GOLDEN Soft Gel Matte Matte Acrylic Gel
GOLDEN Soft Gel Matte is a professional acrylic gel with a slightly more fluid consistency, thinner than Heavy Body acrylics, that holds only lower structures. It is intended for artists working with acrylics to extend paint, control transparency, and adjust gloss without changing the character of the material. The gel works as a colorless paint thanks to its 100% acrylic binders and dries to a flexible, water-resistant film with UV protection.
Features and details
- Brand: GOLDEN
- Medium type: acrylic gel
- Consistency: slightly fluid (thinner than Heavy Body)
- Surface effect: matte (contains matting particles)
- Properties when dry: flexible, water-resistant, UV-resistant, archival quality
- Dilution: water-soluble while working
- Country of origin: USA
Use and application
Apply the gel with a brush or palette knife directly to canvas, wood, paper, and other rigid surfaces, or mix it with acrylic paints on a palette. In thicker layers, the matte version may develop a slight milky haze. Avoid applying it to smooth glass, metals, and plastics, which acrylic does not reliably adhere to.
Frequently asked questions
Can this gel be mixed with other acrylics? Yes, the gel is fully compatible and can be mixed with the full range of GOLDEN acrylic paints.
Why does the matte gel look slightly milky in a thick layer? The matte version contains matting particles, which can cause a slight milky haze in the film when applied in thicker layers.
