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Spectrafix Pastel Fixative

SpectraFix Spray Fixative is the ultimate fixative for charcoal, pastels, pencils, watercolours and gouache as it contains no resin varnishes or other chemicals or chemical propellants to darken the value and alter the hue of your work. Also perfect for use to secure underpainting before varnishing or applying oil paint.
SpectraFix is formulated from a blend of art-grade natural milk casein, water and pure grain alcohol to produce a colourless, rapid drying, water-resistant and non-yellowing film. The alcohol evaporates rapidly taking the water with it leaving only a thin layer of casein which dries quickly to a protective and archival acid free matte film. Also protects fragile pastels without colour change!
SpectraFix is not packaged in a pressurized aerosol can as the necessary chemical propellant used may cause unforeseeable effects to colour values and hues, your health and the environment. Instead, SpectraFix uses a finger-operated, fine mist sprayer to produce a vaporous mist that has only a minimal effect on a colour's value and does not change the hue. The colours will remain fresh and vibrant even after several layers of SpectraFix. Safe for use indoors or in the classroom!

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DEGF12 DEGF12 SPECTRAFIX DEGAS ATOMISER PASTEL FIXATIVE 12oz (355ml). Inspired by Edgar Degas's antique recipe, SpectraFix Degas Fixative uses a unique blend of casein, water and alcohol to provide safe, odour-free protection for artwork. Perfect for indoor use, especially for those sensitive to chemicals. No toxic fumes, quick-drying, invisible matte finish - ideal for continuous work. Reworkable layering - adds depth and traction, especially on thick media like oil pastels or coloured pencils - forms a durable, water-resistant protective seal. SpectraFix works on a variety of surfaces, including paper (excluding Sennilier La carte pastel paper) primed or unprimed canvas, wood, ceramics and more. Can be used on all drawing media including soft pastels, oil pastels, coloured pencil, graphite & charcoal. Mixed Media including watercolour, gouache, ink, casein and encaustics. Under oil and acrylics, it prevents smudges and bonds permanently with oil layers, similar to egg tempera - ideal for grisaille or underpainting. NB: Not recommended as a final top coat for acrylic or oil paints but it can be layered in multimedia pieces then sealed with acrylic or oil varnish. In stock Login For Price
DEGF32 DEGF32 *SPECTRAFIX DEGAS PASTEL FIXATIVE 32oz (946ml) REFILL BOTTLE In stock Login For Price
REFA04 REFA04 Available soon Login For Price
REFA10 REFA10 *REFILLABLE 296ml (EMPTY) ATOMISER SPRAY BOTTLE (10oz). This contemporary design atomiser effortlessly dispenses an ultra-fine mist with a few pumps and requires no propellant chemicals or pressurization. In stock Login For Price
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