Meet the newest addition to our natural acrylik line — a versatile Natural Matte Medium compatible with all brands of acrylic paint and mediums. Whether you're layering, blending, or finishing, it works seamlessly with your existing materials to deliver a smooth, consistent matte finish every time.
Description
- Professional, archival, and plant-based
- Provides a permanent, water-resistant and non-yellowing finish that dries clear
- Paint with confidence knowing there are no harmful additives, stabilizers, or heavy metals added!
- Compatible with all brands of acrylic paints and medium
- Creates a matte finish
- Increases flow and transparency
- Natural matte varnish for acrylic paintings
- Packaged in 236 ml (8 fl oz) - Fully recycled plastic bottle
Technical Data
Safety:
Non-toxic and free from harmful additives, stabilizers, heavy metals, and other toxic chemicals. Safe to wash down the drain and won’t damage pipes.
Quality:
Plant-based with naturally archival ingredients. Permanent and water-resistant. Non-yellowing finish that dries clear. Highly flexible, durable, and non-cracking when dry.
Packaging:
Packaged in 100% post-consumer recycled plastic bottle. At Natural Earth Paint, we always take every possible step to cut out plastic. When better, more eco-friendly packaging options become available, we will upgrade.
Formulation:
This product is a unique formulation that has been years in the making, so the specific ingredients are proprietary information. As such, we cannot share specific ingredient information at this time.
More Information:
Made in the USA. Free of nuts, dairy, and gluten. Cruelty-free. Not intended for consumption.
Shipping & Returns
General Shipping Policy: Packages are sent using Canada Post, UPS, or Purolator. Once your package is shipped (same day or within 1-2 days if in stock), we will send you an email with the tracking number.
If you require rush delivery or have a large/heavy order, please contact us. We will try our best to get your package to you the quickest and best way possible. Let us know of any specific delivery needs and we will gladly give you a quote on shipping cost.
Ordering from outside Canada? Please contact us at info@naturalearthpaint.ca.
Winter Shipping Policy: At Natural Earth Paint Canada, we take great care to ensure your products arrive in excellent condition, no matter the season. Most items in our catalog do not contain temperature sensitive ingredients and are therefore not affected by cold temperatures. These items ship normally throughout the year.
However, certain products — including our Natural Acrylik Paints, Medium, and Fluid Acryliks — can be damaged if exposed to cold temperatures during shipping. For these select items, additional precautions are taken during colder months.
PRODUCT FAQs
Can I add water to it / can it be thinned with water
This acrylic can be thinned with as much water as conventional acrylic medium.
Is it UV resistant?
Unfortunately, it is not. However, if you are mixing it with natural earth pigments or brushing over a natural earth pigment painting then it will be completely UV resistant and never fade - because of the pigments themselves.
Is it waterproof?
It is water resistant.
Can I add pigment to it?
Mix with our Earth & Mineral Pigments to make your own natural acrylic paints that are perfect for use on canvas, paper, fabric, wood, stone, drywall and metal.
How does it dry / what is the finish?
Matte.
Is it biodegradable?
The natural acrylic medium does biodegrade over a long period of time, but it will not break down quickly in compost units because it is meant to be durable and permanent.
If you prefer a biodegradable paint then a better option would be our Complete Eco-friendly Oil Paint Kit, Natural Watercolor Kit Natural Earth Paint Kit. These paints will be permanent and archival as well if kept indoors away from elements, but if they are thrown away or left out in the elements, they will turn back to earth.
How does it compare to traditional acrylic mediums
This medium behaves exactly like conventional acrylic medium and will create a very durable, archival, solid paint film. The only difference between this product and conventional acrylic medium is that this one is made with plants and non-toxic ingredients whereas conventional is made with petroleum resin and toxic additives.
Can I use it as a varnish?
Yes, it works great to seal paintings and other craft projects. Works great as a protectant over our Natural Earth Paints. We also make a Natural Varnish as well.
Can I use it for collage or mixed media projects?
Yes, it's perfect for mixed media or collage artworks.
Is it archival?
Yes, this medium behaves exactly like conventional acrylic medium and will create a very durable, archival, solid paint film.
Can I wash it down the drain?
Our Natural Acrylik Medium has been certified safe to wash down the drain to be safely filtered by any septic city filtration system and will not damage pipes. However, we still recommend throwing away used paint in the trash if you're getting rid of large amounts of paint, rather than pouring it down a drain. Washing brushes out in the sink is completely fine.
How long does it take to dry?
Generally, 10-45 minutes depending on humidity levels but depending on the type of surface, it may take longer. If you are not sure, it's always best to do a test swatch.
How long will the Natural Acrylik Medium last once painted
The acrylic medium has the same longevity as conventional acrylic. While there's no scientific evidence yet surrounding exactly how long acrylics last (acrylic paint has only been around for 70 years!), we can promise at least 70+ years in gallery-like conditions (with limited humidity, dirt, and direct bright sunlight). The paint film is highly flexible, durable, non-yellowing, non-cracking and water-resistant when dry.
How much coverage can I get out of one bottle of your Natural Acrylik Medium if I'm using it as a sealant?
The 8oz. jar will give you approximately 35 square feet of coverage. It can also be thinned with water like conventional acrylic mediums to extend the coverage.
Does it smell?
Yes, natural acrylik medium smells similar to other acrylic paints or mediums. However, there are no toxic VOCs, and many people who are generally sensitive to acrylic paints and mediums report they are able to use natural acrylik medium without symptoms.
