors and explore different opacities for nuanced artistic effects. ## Key features - Moderate Thickness: This paint has a medium consistency for easy application - High-Quality Pigments: Uses pigments typically found in fine art - Smooth Appearance: Offers a satin-like finish for a subtle sheen - Seamless Mixing: Allows for effortless blending of colors - Variety of Opacities: Provides a range of transparency levels - Safety Certified: Fully certified for safety and educational use with AP (Art and Design) standards ## Why choose this product - Achieve Smooth, Vibrant Art with Liquitex BASICS — Liquitex BASICS Acrylic Paint in Alizarin Crimson Hue is crafted for artists seeking quality and ease of use. Its medium consistency and high-quality pigments ensure a smooth application and a beautiful satin finish. Perfect for students, hobbyists, and DIY crafters, this paint allows for seamless color blending and exploration of different opacities. Certified safe for educational use, it provides a reliable foundation for your creative projects. Imported for Indian artists, it brings global standards to your palette. - Who Should Use This Paint & Who Should Consider Alternatives — This paint is ideal for beginners, art students, hobbyists, and crafters who need a versatile, safe, and easy-to-blend acrylic paint. It's excellent for learning color mixing and achieving a smooth finish. Artists requiring extremely high pigment load, specific archival lightfastness ratings (ASTM I), or unique textural effects might explore Liquitex Professional lines. Those with sensitivities to specific pigments should always verify ingredient details. ## How to use 1. Ensure your canvas, paper, wood, or fabric surface is clean, dry, and properly primed with gesso for optimal paint adhesion and color vibrancy. — Prepare Your Surface 2. Use a brush, palette knife, or sponge to apply the Alizarin Crimson Hue paint. For opaque coverage, apply thicker layers; for washes, thin with water or a medium. — Apply the Paint 3. Liquitex BASICS paints are designed for seamless mixing. Blend colors on your palette or directly on the surface to achieve desired hues and opacities. Work within drying time for smooth transitions. — Mix and Blend Colors 4. Clean your brushes and tools immediately after use with soap and water to prevent the acrylic paint from drying and hardening, ensuring they remain usable. — Clean Up Tools ## Product details | Field | Value | |---|---| | Pigment | Alizarin Crimson Hue | | Binder | Acrylic Polymer Emulsion | | Safety Certification | AP Certified | | Allergens | None listed | | Directions | Apply with brush, palette knife, or sponge. Allow to dry completely between layers. Clean tools with soap and water. | | Recommended Use | Painting on canvas, paper, wood, fabric, and other art surfaces. | | Drying Time | Dries to a satin finish in minutes to hours, depending on thickness. | | Cost per use | 118 ml tube | | Shelf life after opening | 12 months | | Reapplication math | 118ml tube lasts ~100 days at daily face-only application | | Contraindications | Not for consumption. Avoid prolonged skin contact with uncured paint. | | Allergens / common irritants | None listed | | Brand | Liquitex | | Product Name | BASICS Acrylic Paint | | Color | Alizarin Crimson Hue | | Size | 118ml (4 fl oz) | | Finish | Satin | | Viscosity | Medium | | Opacity | Varied | | Safety Certification | AP (Art and Design) Standards | | Country of Origin | Not stated by manufacturer — US retail version, sourced from authorized US retailers | ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Liquitex BASICS Acrylic Paint safe for children in India? Yes, Liquitex BASICS Acrylic Paint is AP certified, meaning it meets safety standards for art materials and is non-toxic, making it safe for children's use in India. ### What surfaces can I use Liquitex BASICS Acrylic Paint on? This versatile acrylic paint can be applied to various surfaces including canvas, paper, wood, fabric, and primed ceramics. Ensure the surface is clean and dry for optimal adhesion. ### How many coats are needed for full coverage with this paint? Coverage depends on the surface and application thickness. Typically, two coats provide good opacity, but for richer, solid coverage, a third coat may be beneficial, especially for lighter shades. ### Can Liquitex BASICS Acrylic Paints be mixed together? Yes, Liquitex BASICS Acrylic Paints are designed for seamless mixing with each other and with Liquitex Professional Acrylics, allowing for extensive color blending and exploration. ### Are Liquitex BASICS Acrylic Paints permanent once dry? Once dry, Liquitex BASICS Acrylic Paints form a flexible, water-resistant film, making them permanent on most surfaces and suitable for durable artwork. ### What is the difference between BASICS and Liquitex Professional Acrylics? BASICS offers a good balance of quality and affordability with medium viscosity, ideal for learning. Professional lines typically have higher pigment concentration and finer textures for advanced artists. ### How should I store Liquitex BASICS Acrylic Paint? Store the paint in a cool, dry place with the cap tightly sealed to prevent drying. Avoid extreme temperatures. Properly stored, it maintains its quality for its intended shelf life. ## Compliance AP Certified (Art and Design Standards). Non-toxic. Keep away from eyes. Not for consumption. Store in cool, dry place. 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