{"product_id":"golden-extra-heavy-gel-matte-acrylic-medium-8-fl-oz-jar-thick-impasto-texture-low-sheen-durability","title":"GOLDEN Extra Heavy Gel Matte acrylic medium, 237 ml jar — thick impasto texture \u0026 low-sheen durability","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGOLDEN Artist Colours Extra Heavy Gel Matte is a very thick, wax-like acrylic medium for building texture, extending paint, and achieving a durable matte surface.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExtra Heavy Gel Matte from GOLDEN is an acrylic medium formulated for artists who want dense body and a low-sheen finish while retaining excellent flexibility and durability. It sits between modelling paste and regular gel, allowing you to sculpt peaks, embed collage elements, or thinly glaze colours while maintaining a resolute matte surface. Made in the USA by a longtime paint manufacturer, this 8 fl. oz. jar offers studio-ready performance for mixed media, painting, and surface preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow will this gel change the texture and look of my acrylic paintings?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe extra heavy consistency enables sculptural texture and pronounced impasto effects that hold peaks and knife marks. Drying produces a wax-like matte that reduces surface sheen and enhances subtle light scattering without brittleness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCreate strong impasto that keeps shape even after drying\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlend or carve surface once partially cured for refined textures\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse under or over colour to mute gloss and control final sheen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I mix Extra Heavy Gel Matte with colour or use it as a ground?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — it mixes smoothly with acrylic paints and can act as a ground or primer when you need a toothy, matte surface. Depending on your ratio, it can increase transparency, body, or both, without compromising adhesion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMix 1:1 for thicker paint with reduced sheen and slightly increased translucency\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse thinner layers as a gesso-like ground to build tooth for subsequent layers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApply over collage to adhere elements while keeping a uniform matte finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the handling, drying, and long-term durability characteristics?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGOLDEN Extra Heavy Gel Matte dries to a flexible, chemically stable film resistant to water once fully cured. It resists yellowing and UV effects better than many hobby-grade alternatives, making it suitable for archival work when used properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDries to the touch in hours; full cure can take days depending on thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaintains flexibility and resists cracking in typical painting thicknesses\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOnce dry it provides water resistance and good adhesion for overpainting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I apply, clean up, and store this medium?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply with palette knives, brushes, or impasto tools; clean tools with water while wet. Store the jar tightly sealed in a cool place to preserve consistency and prevent skinning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSculpt or spread with knives for pronounced peaks; use a stiff brush for toothy surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClean brushes with soap and water before the medium cures\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReseal jar after use and keep away from freezing temperatures to maintain texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? GOLDEN Extra Heavy Gel Matte suits professional and serious hobbyist artists who need a stable, low-gloss acrylic medium for heavy texture, collage, and mixed-media work. If you frequently build layers, carve into wet surfaces, or require a durable matte finish that holds peaks and brush marks, this medium provides studio-grade performance in an 8 fl. oz. jar.\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: Can I mix Extra Heavy Gel Matte with acrylic paint?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. Mix into acrylics to increase body, reduce gloss, or adjust translucency; ratios change texture and drying time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How long does it take to fully cure?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Touch-dry in hours; full cure may take several days depending on layer thickness and environmental conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"GOLDEN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55253656240465,"sku":"B007V5JVN4","price":32.61,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/golden-extra-heavy-gel-matte-front-jar.jpg?v=1791662134","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/golden-extra-heavy-gel-matte-acrylic-medium-8-fl-oz-jar-thick-impasto-texture-low-sheen-durability","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}