Maimeri Linseed Oil 75 ml
MAIMERI Linseed Oil (No. 650) is a refined extract from flax seeds (Linum usitatissimum), the most widely used drying oil for oil painting and the base of many oil paints. This product increases the fluidity and transparency of paint, extends its drying time, and forms a hard, durable, gloss film once dry. It is intended for artists working with oil paints and requires following the “fat over lean” rule.
Product details
- Brand: MAIMERI
- Product: Linseed Oil (No. 650)
- Volume: 75 ml
- Oil type: Refined drying linseed oil (Linum usitatissimum)
- Dilution: White spirit or turpentine
- Origin: Italy (artist paints with a tradition dating back to 1923)
Use
Use in small amounts by adding a drop to your palette or thinner, following the “fat over lean” rule: the more oil you add, the slower the drying and the higher the resulting gloss. It naturally tends to yellow slightly in the dark or when used with white-blue shades, so poppy or safflower oil is more suitable for sensitive pigments.
Frequently asked questions
How does linseed oil affect the properties of oil paint? It increases the fluidity and transparency of paint, extends its drying time, and leaves a hard, durable, gloss film once dry.
What can be used to thin MAIMERI linseed oil? You can use white spirit or turpentine to thin this oil.
Is linseed oil suitable for all paint shades? It naturally tends to yellow slightly when stored in the dark or when used with white-blue shades, so poppy or safflower oil is recommended for sensitive pigments.
