{"product_id":"refined-linseed-oil-michael-harding-250ml","title":"Refined Linseed Oil Michael Harding","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e VEGAN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen mixed with oil paint, Michael Harding’s linseed oil increases the gloss and transparency of the paint, thins the paint for easier flow, and reduces visible brush marks. It also slows the drying time of the paint. However, using too much can cause yellowing due to the natural colour of the oil and can lead to defects like wrinkling if layers are applied too thickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlkali Refined Pale Linseed Oil, a pale oil extracted from flax seeds, is used in many of Michael Harding’s paints. This oil ensures a strong paint film during drying, contributing to the longevity of each painting. It is also suitable for use with dry ground pigments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: Soft materials soaked in linseed oil should be stored in sealed containers to prevent oxidation, which can generate heat and potentially cause spontaneous combustion. Ensure the container is securely closed and stored in a cool place. Brushes and tools used with linseed oil should be cleaned with white spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichael Harding’s Refined Linseed Oil is crafted from the finest materials. Michael Harding continually develops, tests, and releases new artist supplies, maintaining a commitment to sourcing the highest quality materials. Using Michael Harding products means working with materials that meet the standards of the Old Masters, combined with modern innovation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreases gloss and transparency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces a strong, durable paint film\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in 100ml, 250ml, and 1000ml sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade with refined linseed oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves paint consistency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in the UK\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuide for Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can add linseed oil to your oil paints to increase flow; however, an excess will lead to some yellowing due to the natural colour of the oil. Apply the paint layers thinly to avoid other defects of excess, such as wrinkling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsing Michael Harding Linseed Oil in the Fat Over Lean Technique\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials Needed:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMichael Harding Linseed Oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil paints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePalette or mixing surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePalette knife or mixing tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrushes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite spirit (for cleaning brushes and tools) or Miracle Medium\/Washing up Liquid. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSealed container (for storing used rags or materials)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSteps:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnderstand the Fat Over Lean Principle\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe fat over lean technique involves applying layers of oil paint with increasing oil content (fat) over layers with less oil content (lean). This ensures that the top layers remain flexible as the painting dries, preventing cracks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare Your Workspace\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet up a clean, well-lit area with proper ventilation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArrange your oil paints, linseed oil, palette, brushes, and other tools within easy reach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInitial Lean Layers\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart with your leanest layers, which should contain minimal or no linseed oil. Use straight oil paint or mix with a solvent like turpentine or mineral spirits to thin the paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMix Lean Paint\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSqueeze the desired amount of oil paint onto your palette or mixing surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd a small amount of solvent to the paint and mix thoroughly with a palette knife. This will thin the paint without adding oil, making it lean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApply Lean Layers\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse your brushes to apply these lean layers to your canvas. Allow each layer to dry completely before adding the next.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntroduce Linseed Oil for Middle Layers\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs you progress to the middle layers, start incorporating small amounts of Michael Harding Linseed Oil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix a small amount of linseed oil with your paint on the palette. This will add some fat to the paint while keeping it relatively lean compared to the top layers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMix and Apply Middle Layers\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlend the linseed oil into the paint with a palette knife until you achieve a smooth, slightly more fluid consistency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply these middle layers over the lean layers, ensuring each layer dries thoroughly before adding the next.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinal Fat Layers\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor the topmost layers, increase the amount of linseed oil to make the paint fatter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSqueeze out your oil paint and add a generous amount of linseed oil to it. Mix well with a palette knife.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMix and Apply Fat Layers\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe paint should be noticeably glossier and more transparent. Apply these fat layers over the previous ones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure that each layer dries thoroughly before applying the next to maintain the integrity of the fat over lean principle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClean Your Tools\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter painting, clean your brushes and tools with white spirit to remove any remaining linseed oil and paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStore Used Materials Safely\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace any rags or materials soaked with linseed oil into a sealed container to prevent oxidation, which can cause spontaneous combustion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure the container lid is securely closed and store it in a cool place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonitor Drying Time\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemember that adding linseed oil slows the drying time. Be patient and allow each layer to dry completely before applying the next.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy following these steps, you can effectively use Michael Harding Linseed Oil to adhere to the fat over lean technique, ensuring a flexible and durable painting structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Note: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the winter months, it is entirely normal for linseed oil to undergo a process known as clouding or thickening due to the lower temperatures. Linseed oil contains fatty acids that can solidify or become more viscous in colder conditions. This natural occurrence does not affect the quality of the oil; however, it can make application challenging. To address this issue, simply warm the linseed oil before use. 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