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Walnut Oil - Michael Harding
MediumGround in Linseed Oil

Walnut Oil

· 100ml · 250ml · 1L, 2L, 5L

Refined Walnut Oil is a pale oil medium that dries at a similar rate to linseed oil but yellows less. It forms a clean, bright paint film and is often used as a binder in high-quality white paints.

Technical Summary

Walnut Oil is a Michael Harding medium.

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100ml · 250ml · 1L, 2L, 5L
Toxicity
Non-Toxic
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Guide to Use

Guide to Use: Shake well before use. Add small amounts to oil paint to improve flow and maintain brightness, especially in whites. Use as a binder or medium for smoother handling and a cleaner, less yellowing finish in paint layers.

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Walnut Oil: Questions & Answers

How should Walnut Oil be used?

Guide to Use: Shake well before use. Add small amounts to oil paint to improve flow and maintain brightness, especially in whites. Use as a binder or medium for smoother handling and a cleaner, less yellowing finish in paint layers.

Is Walnut Oil vegan?

Yes. Walnut Oil contains no animal-derived ingredients and is suitable for vegan artists.

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