{"product_id":"falling-in-art-2-pack-12x12-birch-wood-canvas-panels-1-5-gallery-depth-unfinished-smooth-surface","title":"Falling in Art 2-Pack 12x12\" Birch Wood Canvas Panels — 1.5\" Gallery-Depth, Unfinished Smooth Surface","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eFalling in Art 2 Pack 12x12\" unfinished birch wood panels are ready-to-paint, gallery-depth boards designed for oils, acrylics, mixed media and decorative craft projects.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\nThese 12-by-12-inch birch panels come as a set of two solid wood boards with a 1.5-inch gallery edge, offering a stable, warp-resistant painting surface that eliminates the need for stretching canvas. The surfaces are sanded smooth with natural wood grain for texture, making them ideal for artists who want a rigid support for studio work, plein air painting, or decorative finishing without extra preparation. Lightweight and portable, the panels hold paint, collage and other media cleanly, and their thick edges allow for display as-is or for framing.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do these birch panels differ from stretched canvas?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\nThese solid wood panels stay flat and rigid, so you won’t experience the sagging or tension issues that can affect stretched canvas. The uniformly sanded surface provides consistent tooth for paint adhesion, and the gallery-depth edges allow finished work to be displayed without a frame.\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWarp-resistant birch core for long-term stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSanded, smooth face for fine detail and mixed media\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1.5\" depth creates a clean, finished edge for frameless display\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo stretching or priming required for many techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich painting and craft techniques work best on these boards?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\nThe panels accept a wide range of media, from oils and acrylics to watercolour washes and collage adhesives. Because the surface is solid and smooth, it's also suitable for wood-burning, tempera, gessoing, and layering mixed-media elements like fabric or paper.\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOils and acrylics adhere evenly without flex-induced cracking\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWatercolour and gouache give unique effects when used with ground or primer\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCollage, wood-burning and decoupage stick well to the sanded face\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePerfect for experiments in texture, relief, and mounted embellishments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDo these panels need priming or special preparation before painting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\nMany artists can paint directly on the sanded birch, but priming with gesso or acrylic ground improves archival performance and controls absorbency. A single coat of white or clear gesso evens out the surface and prevents excessive paint soak-in, while multiple coats create a toothier ground for impasto work.\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse one or two coats of acrylic gesso for general painting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSand lightly between coats for an ultra-smooth finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApply clear ground for preserved wood tones or for watercolour techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEdge-seal with paint or varnish to protect the gallery sides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow can I display or finish artwork created on these 1.5\" panels?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\nThe 1.5-inch depth provides a substantial edge that looks finished when varnished or painted, so many artists hang panels unframed for a contemporary presentation. Alternatively, the panels can be fitted into floater frames, mounted within a larger composition, or used as decorative plaques and gifts once sealed.\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePaint or varnish edges for a frameless, modern look\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMount in a floater or shadow box frame for gallery presentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse for wedding décor, signage, or personalised gifts after sealing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLightweight for easy hanging or transport to shows and plein air sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\nWho is this for\n\nThese Falling in Art birch panels suit hobbyists, students and professional artists who want a reliable, rigid support for detailed work and mixed-media experiments. They’re also great for crafters who plan to embellish, burn, or decorate wood surfaces for home décor, events or gifts. If you need a portable, ready-to-use substrate that looks finished straight off the easel, this two-pack of 12x12\" gallery-depth panels is a practical choice.\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Are these panels ready to paint out of the package?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes—surfaces are sanded and usable immediately, though many artists prefer one coat of gesso for longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I use oil paint directly on the bare wood?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: You can, but priming with an oil- or acrylic-compatible ground is recommended to prevent absorption and improve archival stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Falling in Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55297461977425,"sku":"B0D3TYQPBQ","price":65.77,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/falling-in-art-front-packaging-12x12-birch-panel.jpg?v=1791956050","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/falling-in-art-2-pack-12x12-birch-wood-canvas-panels-1-5-gallery-depth-unfinished-smooth-surface","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}