Liquitex Gesso Surface Prep Medium, 946ml White vs Liquitex BASICS Gesso Surface Prep Medium, 3.78L
Overall winner: Liquitex BASICS Gesso Surface Prep Medium, 3.78L
Key Differences
Product A (Liquitex Gesso Surface Prep Medium, 946ml) is the smaller, more affordable option with excellent surface coverage, smooth texture, and easy application. Product B (Liquitex BASICS Gesso 3.78L) is a larger-format gesso that mixes with Liquitex colors, dries quickly to a durable finish, and is noted as suitable for both acrylic and oil painting, though it is reported as thinner than some expect
Liquitex Gesso Surface Prep Medium, 946ml White
Liquitex gesso surface prep medium in 32-oz bottle. Intermixable with Liquitex acrylic paints and mediums; standard coverage for canvas prep. Customer notes smooth texture and good value for money
Pros
- intermixable with Liquitex acrylic paints
- reduces viscosity of heavier paints and gels
- smooth texture for easy application
- good surface coverage on canvas and panels
Cons
- none noted explicitly in data
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 | Liquitex |
| Versatility | Liquitex |
| User Reviews | Tie |