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Colour Index Code
PV15
Ultramarine Violet
- Chemistry
- Complex sodium aluminosilicate sulphide
- Origin
- Synthetic mineral.
- History
- A violet variant of ultramarine; soft and permanent.
- Toxicity
- Non-toxic.
Ultramarine Violet (PV15) is Complex sodium aluminosilicate sulphide. In our watercolour range it is transparent, yes granulation, excellent lightfastness.
- Transparency
- Transparent
- Granulation
- YES
- Staining
- Low
- Lightfastness
- Excellent
PV15: Questions & Answers
What is PV15?
PV15 (Ultramarine Violet) is Complex sodium aluminosilicate sulphide. Synthetic mineral..
What is the chemistry of PV15?
PV15 is Complex sodium aluminosilicate sulphide.
Is PV15 toxic?
Non-toxic.
Is PV15 lightfast?
In the Michael Harding range, colours using PV15 are rated excellent for lightfastness.
Is PV15 transparent or opaque?
PV15 is transparent.
Does PV15 granulate?
In watercolour, PV15 is granulating.
Which Michael Harding colours use PV15?
PV15 appears in 4 Michael Harding colours: Ultramarine Violet, Lavender, Ultramarine Violet, Lavender.
Michael Harding colours using PV15
4 colours across both rangesLightfastness: Excellent
| Colour | Medium | Transparency | Lightfastness | Granulation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultramarine Violet No. 208 | Oil | Transparent | Excellent | — |
| Lavender No. 243 | Oil | Opaque | Excellent | — |
| Ultramarine Violet W107 | Watercolour | Transparent | Excellent | YES |
| Lavender W235 | Watercolour | Opaque | Excellent | YES |
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