Liquin Fine

[user 5827]

Hi guys,

It is mandatory to apply Fine Liquin when using Ink print?

Regards

 

[John Long]

In order for printers ink to set it needs a carrier. Liquin is a fine carrier, as are other oil painting media. The liquid that separates from enamel metallic paint works well too.

 

[user 5827]

In order for printers ink to set it needs a carrier. Liquin is a fine carrier, as are other oil painting media. The liquid that separates from enamel metallic paint works well too.

Thank you, appreciated.

 

[Einion]

Most printing inks require the addition of some medium for them to dry properly, but not all.

For those that need it, if you're already an oil painter and you have some linseed, walnut or poppy oil you can also use that although the drying time will be much slower than with Liquin.

Generally you take a little of the paste, add a little Liquin (or oil) and then dilute with a drop or two of spirits or turpentine to get a smoothly-flowing consistency.

Einion

 

[roadking]

I use Grumbacher Oil Painting Medium #1 as a carrier for printer's inks myself. All listed above work as well. It is very important to use these and experimentation will prove which works best for you. The point is to get the inks on in an even application and dry as smooth as possible. You will know when you get the right mix.

Jim

 

[user 5827]

I use Grumbacher Oil Painting Medium #1 as a carrier for printer's inks myself. All listed above work as well. It is very important to use these and experimentation will prove which works best for you. The point is to get the inks on in an even application and dry as smooth as possible. You will know when you get the right mix.

Jim

Thanks to all. I bought W&N Liquin Fine Detail and I will try this weekend.

Happy new 2010 guys.

Rod.