{"product_id":"falling-in-art-2-pack-22x28-unfinished-birch-cradle-panels-1-deep-ready-to-paint-boards","title":"Falling in Art 2-Pack 22x28 Unfinished Birch Cradle Panels — 1\" Deep Ready-to-Paint Boards","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese are two unfinished 22\" x 28\" birch cradle panels (1\" deep) designed as rigid, sanded painting surfaces for acrylics, oils, mixed media and craft projects.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFalling in Art supplies a pair of large-format wooden panels built with a smooth birch face and pine backing to give artists a warp-resistant, ready-to-paint board. Each panel is kiln-dried and sanded so you can prime, draw, or apply paint straight away; the cradle construction adds strength and makes the panels easy to hang or display without stretcher bars. They’re lightweight compared with heavy framed canvases, yet rigid enough to support heavy textures, collage, resin pours and repeated handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do these panels perform for different painting mediums?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe birch surface accepts acrylics, oils and gesso well and gives a consistent tooth for inks, transfers and collage. Because the wood is stable, heavy-bodied paint and thick impasto hold without sagging, and you can sand between layers to refine edges. Use an isolation coat before delicate techniques if you plan to remove or alter paint later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReady-to-prime birch face ideal for acrylic and oil paint\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSolid 1\" depth cradle resists warping with heavy media\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSanded smooth surface for transfers, photo mounting, and gesso layers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCan be sealed for resin, varnish or mixed-media protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat practical benefits do cradle panels offer compared with stretched canvas?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCradle panels provide a hard, flat working plane that won’t flex under pressure, useful for precise detail work and techniques that require a rigid base. The finished piece can be displayed without a frame or recessed for a floating frame, and the 1\" depth gives a gallery-ready presence. They’re also easier to store and transport without risk of denting a fabric surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStable, flat surface eliminates canvas sagging and stretching\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDeeper edge offers gallery-style presentation without framing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDurable for studio handling, shipping and mixed-media adhesion\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDual-sided pine back allows artwork or storage use on reverse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I prepare and finish these panels for best results?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLightly sand any rough spots, then apply a suitable primer such as acrylic gesso for paint adhesion; oil painters often use an isolation layer before oil ground. For mixed media or resin, seal the wood to prevent outgassing and ensure uniform gloss. Allow each layer to dry thoroughly and sand between coats when a smooth finish is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSand edges and faces with fine grit for a consistent tooth\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse multiple gesso coats for acrylics; let dry fully between coats\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSeal with shellac or an isolation coat prior to resin pours\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdd hanging hardware or float-mount as desired for display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat sizes and uses suit these panels best?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 22\" x 28\" dimensions give ample space for large landscapes, portraiture or expansive abstract work while still being manageable for a home studio. Falling in Art offers many other panel sizes, making these two a flexible option for series work or paired compositions. They also double as decorative boards for craft projects, signage, or organizing studio supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLarge area for detailed or expressive compositions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUseful as paired canvases for diptychs or series work\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks for painting, photo mounting, pouring, collage and pyrography\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAlso suitable as decorative trays or display boards in the studio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? These 22\" x 28\" Falling in Art cradle panels are aimed at hobbyists, emerging and professional painters who need a stable, high-quality surface for acrylics, oils and mixed media. They suit artists who prefer a rigid board over fabric, instructors building large-format practice stocks, and makers who want panels ready for priming, transferring photos, or finishing with resin and varnish.\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: Are these panels ready to paint?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The birch faces are sanded and ready for gesso or direct priming; light sanding and one or two gesso coats are recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I use resin or heavy texture on them?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. Seal with an isolation coat before resin pours; the 1\" cradle supports heavy texture and mixed-media layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Falling in Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55302835405137,"sku":"B09Y5T9B94","price":108.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/falling-in-art-front-view-22x28-panel.jpg?v=1791983790","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/falling-in-art-2-pack-22x28-unfinished-birch-cradle-panels-1-deep-ready-to-paint-boards","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}