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product_id: 8700309
title: "Professional Gesso Surface Prep Medium, 237ml (8.0 oz), Clear"
brand: "liquitex"
price: "€ 39.04"
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# mixes with acrylics & oils 237ml premium volume high tooth for perfect grip Professional Gesso Surface Prep Medium, 237ml (8.0 oz), Clear

**Brand:** liquitex
**Price:** € 39.04
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎨 Elevate your canvas game with flawless, fade-proof foundation!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Professional Gesso Surface Prep Medium, 237ml (8.0 oz), Clear by liquitex
- **How much does it cost?** € 39.04 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## 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

- • **Safe & Durable:** Non-toxic, ASTM D4236 certified, dries water-resistant & non-yellowing
- • **Customizable Tinting:** Mix with acrylic colors for personalized translucent grounds
- • **Seamless Surface Prep:** One coat coverage seals & primes any surface effortlessly
- • **Versatile Compatibility:** Ideal for canvas, wood, paper, metal & more—paint-ready in minutes
- • **Professional Grade Texture:** High tooth finish enhances pastel, graphite & charcoal adhesion

## Overview

Liquitex Professional Gesso Surface Prep Medium (237ml) is a clear, fluid acrylic primer designed to seal and add texture to diverse surfaces like canvas, wood, paper, and metal. It dries to a matte, water-resistant finish that enhances paint adhesion for both acrylic and oil mediums. Non-toxic and ASTM D4236 certified, it offers one-coat coverage with customizable tinting options, making it a trusted choice for professional artists seeking durable, high-quality priming.

## Description

Liquitex offers the broadest range of acrylic mediums to inspire creativity at every stage of the painting process. Surface Prep Mediums are used to seal prime and add tooth (for color adhesion) to all surfaces such as canvas wood paper and metal. This same preparation is used for both acrylic and oil paint. Our professional gessoes usually take just one coat, and adding Liquitex Soft Body color to any gesso creates customized tints and primers. Liquitex Clear Gesso Surface Prep Medium is an ideal high tooth for pastel oil pastel graphite and charcoal. Excellent ground for acrylic and oil paint. Mix with acrylic color to have a tinted ground. Dries clear to translucent depending on thickness. Excellent base coat primer for many applications, including murals. Can be applied to any material or surface that will accept traditional acrylic media, such as canvas, paper, wood, etc. Liquitex Surface Prep Mediums are lightweight, non-toxic, and dry to a water-resistant, non-yellowing surface. APPLICATION: For canvas, paper, wood, or any clean porous non-oily surface. Sizes and primes while maintaining the original appearance of the surface. Provides paper with good tooth for chalk and oil pastel techniques. Mix with a very small amount of transparent or translucent acrylic color to tint the ground, while maintaining transparency. Visit our Liquitex desertcart Storefront for full product assortment.

Review: Primed for Perfection: My Experience with Liquitex Professional Gesso - As an artist, the foundation of any painting is crucial, and I was searching for a reliable primer to prepare my 14x14 canvas. Enter Liquitex Professional Gesso. I had heard of its reputation but was eager to see if it lived up to the hype. Upon opening the container, I was greeted with a thick, creamy texture that promised good coverage. The application was smooth, and I could feel the gesso gripping the canvas, creating a surface that was both absorbent and slightly textured—perfect for acrylics. After the recommended drying time, I was impressed by the matte white finish that not only brightened the canvas but also provided an excellent base for my paints. The true test came when I began painting. The gessoed surface allowed the acrylics to adhere beautifully, with colors appearing vibrant and true. The added tooth gave my brushwork a satisfying resistance, enhancing control and precision. I also appreciated the archival quality of the gesso, knowing it would help preserve my artwork for years to come. However, it's worth noting that the gesso's clear opacity means that any underlying pencil sketches or markings are not effectively covered, so plan your compositions accordingly. That could be great if you still want whatever’s underneath to show through, or challenging if you’re used to a dress that is white or some other color. Additionally, while the gesso provides a sturdy base, it's essential to allow each layer to dry thoroughly to avoid any lifting or smudging during subsequent applications. In conclusion, Liquitex Professional Gesso proved to be an excellent choice for priming my canvas. It delivered on its promises of quality, durability, and performance, setting the stage for a successful painting project. If you're looking for a dependable primer to ensure your artwork starts on the right foot, this gesso is a worthy investment.
Review: Goes on smooth and covers great. - This is is such a great size bottle. I was able to gesso many canvas for painting. The value of this size bottle was great and the quality of paint was perfect. The gesso stuck to the canvas perfectly and went on smooth and clean. It covered the canvas and was very durable.

## Features

- Fluid in nature
- Reduce viscosity of heavier paints and gels
- Includes 8-oz / 237ml bottle of medium
- Intermixable with Liquitex Professional Acrylic Paint Colors and Mediums.
- Conforms to ASTM D4236; Safe for educational use

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B001UNTGRE |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #1,130 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ( See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ) #4 in Paint Primers & Sealers #7 in Paint Mediums & Additives #8 in Airbrush Painting Supplies |
| Brand | Liquitex |
| Color | Clear |
| Coverage | Medium |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (8,516) |
| Date First Available | April 28, 2011 |
| Finish | Matte |
| Finish Type | Matte |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00094376931662 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Is Waterproof | False |
| Item Form | Gel |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Volume | 8 Fluid Ounces |
| Item Weight | 0.73 ounces |
| Item model number | 7608 |
| Manufacturer | ColArt Americas |
| Material | Acrylic |
| Model Name | Professional Gesso |
| Number Of Pieces | 1 |
| Package Information | Bottle |
| Paint Type | Oil,Acrylic |
| Part Number | 7608 |
| Pattern | Surface Prep |
| Product Dimensions | 2.36 x 2.36 x 5.51 inches |
| Size | 8 Fl Oz (Pack of 1) |
| Special Feature | Non Toxic |
| Special Features | Non Toxic |
| Specific Uses For Product | Interior/Exterior |
| Style | 8-oz |
| Surface Recommendation | Metal |
| UPC | 094376931662 |
| Unit Count | 8.0 Fluid Ounces |
| Volume | 237 Milliliters |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Liquitex
- **Color:** Clear
- **Finish Type:** Matte
- **Item Volume:** 8 Fluid Ounces
- **Paint Type:** Oil,Acrylic
- **Size:** 8 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
- **Special Feature:** Non Toxic
- **Specific Uses For Product:** Interior/Exterior
- **Surface Recommendation:** Metal
- **Unit Count:** 8.0 Fluid Ounces

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does this dry matte or glossy?  Canit also be used as a sealer/varnish?  TIA!**
A: Matte, and also gritty.  The grittiness is intentional as it contains pumice or something similar.  It seals as well as other acrylic mediums.  For a sealer, look at other acrylic mediums that are meant for this.  And it's definitely NOT a varnish because it dries somewhat milky.

**Q: Can this be used to cover mistakes or to reuse an already painted canvas?**
A: If you’re referring to white gesso , yes you can cover an old painting with one or two coats. Clear gesso will also allow you to paint over it but you will see the image you’re covering as you paint.

**Q: Would someone recommend prepping a metal surface for painting with this product a necessity? (I am unfamiliar with Gesso)**
A: Yes, it will be beneficial to prep the metal surface.  You will want to roughen up the surface with steel wool or sanding paper.  Then be sure to wash it really well to remove any oils or debris.  Then you can apply the gesso.

**Q: What's the difference between the Liquitex "Professional" gesso and the "Basics" gesso?**
A: I had used only Liquitex products (gesso and paints) for years.  Due to the expense of painting, I decided to try the Liquitex Value Series Basics Gesso.  It came in a 1.89 ltr. (1/2 gal.) bucket.  I have never been more disappointed in a product!!  I used it, but it was difficult to use because it had the consistency of Jello.  It did not thin well, and even had lumps that needed to be strained out.  I still have 1/2 of the bucket left, and only use it on projects that do not require a fine texture.  I would NOT recommend it.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Primed for Perfection: My Experience with Liquitex Professional Gesso
*by T***T on October 26, 2025*

As an artist, the foundation of any painting is crucial, and I was searching for a reliable primer to prepare my 14x14 canvas. Enter Liquitex Professional Gesso. I had heard of its reputation but was eager to see if it lived up to the hype. Upon opening the container, I was greeted with a thick, creamy texture that promised good coverage. The application was smooth, and I could feel the gesso gripping the canvas, creating a surface that was both absorbent and slightly textured—perfect for acrylics. After the recommended drying time, I was impressed by the matte white finish that not only brightened the canvas but also provided an excellent base for my paints. The true test came when I began painting. The gessoed surface allowed the acrylics to adhere beautifully, with colors appearing vibrant and true. The added tooth gave my brushwork a satisfying resistance, enhancing control and precision. I also appreciated the archival quality of the gesso, knowing it would help preserve my artwork for years to come. However, it's worth noting that the gesso's clear opacity means that any underlying pencil sketches or markings are not effectively covered, so plan your compositions accordingly. That could be great if you still want whatever’s underneath to show through, or challenging if you’re used to a dress that is white or some other color. Additionally, while the gesso provides a sturdy base, it's essential to allow each layer to dry thoroughly to avoid any lifting or smudging during subsequent applications. In conclusion, Liquitex Professional Gesso proved to be an excellent choice for priming my canvas. It delivered on its promises of quality, durability, and performance, setting the stage for a successful painting project. If you're looking for a dependable primer to ensure your artwork starts on the right foot, this gesso is a worthy investment.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Goes on smooth and covers great.
*by D***M on December 11, 2025*

This is is such a great size bottle. I was able to gesso many canvas for painting. The value of this size bottle was great and the quality of paint was perfect. The gesso stuck to the canvas perfectly and went on smooth and clean. It covered the canvas and was very durable.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality brand of Gesso prep
*by A***O on November 11, 2025*

Quality Gesso prep. Works as expected. Quick shipment

## Frequently Bought Together

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