Oil binder

The "Le liant huile pour les Arts" is a ready-to-use, handcrafted grinding medium made from vegetable oils that cause minimal yellowing.

This binder allows for the preparation of oil paints by grinding pigments. It is highly compatible with pigments and promotes their wetting. Its precise formula contains just the right amount of siccatives (additives that promote the oxidation of the oil and thus its polymerization) for optimal drying both on the surface and deep within the paint. Thanks to its viscosity, the oil binder produces an oil with a pleasant feel.

The Artisan Pastellier oil binder can be thinned and cleaned with organic solvents such as mineral spirits or turpentine.
Good compatibility with pigments
Good dispersion and wetting of pigments
Minimal yellowing
Dries thoroughly

Instructions for Use:
Application: Stir well before use. Make a small pile of pigment on the glass plate or ceramic tile. Make a small indentation and pour a little oil binder into it. Using a painter’s knife, mix the pigment thoroughly, then grind it with the grinding wheel until you obtain a perfectly smooth, homogeneous paste free of lumps. For a “fine” grind, use the frosted glass grinder (or half-pebble) to apply continuous circular pressure to the prepared paste without applying too much force. While grinding, be sure to keep the product centered, as it tends to pile up around the edges of the grinding surface. For faster through-drying, the Artisan Pastellier’s quick-drying medium can be added during grinding—one drop per small amount of paint.

Clean equipment with mineral spirits or turpentine.
Size: 100 ml and 250 ml
Precautions for use: Store in the original container, tightly closed, away from moisture in a well-ventilated area. Store at a temperature below 40°C.
Precautions for use: Keep out of reach of children. Do not pour down the drain. In case of contact with eyes or skin, rinse immediately with plenty of water.