Matisse MM36 High Tooth Gesso

SKU #

RRP: {{ selectedOption.listPrice | currency }}

was {{ selectedOption.salePrice | currency }}

{{ getFromPrefix }} {{ selectedOption.price | currency }} + {{ siteSettings.TaxName }} Trade pricing is unavailable for the selected products.

{{ (selectedOption.isDefaultOption === false ? selectedOption.name : '' ) }}

Select:

Quantity:

{{packitem.quantity}} x {{ packitem.item.name }}

Dev only info
Applied contract Id: {{ selectedOption._Contract.id }} for a discount of: {{ selectedOption._Contract.value }}{{ selectedOption._Contract.percentage === true ? '%' : '$ (fixed amount)' }}

Notify me when item is back in stock.

Name

Message

Brand:

Matisse

Product:

Matisse MM36 High Tooth Gesso

High Tooth Gesso dries to a bright white, matte surface that provides much more "bite" and absorbency than a standard gesso, making it a recommended ground for encaustic work or as a soft and oil pastel primer.

Matisse MM36 High Tooth Gesso is permanent, flexible water-based ground, with a high tooth finish, for canvas, board, wood panels or paper.

How do you prepare for Encaustic work?

While it is possible to make your own encaustic gesso, to prepare your substrate, it can also be a time consuming, messy and expensive process. Homemade encaustic gesso must also be used within a few days as it susceptible to mould growth.

In response to this problem, Matisse has created MM36 High Tooth Gesso (Encaustic). This unique product provides an easy alternative to creating a surface for encaustic painting. Used straight from the container, High Tooth Gesso dries to a white, matte surface that provides much more “bite” than standard gessoes. Although pre-treated encaustic painting boards are available, using Matisse High Tooth Gesso allows the artist to customize the surface sizing of their project and is also more economical.

The techniques and methods for using encaustic are many, and the use of Matisse MM36 High Tooth Gesso caters for them all and imparts the maximum archival benefits to your encaustic artwork

Application

Matisse MM36 High Tooth Gesso is best applied with either a flat brush or roller. A minimum of two coats is recommended to ensure complete coverage.

Drying Time

Subject to atmospheric conditions, allow 1 to 2 hours drying time between coats.

Finish

Matte, bright white with a high-tooth surface. As a comparison, this product has much more tooth than either the Matisse white and black gessoes. It forms a gritty, dry surface.

Clean Up

Clean brushes, paint rollers and hands with warm soapy water.

Read {{ ( state.productDescriptionShowMore === true ? 'less' : 'more' ) }}

Shipping Information

At The Ribbon Rose, we make it easy to get your favourite sewing, knitting, embroidery and craft supplies delivered straight to your door, anywhere in Australia.

With affordable flat rate shipping, reliable courier delivery and tracking on every order, you can shop with confidence knowing your crafting goodies are on their way.

$12.95 Flat Rate Shipping Australia-Wide

Enjoy a flat shipping rate of $12.95 AUD on all items, making it affordable to receive your orders quickly.

Fast Dispatch & Reliable Delivery

We know you're excited to get started on your next project, so we work hard to get your order on its way as quickly as possible.
Fast Dispatch: Orders are typically packed and dispatched within 1 business day.
Express Courier Delivery: We use trusted courier services to get your order to you quickly and safely.
Estimated Delivery: Most orders arrive within 2–5 business days from dispatch.

Tracked Delivery