FAQ's
Have a question about acrylics in general or our products specifically? We have the answer. If you don't find it here, check out our video library or acrylic literature sections. You can also send us an email. In addition to frequently asked questions you will also find many helpful tips and techniques. See something you are interested in? Click on the title for more in-depth information.
Can I mix Liquitex with Latex?

Can I paint on fabric using Liquitex Acrylics?

Can I reuse an acrylic painted canvas?

Can I paint on leather with Liquitex Acrylics?

Can I use Liquitex with other acrylic brands?

Can the product be used with acrylic paint, spray paint and mediums?

Can you explain what Substrate Induced Discoloration (SID) is?

Can you tell me what is a "hue" color?

Can you tell me what is a medium?

Can you tell me what is an additive?

Can you tell me what is the best way to prepare the surface of a sign to make it last?

Can you tell me what is the shelf life of acrylic paint?

Can you tell me what the Acrylic Book is?

Can you tell me why I should use two varnishes when I use Soluvar?

Do Liquitex products contain latex or formaldehyde?

How can I buy Liquitex products?

How can I create a glaze using Liquitex Interference Colors?

How do I create an acrylic transfer?

How do I use Glossies?

How should I store my painting?

I recently upgraded my computer and am having trouble installing Pixel2Paint. How do I get it to run?

Liquitex Professional Waterbased Varnishes : Can I apply Liquitex Professional Waterbased Varnishes on oil painting?

Liquitex Professional Waterbased Varnishes : How long should I wait between each layer of varnish?

Liquitex Professional Waterbased Varnishes : How much area does your aerosol cover ?

Liquitex Professional Waterbased Varnishes : What is the best way of using Liquitex Professional spray varnishes?

Liquitex Professional Waterbased Varnishes : What surfaces can Liquitex Professional spray varnishes be used on?

I want to varnish a mural. How much area does your varnish cover.

Paint Marker: Can I replace the nib on my paint marker?

Paint Marker: Can I use Liquitex Professional Paint Markers on fabric?

Paint Marker: Can I use Liquitex Professional Paint Markers with my solvent based spray paint?

Paint Marker: Do I need to prepare my surface before using Liquitex Professional Paint Markers?

Paint Marker: How do I activate a paint marker?

Paint Marker: How do I clean up Liquitex Professional Paint Markers?

Paint Marker: How should I store Liquitex Professional Paint Markers?

Paint Marker: How should I varnish Liquitex Professional Paint Markers?

Paint Marker: If Liquitex Professional Paint Markers are water-based then does it wash away?

Paint Marker: What coverage can I achieve with a Liquitex Professional Paint Marker?

Paint Marker: What is the advantage of using a water-based paint marker over solvent based paint markers?

Paint Marker: What is the difference between a dye based marker and a paint based marker?

Paint Marker: What is the finish of the Liquitex Professional Paint Markers?

Paint Marker: What surfaces can Liquitex Professional Paint Markers be used on?

Paint Marker: Where can I use Liquitex Professional Paint Markers?

Paint Marker: Will Liquitex Professional Paint Markers crack over time?

Paint Markers: Can I use Liquitex Professional Paint Markers with oil paint?

Please tell me why I should pay more for professional quality artist paints?

How can I remove varnish from my painting?

Spray Paint: Are there any special storage requirements?

Spray Paint: Can I use Liquitex Professional Spray Paint on items that will get hot for example fireplaces or lampshades?

Spray Paint: Can I use Liquitex Professional Spray Paint with acrylic paint?

Spray Paint: Can I use Liquitex Professional Spray Paint with other spray paints?

Spray Paint: Do I need to prepare my surface before using Liquitex Professional Spray Paint?

Spray Paint: Do I need to wear a mask when using Liquitex Professional Spray Paint?

Spray Paint: Does Liquitex Professional Spray Paint contain lead or CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons)?

Spray Paint: How can I clean up Liquitex Professional Spray Paint?

Spray Paint: How does the drying time compare to solvent based spray paints?

Spray Paint: If Liquitex Professional Spray Paint is water-based then does it wash away?

Spray Paint: What coverage can I achieve with a can of Liquitex Professional Spray Paint?

Spray Paint: What surfaces can Liquitex Professional Spray Paint be used on?

Spray Paint: What temperatures can Liquitex Professional Spray Paint be used in?

Spray Paint: What varnish can I use with Liquitex Professional Spray Paint?

Spray Paint: Where can I use Liquitex Professional Spray Paint?

Spray Paint: Why would I use different sized nozzles/caps with Liquitex Spray Paint?

Spray Paint: Will the cap clog? Can I clean these?

What do I do if I get spray paint or acrylic paint on my nib?

What is flooding and why does it occur?

What is the benefit of using artist grade pigments?

What should I do if the nib has dried out?