Manetti Water-Based Liquid Bitumen 125ml

Water-based liquid bitumen is a ready-to-use mixture suitable for the patination and ageing of gilded surfaces.

Originally developed as an alternative to solvent-based aging patinas and varnishes, water-based liquid bitumen is popular for hobby and decoupage projects. It adheres to acrylic golds and gold pastes, but more generally, it can be used on acrylic and oil paints. In the gilding world, it is most commonly used in combination with powders and shells. Another important quality: being water-based, it can be coated with solvent-based varnishes.

• Bitumen can be used both for patination and gilt ageing. The product is best applied with a pad or with brush over the whole surface to be treated, allowing the underlayer to absorb it. Excess product on the surface after application should be removed.