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Everything you need to know about acrylic paint auxiliaries

What is the difference between gesso and normal acrylic paint?

Both Gesso and acrylic paint are made on the basis of an acrylic, the big difference is in the recipe. Gesso is formulated so that the it always retains an open structure that is ideal for the adhesion of both oil and acrylic paints.

Can oil paint be painted directly on Amsterdam Acrylic Binder?

This is not recommended. Due to the lack of dry raw materials, Amsterdam Acrylic Binder dries to a very closed film in which the oil finds it difficult to adhere.