How long does 3D modeling relief paste take to dry?

Drying time depends on the thickness of the layer. Thin layers dry within an hour. Thick reliefs (over 1 cm) take up to 24 hours. Do not use a hair dryer. Air-drying helps prevent cracks and preserve the texture.

What surfaces can I use 3D paste on?

The paste adheres well to wood, cardboard, ceramic, glass, metal, and plaster. For the best 3D effects, use it on firm surfaces (wood, MDF, rigid canvas).

Can I paint over the dry paste?

Yes. Its matte surface absorbs acrylic paints, oils, metallic flakes, and varnish well. The paint reaches every depression in the texture, highlighting its three-dimensional structure.

Is the paste waterproof, and does it crack?

Yes. Once dry, it is highly water-resistant and does not crack. If you plan to hang your project in a place with higher humidity, you can protect it further with a finishing varnish.

How should I store unused paste?

Close the container tightly after use. Store at room temperature, away from frost and direct sunlight. When stored this way, the paste retains its consistency for many months.

How long does delivery take?

Orders placed by 12:00 on weekdays ship the same day. Delivery options for your country are shown at checkout.

ARTMiE Relief Paste Fine-Sand 3D Relief Paste Bucket with Fine-Grain Texture

Creating a wavy texture with a comb scraper using ARTMiE 3D Relief Paste

Close-up of a wavy relief texture made with ARTMiE 3D Relief Paste, with a fine-grain matte surface

Open bucket of ARTMiE 3D Relief Paste with a thick, creamy consistency

Applying ARTMiE 3D Relief Paste to a canvas with a scraper

Creating an arched texture on canvas with ARTMiE 3D Relief Paste and a scraper

ARTMiE 3D Modeling Relief Paste — Fine-Grain Texture

Fine Sand — Sandy Texture 3D Texture & Impasto Dries in 1–24 h Highly water-resistant, does not crack Wood, cardboard, ceramic, glass, metal, plaster Matte finish, can be painted over 100-day returnsFine Sand — Sandy Texture 3D Texture & Impasto Dries in 1–24 h Highly water-resistant, does not crack Wood, cardboard, ceramic, glass, metal, plaster Matte finish, can be painted over 100-day returns

Thick structural medium with fine-grain sand, holds its shape after application with a palette knife.

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Use

From sandy textures to textural reliefs.

One pack, six ways to use. ARTMIE Fine-Grain 3D Paste holds its shape wherever you apply it — a thick medium for impasto, textural effects, and evening out uneven surfaces.

Sand textures made with ARTMIE 3D modeling relief paste — fine-grain palette knife strokes

Sandy textures

Impasto textures

Structural relief in a frame made with ARTMIE 3D modeling relief paste

Textural reliefs

ARTMIE 3D paste structural background — ready-to-use base for acrylics

3D backgrounds and base layers

Leveling a surface with relief paste — before and after on a wooden board

Evening out surfaces

Mixed-media collage made with ARTMIE 3D modeling relief paste

Mixed media and collages

How to use

Four steps from pack to permanent relief.

The fine-grain paste is forgiving for beginners and gives professionals the freedom to create. All you need is a palette knife, a suitable surface, and a few hours of quiet.

Applying 3D paste to canvas with a palette knife

Applying with a palette knife

Apply the paste directly to a surface (canvas, wood, cardboard, and similar materials). Spread it evenly with a palette knife or build up thick textures in a single stroke.

Creating Texture

While the paste is still soft, create textures with palette knife strokes, tool imprints, and sandy patterns. The paste holds its shape and doesn’t run.

3D paste reliefs air-dry in 1 to 24 hours

Dries in 1–24 h

Let the layers cure in the air. Thin layers dry within an hour, while thick reliefs take up to 24 hours. Once dry, the paste is highly water-resistant and won’t crack.

Painting dry relief with acrylics and finishing with varnish

Painting and Finishing

The matte, dry surface absorbs acrylic paints and oil paints beautifully. Apply metallic flakes over a pre-applied layer of gilding glue. Paint settles into every indentation in the texture, highlighting its three-dimensional structure.

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Videos from our workshop: palette knife, texture, drying, painting. At the end, there’s a bonus: our black Midnight paste.

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Midnight — black paste

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Specifications

The numbers that speak to quality.

Weight

fine sand 470 g (available: 470 g, 1580 g, 4500 g)

Type

3D Modeling Relief Paste, Thick Texturing Medium

Texture

Fine-Grained, Sandy

Finish

Matte, suitable for painting once dry

Use

Textures, impasto, leveling surfaces, textural work

Compatible Surfaces

Wood, cardboard, ceramic, canvas

Drying Time

1–24 hours (depending on the layer thickness)

Water Resistance

Highly water-resistant once dry, does not crack

Decoration

Acrylics, oils, metallic flakes, finishing varnish

Open ARTMIE Relief Paste container, showing the sandy texture of the paste inside

ARTMiE 3D Modeling Relief Paste (fine sand 470 g)

Looking for a way to add three-dimensional depth to your projects? ARTMiE 3D Modeling Relief Paste is a thick texturing medium that holds its shape after being applied with a palette knife, allowing you to create precise raised patterns. The Slovak brand ARTMiE has supplied professional materials for artists since 2007.

Use it to create textures and impasto, or as a base to level surface imperfections. Once dry, the paste is highly water-resistant and does not crack. Its matte finish is ideal for painting with acrylics or oils, or decorating with metallic flakes.

Weight: 470 g / 1580 g / 4500 g
Finish: matte, suitable for painting once dry
Use: textures, impasto, surface leveling
Compatibility: wood, cardboard, ceramic, canvas
Drying time: 1–24 hours (depending on the layer thickness)
Properties: highly water-resistant, does not crack once dry

Since 2007, the ARTMiE brand has supplied professional materials for artists. Each pack is packaged to preserve the paste’s ideal consistency until opened.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions.

Everything you need to know before buying ARTMiE 3D Modeling Relief Paste. Didn’t find the answer? Send us a message.

Drying time depends on the thickness of the layer. Thin layers dry within an hour. Thick reliefs (over 1 cm) can take up to 24 hours. Do not use a hair dryer. Natural drying helps prevent cracking and preserves the texture.

3D Modeling Relief Paste has a fine-grain, sandy texture, ideal for impasto and smoothing out imperfections in the surface. Butter has a finer, smoother consistency and is better for thin, elegant reliefs. You can also combine them in one project.

The paste adheres well to wood, cardboard, ceramics, glass, metal, and plaster. For the best 3D effects, use rigid surfaces (wood, MDF, rigid canvas).

Yes. The matte surface absorbs acrylic paints, oils, metallic flakes, and varnish well. Paint settles into every recess in the texture, highlighting its three-dimensional structure.

Yes, once dry, it is highly water-resistant and does not crack. You can protect your project with a final coat of varnish if you plan to hang it in a place with higher humidity.

Seal the container tightly after use. Store at room temperature, away from freezing temperatures and direct sunlight. Properly stored, the paste will retain its consistency for many months.

Orders placed by 12:00 on business days are shipped the same day. Delivery options for your country are shown at checkout.

A smoother alternative

ARTMiE Butter, a buttery, smooth consistency.

Need thinner, more delicate reliefs? Butter is a grain-free paste with a buttery texture that dries smooth and silky. It combines well with 3D paste in one project: a rough, sandy background with fine details in Butter.

View Butter paste More ARTMiE pastes

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