Schmincke primer 1, strongly absorbent

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A pure white, semi-opaque, light-resistant and nonaging primer for oil and acrylic colours with stronger absorbent character similar to a half-chalk ground (gesso). Forms an elastic, matt film after drying. Schmincke primer 1 is ready to use, but can be diluted with max. 30% of water.

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