Liquitex Crackle Paste 237ml

Liquitex Crackle Paste 237ml

Liquitex Crackle Paste is a water-based acrylic texture medium designed to create a distinctive cracked, aged and weathered surface when applied to artwork. It produces raised texture and natural crackle patterns as it dries, making it ideal for decorative finishes, mixed-media artwork, textured paintings and distressed effects.

What it does

• Creates a cracked, distressed surface effect
• Produces raised texture and dimensional crackle patterns
• Adds an aged, weathered appearance to artwork
• Ideal for decorative and vintage-style effects
• Can be painted over once fully dry
• Can be combined with acrylic colours and other acrylic mediums
• Suitable for mixed-media and textured artwork
• Creates visual depth and surface interest

How to use it

• Apply to a clean, dry and suitably prepared surface
• Spread the paste with a palette knife or other suitable tool
• Apply in an even layer or vary the thickness to create different crackle effects
• Allow the paste to dry naturally and completely so the crackle pattern can develop
• Once dry, apply acrylic colours or other suitable mediums over the surface if desired
• Experiment with application thickness and layering to achieve different crackle patterns
• Allow each layer to dry thoroughly before applying additional materials

How not to use it

• Do not apply excessively thick layers without allowing adequate drying time
• Do not disturb the surface while the paste is drying
• Do not use on dirty, oily or unprepared surfaces
• Avoid excessive dilution, as this can reduce the texture and crackle effect
• Do not expect uniform cracks, as the pattern can vary depending on application thickness and drying conditions
• Do not flex or handle the surface roughly before the paste has fully dried