Liquitex Professional Gesso Surface Prep Medium, White vs Liquitex BASICS Gesso Surface Prep Medium, 3.78L
Overall winner: Liquitex BASICS Gesso Surface Prep Medium, 3.78L
Key Differences
Product A (B07PZKR7C4) is sold in a 3.78L size and is noted for quick drying, smooth finish, and intermixability with Liquitex colors while being slightly thinner than some expect. Product B (B000KNNL4E) is a 64 oz white gesso noted for high coverage and smooth texture and is also intermixable with Liquitex paints; its listing highlights coverage on white canvas but mentions price can be higher
Liquitex Professional Gesso Surface Prep Medium, White
Premium acrylic gesso to prepare surfaces for acrylic and oil painting. Intermixable with Liquitex colors and mediums; conforms to ASTM D4236 for educational use. Customers note smooth texture and good coverage
Pros
- Smooth texture
- Good coverage on white canvas
- Intermixable with Liquitex colors and mediums
- Conforms to ASTM D4236
Cons
- Only listed in white
- Some may prefer student-grade alternatives
Liquitex BASICS Gesso Surface Prep Medium, 3.78L
Gesso for preparing painting surfaces for acrylic and oil; lightweight, non-toxic, dries to a water-resistant, non-yellowing surface and intermixable with Liquitex colors. Users note quick drying, smooth finish and good coverage
Pros
- prepares painting surfaces for acrylic and oil
- lightweight and non-toxic
- dries to water-resistant, non-yellowing surface
- intermixable with Liquitex colors
Cons
- some customers find it not as thick as expected
Head-to-Head
| Criteria | Winner |
|---|---|
| Price | Liquitex |
| Durability | Tie |
| Versatility | Liquitex |
| User Reviews | Liquitex |