{"product_id":"golden-soflat-matte-acrylic-paint-permanent-yellow-4-fl-oz-low-glare-high-coverage","title":"GOLDEN SoFlat Matte Acrylic Paint Permanent Yellow, 118 ml — Low-Glare, High Coverage","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eGOLDEN SoFlat Matte Acrylics in Permanent Yellow is a professional-grade, low-glare acrylic paint formulated for smooth, even, velvety matte fields of colour with excellent coverage and leveling.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need a matte acrylic that hides brush glare, lays down uniform colour and requires fewer coats, this Permanent Yellow from GOLDEN’s SoFlat line was developed specifically for that use. SoFlat combines high covering power with a flowing, leveling consistency to create broad, flat planes of colour that dry to a durable, water-resistant matte finish. Made in the USA by GOLDEN—an artist-owned company—this 4 fl. oz. jar blends Diarylide and Nickel yellow pigments to give an archival, semi-opaque primary yellow with excellent lightfastness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this paint reduce glare and texture in finished work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoFlat is engineered to minimize surface sheen and visible brush marks by combining a specialized matte binder with pigments selected for strong coverage. The formula levels as it dries, producing an even, low-reflective surface that resembles the matte look of gouache but with superior durability and water resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFlat, non-reflective finish designed for minimal glare\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFlowing consistency that reduces visible brush strokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDry film with a velvety feel and stable adhesion to typical painting grounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill Permanent Yellow cover previous layers and mix well with other paints?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePermanent Yellow in SoFlat is semi-opaque with strong tinting strength, so it covers underlying colours effectively while still blending predictably with other acrylics. It mixes cleanly with other GOLDEN colours and mediums, allowing you to maintain the matte appearance when combined correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSemi-opaque balance for masking without full opacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with standard acrylic mediums and GOLDEN paints\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGood tinting strength for controlled colour mixing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the pigment, durability, and permanence details I should know?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis jar uses a blend of Diarylide (PY74) and Nickel Antimony Titanate (PY53) pigments, giving a stable primary yellow with ASTM Lightfastness rated I (Excellent). The dried film resists water once cured, delivering archival stability appropriate for professional work when applied and stored correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePigments: PY74 (Arylide Yellow 5GX) and PY53 (Nickel Antimony Titanate)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eASTM Lightfastness I (Excellent); Vegan formulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDurable, water-resistant matte surface after full curing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I use SoFlat for best results and what surfaces work well?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply SoFlat with soft or medium brushes to achieve smooth fields—work wet into wet to preserve leveling and reduce brush texture. It adheres well to primed canvas, gessoed panels, board and appropriate paper; allow sufficient drying time between layers for highest durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse soft-bristle or synthetic brushes for minimal brush mark retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIdeal surfaces: primed canvas, gessoed panels, smooth boards, heavy paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAllow full cure before varnishing; compatible with matte acrylic varnishes if desired\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: GOLDEN SoFlat Permanent Yellow 4 fl. oz. is aimed at professional and serious hobbyist painters who need strong coverage, uniform matte surfaces and reliable permanence. It’s especially useful for artists working on colour fields, flat graphic painting, illustration, set painting or any project where glare-free, even colour matters. Studio artists who value archival pigments and predictable mixing behavior will appreciate this specialized matte acrylic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThis mixture of Diarylide and Nickel yellows provides a lightfast, semi-opaque primary yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eASTM Lightfastness I (Excellent); Semi-Opaque; Pigment(s): PY74 (Arylide Yellow 5GX), PY53 (Nickel Antimony Titanate); Vegan\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFLAT, OPAQUE COLOUR is achieved more easily with SoFlat. A unique blend of excellent coverage, matte finish and flowing, leveling consistency allows artists to create immersive fields of colour without the distraction of texture and glare.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVELVETY SMOOTH, DURABLE SURFACE when dry with excellent water resistance for the matte, opaque look of gouache without its limitations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMade in the USA with globally sourced materials by an employee-owned company with more than 40 years of experience making paint for professional artists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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 GOLDEN SoFlat Permanent Yellow waterproof when dry?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. Once fully cured, the dried SoFlat film is water-resistant, suitable for finished pieces without immediate reactivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I mix SoFlat with other GOLDEN acrylics and still keep the matte look?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: You can mix it with other GOLDEN acrylics; to preserve the matte effect, use matte mediums or additional SoFlat rather than glossy additives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"GOLDEN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55254576955729,"sku":"B08W7HNJM8","price":34.97,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/golden-soflat-permanent-yellow-front-jar.jpg?v=1791680777","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/golden-soflat-matte-acrylic-paint-permanent-yellow-4-fl-oz-low-glare-high-coverage","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}