Golden Clear Leveling Gel: Superior Clarity and Self-Smoothing Surface Performance
Golden Clear Leveling Gel (formerly Self-Leveling Clear Gel) is a professional 100% acrylic medium engineered to produce an exceptionally even, glass-like film. Characterized by a unique resinous and "stringy" consistency, this medium is designed to relax and flatten out after application, effectively eliminating brushstrokes and surface irregularities. It is the definitive choice for artists seeking a high-gloss, high-clarity finish that enhances the depth of colors while providing excellent chemical and ultraviolet resistance.
Key Features and Artistic Benefits
- Self-Smoothing Rheology: Features a specialized leveling property that allows the gel to flow into a flat, uniform film, making it ideal for smooth glazes and streak-free surfaces.
- Exceptional Optical Clarity: Cures to a crystal-clear, transparent state that maximizes pigment brilliance and saturation without the cloudiness associated with standard gels.
- High Gloss Flexibility: Dries to a brilliant, reflective sheen that remains flexible over time, preventing brittleness on canvas or other pliable supports.
- UV and Chemical Resistance: Provides a durable film with high resistance to water and ultraviolet light, ensuring the long-term stability of the underlying artwork.
Application and Usage Guidelines
- Thin Film Application: For optimal results, apply in thin layers. Avoid pouring the gel thickly (exceeding 1.5 mm or 1/16 inch), as excessive thickness may lead to "crazing" or surface cracking during the drying process.
- Glaze Production: Blend with Golden Acrylic colors to create high-gloss, transparent glazes that maintain a smooth, leveled profile even when applied over textured areas.
- Support Induced Discoloration (SID) Prevention: To maintain maximum clarity on canvas or wood, seal the support with two coats of Golden Gloss Medium before applying the gel to prevent substrate impurities from yellowing the film.
- Technical Constraints: This product is not a varnish and should not be used as a final topcoat or as a replacement for casting resins. It is strictly compatible with water-based acrylics and must not be mixed with oils.
Technical Specifications
- Product Identification: Golden Artist Colors Clear Leveling Gel (Formerly Self-Leveling Clear Gel)
- Base Chemistry: 100% Acrylic Polymer Dispersion
- Finish: High Gloss
- Viscosity: Fluid / Resinous (Self-Smoothing)
- Cleanup Requirements: Water and Soap (Keep tools wet during use)
- Minimum Film Formation Temperature: 9°C (48°F)
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