FAQ

Due to compatibility issues, it is not advised to use soft pastels directly over wet oil paint. It can be difficult to get the desired results because soft pastels can be repelled by the oil in wet oil paint. Soft pastels can, however, be applied on top of dry oil paint. Before adding pastels, make sure the oil paint is completely dry and protected with a suitable varnish or fixative. This makes it possible to blend and layer without interfering with the two media.  

 

While “Extra Fine Oil Paint” typically refers to a premium category of oil paint recognized for its superior quality, “Oil Paint” is a general term for paint made with oil-based pigments. Compared to regular oil paints, extra fine oil paints frequently have higher pigment quality, better light fastness, and a smoother, more uniform texture for precise application.  

 

  

 

It is not recommended to use oil paint for outdoor displays because oil paint is prone to cracking and fading in direct exposure to the sun. It is advised to use acrylics paint for outdoor display or to make your oil painting durable outside protect it by framing in glass and varnishing it with a UV- resistance.