{"product_id":"liquitex-professional-modeling-paste-acrylic-texture-medium-237ml-8-oz-marble-based-sandable-stone-like-finish","title":"Liquitex Professional Modelling Paste acrylic texture medium 237ml (8 oz) — marble-based, sandable stone-like finish","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiquitex Professional Modelling Paste is a marble-based, heavy-body acrylic medium for building three-dimensional texture that dries to a sandable, stone-like hardness.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for painters and mixed-media artists, this 237ml (8-oz) jar combines marble dust with a 100% acrylic polymer emulsion to create a paste that holds peaks, edges, and sculpted details. It increases body when mixed with acrylic colour or can be applied straight from the jar to form raised surfaces and reliefs. Because it’s formulated for durability and adhesion to non-oily, absorbent supports, it’s suitable for rigid panels and, when modified, for flexible grounds as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does Liquitex Modelling Paste create texture and three-dimensional effects?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe thick, marble-infused paste lets you sculpt, model, and build up surface volume that retains tool marks and contours. It accepts fine carving and sanding after curing, so you can refine textures or create crisp architectural details. For sculptural work, apply in successive thin layers, allowing each layer to set before adding more to avoid excessive cracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApply with palette knives, trowels, or brushes for varied marks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCarve or sand when fully dry to refine shapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLayer thinly to build height without mud-cracking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I mix this paste with paint or use it on flexible surfaces?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the paste blends readily with Liquitex Professional acrylic colours and other Liquitex mediums to produce tinted pastes. For flexible canvases, mix the paste 50\/50 with a compatible gel medium (gloss, matte, or heavy) to increase flexibility and reduce brittleness. Straight from the jar it’s best used on rigid supports like wood panels or primed boards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTint with acrylic paints for coloured texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMix 50\/50 with gloss\/matte\/heavy gel for flexible support\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse undiluted for stone-like hardness on rigid grounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat drying and finishing considerations should I follow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrying time varies with thickness; the paste dries to a hard, stone-like surface when thoroughly cured. To avoid shrinkage cracks, keep layers under 1\/4\" thick and dry slowly—cover loosely with plastic wrap to moderate evaporation. Once dry, it can be sanded, carved, or painted over with acrylics or oils (after full cure and with proper ground preparation for oils).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApply less than 1\/4\" per layer to prevent mud-cracking\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDry slowly, loosely covered, for even curing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSand or carve fully cured surface; paint with acrylics or oils afterward\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich tools and techniques work best with this modelling paste?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe paste adapts well to both sculptural and painterly approaches. Use palette knives and trowels for impasto peaks, brushes for softer textures, or unconventional tools (spatulas, combs, cake-decorating tips) to create repeated patterns. For clay-like handling, remove the lid and let a little water evaporate until it reaches a pliable consistency suitable for modelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePalette knives and trowels for heavy textures and edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBrushes and combs for subtler surface variation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAllow partial evaporation for clay-like modelling consistency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: Liquitex Professional Modelling Paste is made for fine artists, mixed-media creators, muralists, and craft professionals who need a stable, archival-feeling medium to build relief, texture, and sculptural detail. It’s especially useful when you want a durable, sandable finish or when you plan to combine painted and sculpted elements on rigid supports. Students and educators will also appreciate the ASTM D4236 conformity and non-toxic formulation for classroom projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA marble paste made of marble dust and 100% polymer emulsion; used to build heavy textures\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLightweight, non-toxic; dries to the hardness of stone, and can be sanded or carved when thoroughly dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes 8-oz \/ 237ml jar of medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntermixable with Liquitex Professional Acrylic Paint Colours and Mediums; conforms to ASTM D4236\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDimensions (inches): 2.5 x 2.5 x 3.7\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: Can I paint over Liquitex Modelling Paste?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. Once fully dried and cured, you can paint over it with acrylics or, with proper prep, oils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is this paste safe for classroom use?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The formula is non-toxic and conforms to ASTM D4236, making it suitable for educational settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Liquitex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55254943465809,"sku":"B000KNNL6C","price":34.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/liquitex-modeling-paste-front-jar.jpg?v=1791692958","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/liquitex-professional-modeling-paste-acrylic-texture-medium-237ml-8-oz-marble-based-sandable-stone-like-finish","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}