W&N Galeria Acrylic Mediums & Varnishes

This medium is composted of small, spherical glass beads suspended in a thick, clear acrylic gel. When used with a transparent colour, the effects are arresting and jewel-like.

A granular paste containing fine particles of black flint allowing the artist to achieve a heavier and more pronounced effect than can be achieved with Mineral Texture Gel.

A finer and more consistent texture than the pumice in Mineral Texture Gel. Whilst natural or environmental sand can be added to acrylic colour, any impurities can seriously compromise the chemistry of the paint film. Galeria Sand Texture Gel has been...

When mixed with acrylic colour, Medium Grain Gel forms a moderately granular texture. It may be used alone as a clear, textured film, or with added colour. It may also be over-painted. Medium Grain Gel has been formulated to ensure that the texture is...

A more pronounced textural grain effect than the Medium Grain Gel, providing more visible structure and effect to the colour.

Available in 250ml Add to acrylic colour to create high peak retention. Smooth and flexible. Provides a gloss finish with good clarity.

Available in 250ml and 500ml A lighter-weight modelling paste for use on canvas (to minimize sagging). Finely textured with a soft sculptural consistency. Suitable for building multiple layers. Matt finish. May be over-painted. Colour may be added...

This is the do-it-all version that is tough and fully “carvable”. It remains flexible on a variety of surfaces. Suitable for multiple layers. Formulated to have the least effect on colour change from wet to dry. May be overpainted. Colour may...

W&N Galeria - Iridescent Medium Available in 250ml and 500ml Suitable for a variety of surfaces and developed to provide pearlescent effects when added to colour. Most effective when used with transparent colours over dark under layers.

W&N Galeria - Gloss Medium Available in 250ml and 500ml High clarity and even flow. Boosts the brilliance and transparency of the colour as well as improving adhesion and durability. Ideal for glazing or applying thick, highly transparent layers of...

W&N Galeria - Matt Medium Available in 250ml and 500ml This medium creates a flat, even finish. It maintains brilliance of colour while boosting transparency, adhesion and durability.

W&N Galeria - Flow Improver Available in 250ml  This is an additive that loosens the surface tension of water within the acrylic film. It increases flow, allowing the artist to apply areas of flat colour evenly without changing the colour...

W&N Galeria - Extender Available in 250ml and 500ml A highly economical medium, Galeria Extender increases the volume of paint and maintains opacity. Colour will dry to a matt finish. A great product for those with limited budgets.

Available in 75ml, 250ml and 500ml A unique removable gloss varnish for the protection of finished artwork. This product can also be mixed with Galeria Matt Varnish to vary the final finish.

Available in 75ml, 250ml and 500ml A uniquely removable satin varnish for the protection of finished acrylic paintings.

Available in 75ml, 250ml and 500ml A unique removable matt varnish which may be mixed with Galeria Gloss Varnish to vary the final finish.

Winsor & Newton acrylic varnishes are readily removable with this product, allowing pictures to be cleaned and re-varnished in the future without fear of damage.

W&N Galeria - Fluid Retarder Available 250ml  For extending the drying and working time of acrylic colours. Small amounts (a few drops) will allow for extended blending and manipulation. Fluid Retarder does not contain sufficient acrylic resin...

Acrylic colours dry too rapidly to be used for screen printing. Adding Galeria Screen Printing Medium to the colours will improve flow and slow the drying time, allowing for successful printing.