{"product_id":"liquitex-basics-acrylic-paint-13-5-oz-primary-red-medium-viscosity-satin-finish","title":"Liquitex BASICS Acrylic Paint 399 ml Primary Red — Medium Viscosity, Satin Finish","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiquitex BASICS Primary Red is a 13.5‑ounce, medium‑viscosity acrylic paint that delivers rich, lightfast pigment with a satin finish for beginners and seasoned artists alike.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to bridge affordability and artist‑quality performance, this 400 ml bottle of Primary Red gives you creamy coverage, reliable colour mixing, and the ability to retain brush marks and texture. BASICS colours use stable pigments that are intermixable with Liquitex Professional ranges, making this bottle a practical choice for underpaintings, studies, classroom use, or studio work where consistent colour and handling matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this paint behave on canvas and mixed surfaces?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe medium viscosity formula spreads smoothly while holding peaks and brushwork, so it can read as flat colour or textured impasto depending on your technique. It adheres well to primed canvas, paper, wood panels, and common craft substrates when used with proper surface preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThick, creamy body that keeps visible brush or palette‑knife marks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSatin finish that reduces glare without looking overly matte.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGood adhesion to primed canvas, gessoed wood, and heavyweight paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes BASICS Primary Red suitable for learning and professional workflows?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBASICS sits between student and professional grades: pigment load and handling are tuned for study, colour exploration, and scalable production work. You can use it for colour theory exercises, quick scoping, or as a cost‑effective underlayer that still mixes predictably with higher‑end Liquitex colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReliable pigment strength for teaching and practice sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntermixable with Liquitex Professional paints and mediums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSize and price point suited to classrooms, studios, and hobbyists.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow can I mix, thin, or modify this acrylic for different effects?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBASICS responds well to standard acrylic mediums and water for versatility across techniques. Thin with water for glazes, add modelling paste or heavy body medium for more texture, or blend with gloss\/matte mediums to alter sheen and working time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThin with water or glazing medium for translucent layers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse heavy body or texture gels to increase peak retention and body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMix with professional Liquitex colours without unexpected shifts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this paint safe and appropriate for educational environments?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe formula conforms to ASTM D4236 labeling standards, making it an appropriate selection for schools, workshops, and community studios where safety labeling and predictable ingredients are required. Standard precautions for art materials still apply—use good ventilation and avoid ingestion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCertified to ASTM D4236 for educational use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClear labeling for classroom compatibility and handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e13.5‑ounce (400 ml) bottle designed for multiple sessions or group settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? Liquitex BASICS Primary Red is aimed at beginners, instructors, and professionals who want an economical, paintable red that performs reliably. If you need a go‑to primary red for colour mixing, practice pieces, or as an underpainting colour that accepts glazes and overpaints well, this bottle balances cost and quality without sacrificing predictable handling or compatibility with Liquitex’s professional line.\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 BASICS Primary Red with Liquitex Professional paints?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. BASICS is intermixable with Liquitex Professional colours and mediums for predictable blending.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How do I thin this acrylic for glazes?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Thin with water or an acrylic glazing medium; avoid excessive water to prevent weak film formation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Liquitex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55295766069585,"sku":"B07LBYVQZH","price":40.72,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/liquitex-basics-primary-red-front-label.jpg?v=1791939344","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/liquitex-basics-acrylic-paint-13-5-oz-primary-red-medium-viscosity-satin-finish","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}