What are the best art & craft paints for Indian crafters?

For Indian crafters, Liquitex Basics Acrylic Paint in Alizarin Crimson Hue offers a reliable, artist-grade option. It provides good pigment load and intermixability, suitable for various projects. Ensure proper ventilation and avoid direct skin contact.

Is Liquitex Basics Acrylic Paint safe for children?

Yes, Liquitex Basics Acrylic Paint conforms to ASTM D4236, making it non-toxic and safe for educational use with children aged 12 and above, under supervision.

Are these paint healthy?

Liquitex Basics Acrylic Paint is formulated to be non-toxic and conforms to ASTM D4236 standards, ensuring it is healthy for use in art and craft projects when handled appropriately.

How to choose paint for DIY projects?

For DIY projects, consider the surface and desired finish. Liquitex Basics Acrylic Paint is versatile for canvas, wood, and fabric, offering a creamy texture and satin finish suitable for most craft applications.

How to use Liquitex Basics Acrylic Paint?

Apply with a brush or palette knife to your chosen surface like canvas or wood. It's intermixable with other Liquitex acrylics and mediums. Allow to dry completely between coats for best results.

What is the best paint for art students?

Liquitex Basics Acrylic Paint is an excellent choice for art students due to its artist-grade pigments, medium viscosity, and ASTM D4236 compliance, offering quality at an accessible price point for learning and practice.

Can I use paint daily?

Yes, you can use Liquitex Basics Acrylic Paint daily for your art projects. Ensure proper storage and keep the cap tightly sealed to maintain its consistency and prevent drying out between uses.

What are paint side effects?

When used as intended for art, Liquitex Basics Acrylic Paint has no significant side effects. However, avoid ingestion, prolonged skin contact, and ensure good ventilation during use.

What are paint benefits?

The benefits of Liquitex Basics Acrylic Paint include vibrant, lightfast colors, a creamy texture ideal for brushwork, intermixability with professional lines, and non-toxic safety for educational use.

Liquitex Alizarin Crimson Hue Acrylic Paint, 118ml (4-oz) Tube

Name: Liquitex Basics Acrylic Paint, Alizarin Crimson Hue, 118ml (4-oz) Tube | Non-Toxic Art Paint for Beginners
Brand: Liquitex
SKU: cp6225
Price: 2658.00 INR
Availability: OutOfStock

About this item

Liquitex Basics Acrylic Paint, Alizarin Crimson Hue (118ml/4oz), provides a reliable option for artists in India seeking quality art supplies. This medium viscosity paint features a thick, creamy texture with a satin finish and good pigment load, ideal for learning color theory and mixing. It retains peaks and brush strokes, making it suitable for underpainting, sketching, and creative exploration. Intermixable with Liquitex Professional Acrylics, it ensures versatility in your artistic projects. All customs duties and GST are included in the listed INR price, with delivery via ExpressBox within 15-17 days.

The paint's formulation is designed for consistent performance, allowing for detailed work and expressive applications. Its good pigment load ensures vibrant color payoff, while the satin finish provides a pleasing aesthetic. This tube is perfect for artists exploring new techniques or for educational use, conforming to ASTM D4236 standards for safety.

Medium viscosity, creamy texture
Satin finish, good pigment load
Retains peaks and brush strokes
Intermixable with professional Liquitex acrylics
ASTM D4236 compliant

Key Features

Thick, creamy with satin finish; Good pigment load
Retains peaks and brush strokes; Ideal for learning color theory and color mixing
Includes 4-oz / 118ml tube of acrylic paint
Intermixable with Liquitex Professional Acrylic Paint Colors and Mediums.
Conforms to ASTM D4236; Safe for educational use

Why choose this product

Professional Quality for Everyday Artists

Liquitex Basics Acrylic Paint brings artist-grade quality within reach. Made with lightfast pigments and a medium viscosity, it offers a thick, creamy texture that retains brush strokes beautifully. This means vibrant colors and precise application, whether you're sketching, underpainting, or exploring complex color mixing. It's designed to be intermixable with professional Liquitex acrylics, giving you access to a wider spectrum of effects and finishes. For Indian artists, this offers a reliable, consistent performance that stands apart from many local craft paints, ensuring your artwork looks its best.

Ideal for Beginners & Students, Not for Sensitive Skin

This paint is perfect for art students, beginners learning color theory, and hobbyists exploring new techniques. Its non-toxic, ASTM D4236 compliant formula makes it safe for educational settings. However, it is not intended for direct application to skin or for use by individuals with known sensitivities to acrylic-based art materials. If you have very sensitive skin or are creating art for direct skin contact, please consult specialized product lines.

How to use

Ensure your canvas, paper, wood, or fabric surface is clean, dry, and free of dust. For porous surfaces like canvas or wood, consider applying a primer or gesso for better adhesion and a smoother finish. — Prepare Your Surface
Use a brush, palette knife, or sponge to apply the Liquitex Basics Acrylic Paint. The medium viscosity allows for both fine details and expressive textures. Apply in thin or thick layers as desired. — Apply the Paint
This paint is intermixable with other Liquitex acrylics and mediums. Mix colors to achieve your desired shade or blend with mediums to alter consistency or finish. Allow each layer to dry before applying the next. — Mix and Layer
Clean brushes and tools immediately after use with soap and water. Dried acrylic paint can be difficult to remove. Store the paint tube with the cap tightly sealed in a cool, dry place. — Clean Up

Example scenarios

Typical situations where Liquitex Basics Acrylic Paint helps — illustrative scenarios, not customer reviews.

Scenario 1

Illustrative example

Where it helps

Priya, an art student in Chennai, needed a reliable crimson acrylic for her college projects. Local brands she tried had poor pigment and faded quickly, making her work look unprofessional.

How this product helps

She switched to Liquitex Basics Alizarin Crimson Hue. The vibrant, lightfast color and creamy texture allowed for better blending and detail. It's intermixable with her professional paints, giving her a consistent finish that impresses her professors.

Specifications & installation

Specifications

Key Ingredient	Acrylic Polymer Emulsion
Pigments	Lightfast, artist-quality pigments (Alizarin Crimson Hue)
Safety Compliance	ASTM D4236
Allergens	None listed
Free From	Formaldehyde, Phthalates

Installation & usage

Directions	Apply with brush, palette knife, or sponge to canvas, paper, wood, or fabric. Allow to dry completely between coats.
Frequency	As needed for artistic projects.
Recommended Age	12+ years (due to small parts if used with accessories)
Cost per use	₹266 per ml per 10 ml
Shelf life after opening	12 months (typical for acrylic paints)
Reapplication math	One 118ml tube can cover approx. 0.5-1 sq ft with 2 coats, lasting for multiple small projects.
Contraindications	Not for direct skin application or consumption. May not be suitable for individuals with extreme sensitivities to acrylic binders.

How we compare

Feature	Liquitex Basics Acrylic	Others
Pigment Quality & Lightfastness	Artist-grade, lightfast pigments ensure vibrant, lasting color. Retains color integrity over time.	Varies widely; many local craft paints use student-grade pigments with lower lightfastness, leading to fading.
Texture & Consistency	Thick, creamy, medium viscosity that retains brush strokes and peaks for expressive texture.	Often thinner or inconsistent; may not hold texture as well, requiring more layers for desired effect.
Intermixability	Fully intermixable with Liquitex Professional Acrylics and mediums for expanded creative options.	Limited intermixability with other brands; may not offer the same range of professional mediums.
Safety & Certification	Conforms to ASTM D4236, non-toxic and safe for educational use.	May state 'non-toxic' but often lacks specific ASTM D4236 certification, raising questions for educational settings.
Cost per ml (Estimated)

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