--- product_id: 276864804 title: "Professional Effects Medium, 118ml (4-Oz), Slow-Dri Fluid Retarder" brand: "liquitex" price: "€ 35.79" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Liquitex" url: https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/276864804-professional-effects-medium-118ml-4-oz-slow-dri-fluid-retarder store_origin: CY region: Cyprus --- # 4-hour extended drying time Binder-free fluid for pure color Reduces paint skinning on palette Professional Effects Medium, 118ml (4-Oz), Slow-Dri Fluid Retarder **Brand:** liquitex **Price:** € 35.79 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎨 Slow down time, speed up brilliance. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Professional Effects Medium, 118ml (4-Oz), Slow-Dri Fluid Retarder by liquitex - **How much does it cost?** € 35.79 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.cy](https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/276864804-professional-effects-medium-118ml-4-oz-slow-dri-fluid-retarder) ## Best For - liquitex enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted liquitex brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Palette Perfection:** Significantly reduces paint skinning, keeping your palette fresh and ready for every stroke. - • **Matte Finish Mastery:** Achieve a professional matte finish that enhances your artwork’s depth and texture. - • **Pure Color, No Compromise:** Binder-free formula preserves the vibrancy and integrity of your acrylic paints. - • **Trusted by Pros Worldwide:** With a 4.7-star rating from over 1,300 artists, this French-made medium is a must-have for serious creatives. - • **Maximize Your Creative Flow:** Extends acrylic paint working time by up to 4 hours, so your ideas never dry out too soon. ## Overview Liquitex Professional Effects Medium is a 118ml slow-drying fluid retarder designed to extend the open working time of acrylic paints by up to 4 hours. Its binder-free formula maintains paint color purity while reducing skinning on palettes, delivering a smooth matte finish favored by professional artists worldwide. ## Description From the manufacturer Liquitex Acrylic Mediums In addition to the widest array of Professional and Student colors, Liquitex offers the broadest possible range of acrylic mediums to inspire creativity at every stage of the painting process. We understand that mediums are often a difficult concept to grasp until you actually dive into them, so we’ve tried to simplify usage by classifying products in three distinct categories: Prep, Paint, and Finish. Prep Surface preparations set the foundation for stable and permanent color applications by sealing and adding tooth to almost any painting surface. We offer five different types of prep products available to accommodate all types of work. Paint Within the painting category, there are several different types of products you would use besides the color itself. They are Fluid Mediums, Gel Mediums, Additives, and Texture Gels. Each of these products are explained further within this brochure. These painting mediums allow an artist to adjust the working and optical properties of the paint film to accomplish an astonishing variety of techniques and applications. Finish Varnishes are applied over a completed piece of work to change or unify the surface sheen and protect the painted surface from the environment and ultraviolet light. Whether you are PREPing the surface, PAINTing the masterpiece, or adding the crucial FINISHing touch, Liquitex offers the proper medium to achieve any desired result. Explore your possibilities even further by mixing Liquitex acrylic color with any of our mediums. Effects Mediums All Effects Mediums Are permanent Non-yellowing Water resistant when dry Ideal for improving adhesion Formulated for long-term durability Manufactured with the best quality resins available Liquitex offers a variety of specialty products including Fluid Mediums, Gel Mediums, Texture Gels and Additives which have been specifically designed to achieve various techniques, applications, and special effects. Effects Mediums available Slow-Dri Fluid Retarder, String Gel Flow Aid, Ceramic Stucco Slow-Dri Gel Retarder, Glass Beads Liquithick Thickening Gel, Resin Sand Fabric Medium, White Opaque Flakes Iridescent Medium, Natural Sand Airbrush Medium, Blended Fibers Pouring Medium, Black Lava Review: Wonderful product - Thins paint so well and they become nice and creamy The paint maintains its colour Review: Dottingpuntjes resultaat - De verdunnen zorgt voor een mooie dot en een gelijkmatig resultaat. ## Features - A Binder-Free Fluid With Slow Drying Agents - Increases ‘Open‘ (Working) Time Of Acrylic Paint - Reduces Paint Skinning-Over On Palette ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B004M559I2 | | Age Range Description | all ages | | Best Sellers Rank | #13,709 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #401 in Art Paints | | Brand | Liquitex | | Brand Name | Liquitex | | Color | Slow-Dri Fluid Additive | | Color Code | #FFFFFF | | Colour | Slow-Dri Fluid Additive | | Container Type | Bottle | | Coverage | Medium | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,340 Reviews | | Dry Time In Hours | 4 | | Finish Type | Matte | | Finish type | Matte | | Full Cure Time | 0.5 Hours | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00094376926088 | | Included Components | Acrylic, Palette | | Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor | | Is Waterproof | False | | Item Form | Liquid | | Item Type Name | Effects Medium | | Item Volume | 4 Fluid Ounces | | Item Weight | 0.05 Kilograms | | Item volume | 4 Fluid Ounces | | Manufacturer | ColArt Americas | | Model Name | Professional | | Model Number | 126704 | | Paint Type | Acrylic | | Part Number | 126704 | | Size | 4 Fl Oz (Pack of 1) | | Special Features | Fade Resistant | | Special features | Fade Resistant | | Specific Uses For Product | Art Painting | | Surface Recommendation | Paper | | UPC | 094376926088 | | Unit Count | 4 Fluid Ounces | | Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Liquitex - **Colour:** Slow-Dri Fluid Additive - **Finish type:** Matte - **Item volume:** 4 Fluid Ounces - **Size:** 4 Fl Oz (Pack of 1) ## Images ![Professional Effects Medium, 118ml (4-Oz), Slow-Dri Fluid Retarder - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71uQyVhyP8L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: i am not using an airbrush, but i need thin non-glossy glazes. would this work? thanks** A: I know this is late,but I use Golden Airbrush medium to thin my paint for glazes. **Q: Can this be used to thin (Vallejo) Acrylic-Polyurethane liquid primers (for miniatures)?** A: I don't know. From what I hear you can use it to thin just about any acrylic-based paint. However, not sure how the polyurethane in the primer would react. I think a good test would be to mix it up and see. Start with the primer in a mixing cup (couple of drops), then add the airbrush medium a drop at a time (mixing each time and checking consistency, clumping, etc). If you get a good mix without clumps and about the consistency of low-fat milk, you should be able to apply through an airbrush. I would recommend testing on a test plate to see how it adheres before using it on your finish piece! Good Luck. **Q: *For those who used both products*, please: Is this different different from pouring effect medium?** A: The "Pouring effect medium" has more control, but the flow aid is mainly used for completely liquefying the paint, while keeping consistent color I have used this with airbrush art, and mixing effects with other Liquitex/other brand acrylic mediums. On a more casual, non-air-brush point of view: This can totally thin paint, but there is other stuff out there, that will suit your needs. BONUS** This works wonders if you 1. need a shorter drying time OR 2. Have lesser quality acrylic in old tubes and want to turn out well. **Q: I have createx airbrush paint for nail art. The problem is it air comes out but no paint. Ive cleaned the needle still no paint spray.** A: The number of reasons why your air brush is not working is huge. I would try and verify that you can shoot water through the air brush, if you can, the you can fiddle with air pressure, or thin the paint, or clean the brush, or go to a larger tip size. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wonderful product *by K***A on 11 June 2023* Thins paint so well and they become nice and creamy The paint maintains its colour ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Dottingpuntjes resultaat *by K***N on 5 July 2023* De verdunnen zorgt voor een mooie dot en een gelijkmatig resultaat. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Bra! *by G***A on 29 May 2023* Använder den till mina paint by numbers. Har räddat många färger! ## Frequently Bought Together - Liquitex Professional Effects Medium, 118ml (4-oz), Slow-Dri Fluid Retarder - Liquitex Professional Gesso Surface Prep Medium, 237ml (8.0 oz), Clear - Liquitex BASICS Acrylic Paint, 250ml (8.5-oz) Tube, Titanium White --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/276864804-professional-effects-medium-118ml-4-oz-slow-dri-fluid-retarder](https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/276864804-professional-effects-medium-118ml-4-oz-slow-dri-fluid-retarder) --- *Product available on Desertcart Cyprus* *Store origin: CY* *Last updated: 2026-06-24*