MAIMERI Restauro Restoration Paint 20 ml
MAIMERI Restauro Restoration Paint, with a volume of 20 ml, is a special paint made with pure mastic resin from the island of Chios, designed for conserving and retouching works of art in museums and galleries. The paint contains no oils, so retouches remain fully reversible even after drying and can be safely removed with petroleum benzine without damaging the original painting. It dries exceptionally quickly without any change in color tone and creates a slightly matte finish.
Product details
- Brand: MAIMERI
- Product line: Restauro
- Volume: 20 ml
- Composition: premium pigments, pure mastic resin from the island of Chios, turpentine (oil-free)
- Finish: slightly matte
- Color range: a range of 33 intermixable shades
- Country of origin: Italy (tradition dating back to 1923)
Use and application
Apply the paint in thin layers with fine retouching brushes. Thin with turpentine as needed, or add varnish mediums. The palette is designed for mixing shades of historical pigments for precise work by restorers and conservators.
Frequently asked questions
Can retouches be removed after drying? Yes. Because the paint contains no oils, retouches are fully reversible and can be removed with petroleum benzine without damaging the original layer.
Does the paint change shade as it dries? No. The paint dries exceptionally quickly and does not change its color tone during or after drying.
What can be used to thin the paint? Thin the paint with turpentine. It can also be combined with other varnish mediums.
