# Liquitex BASICS Acrylic Paint Transparent Yellow 4 oz (118 ml) | Artist Quality Pigments **Brand:** Liquitex **SKU:** dk8243 **ASIN:** B07F4KP9YQ **Canonical URL:** https://crowcrowcrow.com/p/liquitex-basics-acrylic-paint-118ml-4-oz-tube-transparent-yellow/dk8243 **Subcategory:** Painting, Drawing & Art Supplies **Availability:** in_stock **Price (INR, all-inclusive):** ₹635 **Discount:** 15% ## Description Liquitex BASICS Acrylic Paint in Transparent Yellow (4 oz/118 ml) offers artist-quality pigments with a medium viscosity. AP certified non-toxic and archival quality. Ideal for beginners, students, and professionals for various art applications. Arrives {{ccc_delivery_eta}}. ## Highlights - Artist-Quality Pigments — Formulated with lightfast pigments for vibrant, true colors that resist fading over time, ensuring the longevity of your artwork. - Medium Viscosity & Satin Finish — Offers a smooth, creamy texture that holds peaks and brush strokes, ideal for learning color mixing and achieving a satin finish on various surfaces. - AP certified non-toxic and tested for lightfastness, making it safe for studio and educational use while ensuring your art endures. - Economical & Intermixable — Provides excellent value for its quality, allowing artists to explore color and techniques without high cost. Mixes seamlessly with all Liquitex acrylics. ## Key features - BASICS IS FOR ALL – from those new to painting to experienced artists. Ideal if you’re a beginner or on a budget. Perfect for underpainting or sketching if you’re a serious artist and for color scoping and exploration if you’re a creative professional. - HIGHEST QUALITY PIGMENTS – All Liquitex paints use the highest quality pigments and rigorous manufacturing process. With BASICS, the only difference is a lower concentration of pigment than our professional paints. - ECONOMICAL AND INTERMIXABLE – Push your budget harder with BASICS. Use on their own or combine together with professional materials. Perfect for everyday use, for sketching out preliminary ideas, or for underpainting your final paint application - ARCHIVAL QUALITY – As with all Liquitex paints, the pigments have passed extensive tests for lightfastness. Your work will have the greatest archival permanence possible, withstanding color shifting or fading to stay vibrant and true. - SAFE - BASICS acrylics are safe for you to use. All colors hold the Approved Product seal from the Art and Creative Materials Institute and are ideal for studio and educational use. ## Why choose this product - Liquitex BASICS Acrylic Paint delivers consistent quality with artist-grade pigments and archival permanence. Its medium viscosity and satin finish are perfect for various techniques, from smooth underpainting to textured applications. The AP certification ensures safety for all users, including students and beginners. Being intermixable with professional Liquitex paints means you can expand your palette and techniques without compromise, making it a smart choice for both budget-conscious artists and those exploring new creative avenues. — Reliable Performance for Every Artist - This paint is excellent for those starting their art journey or experimenting with color. While it has a lower pigment concentration than professional lines, it offers superior quality compared to many basic craft paints. Serious artists might find the pigment load insufficient for demanding techniques requiring extreme opacity or subtle blending. For those needing the highest pigment density or specific archival properties, professional Liquitex lines are recommended. — Ideal for Beginners & Exploratory Artists ## How to use 1. Ensure your canvas, paper, or primed surface is clean, dry, and free from dust or grease for optimal paint adhesion and longevity. — Prepare Your Surface 2. Squeeze paint onto your palette. Use brushes, palette knives, or sponges to apply. Mix colors to achieve desired hues, or blend with Liquitex mediums. — Apply and Mix Paint 3. The paint dries relatively quickly to a satin finish. Allow adequate drying time before applying subsequent layers or varnishing. — Allow to Dry 4. Clean brushes and tools immediately with soap and water while the paint is wet. Dried acrylic paint can be difficult to remove. — Clean Up ## Product details | Field | Value | |---|---| | Pigment Type | Artist-quality pigments | | Active Ingredients | Acrylic polymer emulsion | | Certification | AP Non-Toxic (ASTM D4236) | | Allergens | None listed | | Free From | Heavy Metals (in most colors) | | Directions | Apply with brush, palette knife, or sponge. Dries quickly. Intermix with other Liquitex acrylics. | | Recommended Surfaces | Canvas, paper, wood, primed fabric, and other suitable art surfaces. | | Age Range | All Ages (AP Certified Non-Toxic) | | Cost per use | See pack size for cost per use. | | Shelf life after opening | 12 months | | Reapplication math | 118ml tube lasts for ~10-15 medium-sized paintings or extensive color mixing experiments. | | Contraindications | Not intended for direct skin application or as a cosmetic. | | Allergens / common irritants | None identified | | Brand | Liquitex | | Color | Transparent Yellow | | Size | 4 fl oz (118 ml) | | Finish | Satin | | Viscosity | Medium | | Pigment Load | Good (lower than professional) | | Manufacturer | ColArt Americas | | Country of Origin | Not stated by manufacturer — US retail version, sourced from authorized US retailers | ## Attributes - **Unit count:** 1 ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Liquitex BASICS Acrylic Paint safe for children in India? Yes, Liquitex BASICS Acrylic Paint is AP certified non-toxic and safe for educational use. It's suitable for children and adults alike for various art projects. ### What surfaces can I use this Transparent Yellow acrylic paint on? This paint is ideal for use on canvas, paper, wood, primed fabric, and other suitable art surfaces. Ensure the surface is clean and dry for best adhesion. ### How does the pigment quality compare to professional Liquitex paints? Liquitex BASICS uses artist-quality pigments but with a lower concentration than professional lines. This ensures good lightfastness and vibrancy for general use, while professional paints offer maximum pigment load for extreme opacity and archival permanence. ### Can I mix Liquitex BASICS paints with other acrylic brands? Liquitex BASICS paints are designed to be intermixable with all Liquitex acrylic colors and mediums. Mixing with other brands is possible but may affect consistency, finish, or archival quality. ### How long does the paint take to dry? Liquitex BASICS Acrylic Paint dries relatively quickly to a satin finish, allowing for layering and further work on your piece without excessive waiting time. ### What is the difference between BASICS and professional Liquitex acrylics? BASICS offers artist-quality pigments at a more economical price point with a lower pigment concentration and medium viscosity. Professional Liquitex paints have higher pigment load, greater opacity, and are formulated for maximum archival permanence and specific handling properties. ### Does this paint have a strong odor? Liquitex BASICS acrylics have a low odor, making them suitable for use in studios or classrooms where ventilation might be a concern. ## Compliance {"art_materials":"Conforms to ASTM D4236. AP Certified Non-Toxic. Safe for educational use. Keep out of reach of young children. 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