
Holbein Watercolor mediums

Gum Arabic Medium
- W471 – 60ml
An artist-grade medium that, when mixed with watercolors, enhances gloss and transparency. Mixing with opaque colors, like gouache and poster colors, will also increase their transparency. Available in a 60ml squeeze bottle.

Gum Arabic Paste
- W463 – 15ml
Holbein Gum Arabic Paste results in an impasto effect when mixed with watercolors. Available in a 15ml tube.

Iridescent Medium
- W474 – 60ml
This artist-grade medium is designed to facilitate iridescent (pearlescent) effects when used with water-based media, including watercolor, acrylic, gouache, and acrylic gouache. Available in a 60ml Squeeze bottle.

Masking Fluid
- W466 – 55ml
Holbein Masking Fluid allows artists to mask highlight areas of their work and can also be used on painted surfaces. If the masking liquid is too thick, thin it with water or soapy water, and apply it to the paper surface with a brush or pen. Wait for the mask to completely dry before applying paint. Once the paint is dry, remove Holbein Masking Fluid with a soft eraser or rubber pick-up.

Multi Sizing Liquid
- W470 – 60ml
- W480 – 200ml
Artist-grade sizing liquid is used to reduce the paper’s absorbency. Dilute it with warm water and apply it with a broad brush. Available in a 60ml squeeze bottle.

Ox Gall
- W475 – 60ml
Holbein Ox Gall Medium is an artist-grade wetting agent that improves flow and enhances wet-into-wet techniques when mixed with watercolors. It also improves the acceptance of
watercolor on paper, particularly hard-sized papers. Available in a 60ml squeeze bottle.

Watercolor Medium
- W472 – 60ml
When mixed with watercolors, Holbein Watercolor Medium facilitates fine line and stroke development by improving flow. Available in a 60ml squeeze bottle.


Watercolor Medium Paper Texture Paste
- WM201 – 100ml
- WM301 – 300ml
