{"product_id":"daniel-smith-extra-fine-watercolor-titanium-white-15ml-tube-semi-opaque-high-lightfastness","title":"DANIEL SMITH Extra Fine Watercolour Titanium White 15ml Tube — Semi-Opaque, High Lightfastness","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDANIEL SMITH Extra Fine Watercolour Titanium White in a 15ml tube is a premium artist-grade white watercolour made for adding highlights, soft veils, and pastel mixes with excellent lightfastness.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDANIEL SMITH’s Titanium White joins a 240+ colour catalogue crafted in Seattle to deliver consistently high pigment load, dependable permanence, and predictable handling. Formulated with pure gum arabic and carefully sized pigment particles, this Titanium White offers a semi-opaque to semi-transparent finish that blends smoothly with other watercolours and can be used straight from the tube for subtle highlights or soft washes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does Titanium White behave in mixes and layers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTitanium White from DANIEL SMITH is designed to tint and soften colours rather than fully opacify them. It mixes cleanly with other pigments to produce pastel tones and lighter tints without muddying, and it can be glazed over a wash to create luminous veils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSemi-opaque\/semi-transparent—adds soft highlights and tints\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMixes cleanly for pastel shades without dominating mixtures\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse sparingly for predictable tonal control\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCan be applied directly from the tube for subtle localized lightening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this white hold up over time and under light exposure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDANIEL SMITH watercolours are formulated and tested for permanence; Titanium White exhibits excellent lightfastness and meets ASTM standards. The pigment (PW6) is chosen for long-term colour retention so your highlights and tints remain stable when paintings are displayed properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExcellent lightfastness for archival stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMeets ASTM D4236 and D5067 handling and permanence guidelines\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo fillers—high pigment load with pure gum arabic binder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I use this tube for best results?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork with small amounts of Titanium White and build gradually; because it is semi-opaque, thin layers will produce subtle effects while thicker application increases coverage. Reactivate with a wet brush to create smooth glazes or apply thicker straight from the tube for targeted highlights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRewet with a brush for transparent glazes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApply directly from tube for controlled highlights\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLayer over dried washes for soft veils of light\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCombine with other pigments to make pastels and muted tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes DANIEL SMITH watercolours different from other brands?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDANIEL SMITH prioritizes pigment purity, carefully balanced particle size, and no fillers, producing vivid, reliable colours with superior permanence. Beyond Titanium White, the brand offers a vast palette—including PrimaTek mineral pigments, luminescent paints, and cadmium-hue alternatives—so artists can access unique effects and a consistent working experience across the line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOver 240 colours available in 15ml tubes—the industry’s largest selection\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUnique PrimaTek and Luminescent series for special textures and optical effects\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMade in the USA with strict batch testing for performance qualities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: DANIEL SMITH Titanium White 15ml is suited to illustration artists, landscape and plein-air painters, botanical painters, and hobbyists who want a reliable white that blends predictably, resists fading, and integrates seamlessly with a large professional palette. If you need a high-quality white for subtle highlights, pastel mixing, or veiling effects without unexpected staining or granulation, this tube is a practical addition to any watercolour set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is this Titanium White fully opaque?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: No — it’s semi-opaque to semi-transparent, designed for subtle highlights and pastel mixes, not full coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Does this meet archival standards?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes — formulated for excellent lightfastness and conforming to ASTM D4236 and D5067 standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"DANIEL SMITH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55251282526545,"sku":"B001PTCUV2","price":29.51,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/daniel-smith-tube-front-label.jpg?v=1791642919","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/daniel-smith-extra-fine-watercolor-titanium-white-15ml-tube-semi-opaque-high-lightfastness","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}