Zellen Rabbit Skin Hide Glue
Zellen Rabbit Skin Hide Glue is a traditional natural adhesive made from animal collagen, widely used by artists for sizing canvases, preparing traditional gesso, and priming painting surfaces. It is supplied as granules that dissolve in water to form a strong, clear glue.
Features
- Natural collagen-based hide glue.
- Strong adhesive and sizing properties.
- Ideal for traditional oil painting techniques.
- Used in the preparation of gesso and as a primer for raw canvas and wood panels.
- Dries to form a protective barrier that helps shield natural fibres from oil penetration.
Suitable for:
- Sizing raw cotton and linen canvas.
- Making traditional gesso.
- Priming wooden panels.
- Gilding and restoration work.
- Traditional bookbinding and craft projects.
Directions for Use
- Mix 1 part glue granules with 5 parts water.
- Allow the mixture to soak until the granules swell.
- Heat gently in a double boiler or bain-marie.
- Do not boil, as excessive heat weakens the adhesive.
- Apply while warm and allow each coat to dry thoroughly.
Benefits
- Produces a traditional clear size.
- Improves adhesion of subsequent ground layers.
- Tightens and stabilises canvas fibres.
- Compatible with classical oil painting methods.
Price range: R73.50 through R289.80
Product Description
Zellen Rabbit Skin Hide Glue is a traditional natural adhesive made from animal collagen, widely used by artists for sizing canvases, preparing traditional gesso, and priming painting surfaces. It is supplied as granules that dissolve in water to form a strong, clear glue.
Features
- Natural collagen-based hide glue.
- Strong adhesive and sizing properties.
- Ideal for traditional oil painting techniques.
- Used in the preparation of gesso and as a primer for raw canvas and wood panels.
- Dries to form a protective barrier that helps shield natural fibres from oil penetration.
Suitable for:
- Sizing raw cotton and linen canvas.
- Making traditional gesso.
- Priming wooden panels.
- Gilding and restoration work.
- Traditional bookbinding and craft projects.
Directions for Use
- Mix 1 part glue granules with 5 parts water.
- Allow the mixture to soak until the granules swell.
- Heat gently in a double boiler or bain-marie.
- Do not boil, as excessive heat weakens the adhesive.
- Apply while warm and allow each coat to dry thoroughly.
Benefits
- Produces a traditional clear size.
- Improves adhesion of subsequent ground layers.
- Tightens and stabilises canvas fibres.
- Compatible with classical oil painting methods.
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