Daniel Smith - Acrylic Gesso
Acrylic Gesso
Prime canvases in just two coats with flexible, fiber-safe coverage
Professional-grade grounds need to balance coverage with workability. Daniel Smith formulates this gesso with thick viscosity that brushes smoothly without dragging, eliminating the frustration of thin, streaky applications that require endless coats. Two passes deliver complete opacity and proper tooth, you're priming surfaces, not painting them repeatedly.
Heavy pigment loading creates that efficient coverage while maintaining flexibility crucial for canvas longevity. Unlike oil-based grounds that contain acids gradually weakening natural fibers, this acrylic formulation protects cotton and linen from chemical deterioration over time. The gesso moves with your substrate rather than cracking under tension or environmental changes.
Brush application distributes evenly across stretched canvas, panels, or paper, building a receptive surface for oils, acrylics, and mixed media. The substantial body fills canvas weave without obscuring texture entirely, giving you control over final surface character. Spend less time on preparation layers and more time on actual painting, this gesso handles the foundation work efficiently so you can focus on image development.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
- Thick, brushable consistency for easy application
- Heavy coverage achieves complete finish in two coats
- More flexible than traditional oil grounds
- Oil-free formula protects canvas fibers from deterioration
- Works on cotton and linen surfaces
- Prevents acid damage to canvas materials
