--- product_id: 67799881 title: "Acrylic Gesso Surface Prep-Clear 8Oz | Primes Surfaces, Adds Tooth for Color Adhesion, Hardens Screens, Archival Quality, Optimal Ink Absorption" brand: "liquitex" price: "€ 42.61" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Liquitex" url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/67799881-acrylic-gesso-surface-prep-clear-8oz-primes-surfaces-adds-tooth store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # Fast drying in under 1 hour for quick workflow Clear acrylic base for versatile surface prep Waterproof sealant protects against discoloration Acrylic Gesso Surface Prep-Clear 8Oz | Primes Surfaces, Adds Tooth for Color Adhesion, Hardens Screens, Archival Quality, Optimal Ink Absorption **Brand:** liquitex **Price:** € 42.61 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎨 Elevate your canvas game with invisible strength! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Acrylic Gesso Surface Prep-Clear 8Oz | Primes Surfaces, Adds Tooth for Color Adhesion, Hardens Screens, Archival Quality, Optimal Ink Absorption by liquitex - **How much does it cost?** € 42.61 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/67799881-acrylic-gesso-surface-prep-clear-8oz-primes-surfaces-adds-tooth) ## Best For - liquitex enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted liquitex brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Mix your own vibe:** Easily blend with acrylics to customize your gesso’s color and texture - • **Pro-grade versatility:** Ideal for acrylics and oils, metal surfaces, and multiple craft projects - • **Speed up your creative flow:** Dries in less than an hour so you can move fast from prep to paint - • **Seal & protect your masterpiece:** Waterproof barrier prevents bleed-through and discoloration for archival quality - • **Invisible yet powerful surface prep:** Clear formula primes any surface without masking texture or color ## Overview Liquitex Acrylic Gesso Surface Prep-Clear 8Oz is a professional-grade, clear acrylic primer designed to enhance paint adhesion and surface absorbency. It creates a waterproof, archival base that prevents color bleed and discoloration, drying quickly in under an hour. Perfect for use with acrylics and oils on various surfaces including metal, this non-toxic gesso offers customizable color mixing options and is trusted by artists for long-lasting results. ## Description From the manufacturer Liquitex Professional Gesso A+ Video If acrylic goes onto most surfaces why do I need a gesso? While acrylics adhere to most surfaces, some offer more 'grip'. Gesso prepares surfaces for a long-term bond, improving absorbency, tooth, and sealing out impurities. Without sealing, water or colour can leach through, causing discolouration. If acrylic goes onto most surfaces why do I need a gesso? While acrylics adhere to most surfaces, some offer more 'grip'. Gesso prepares surfaces for a long-term bond, improving absorbency, tooth, and sealing out impurities. Without sealing, water or colour can leach through, causing discolouration. What is a ground? A ground is the first base layer you paint onto the virgin surface, and the term for the material used. Artists traditionally use a gesso, but you can use a range of different mediums as a ground. We talk about a good ground adding ‘teeth’/’tooth.’ What is a ground? A ground is the first base layer you paint onto the virgin surface, and the term for the material used. Artists traditionally use a gesso, but you can use a range of different mediums as a ground. We talk about a good ground adding ‘teeth’/’tooth.’ How do I create a coloured gesso? If you want a bespoke colour, simply make your own. Select your acrylic colour - Professional Soft Body, Heavy Body and Basics acrylics have the ideal consistency - and mix with your acrylic gesso or medium to create the effect you want. How do I create a coloured gesso? If you want a bespoke colour, simply make your own. Select your acrylic colour - Professional Soft Body, Heavy Body and Basics acrylics have the ideal consistency - and mix with your acrylic gesso or medium to create the effect you want. What's the point of your black and gray gessoes? These gessoes offer ready-mixed, pigmented bases for your artwork, allowing for instant colour coverage and texture. They contain a blend of pigments to give a neutral opaque base which gives depth, instantly eliminating your surface colour, What's the point of your black and gray gessoes? These gessoes offer ready-mixed, pigmented bases for your artwork, allowing for instant colour coverage and texture. They contain a blend of pigments to give a neutral opaque base which gives depth, instantly eliminating your surface colour, Are Liquitex gessoes just for acrylics or can I use them with oils too? Liquitex Professional Gessoes give a lasting, archival base perfect for use with oils when dry, helping to maintain the longevity of your work. Are Liquitex gessoes just for acrylics or can I use them with oils too? Liquitex Professional Gessoes give a lasting, archival base perfect for use with oils when dry, helping to maintain the longevity of your work. Compare Liquitex Professional Gessoes Professional Gesso Clear Gesso Gray Gesso Black Gesso Super Heavy Gesso Review: Good quality with many uses. Fab price point. - Nice light grit to it. Great for many crafts, good value too. It's transparent when dry. You can water colour on top of it also. I used it to stick down my images and put it over my background, then was able to add to the background, it's better that way. Review: Wonderful for paint mixing!! - Great product. Use for mixing paints. Easy to use and efficient!! ## Features - Contains 2-methyl-1,2-benzothiazol-3(2H)-one (MBIT). May produce an allergic reaction. - Suitable for drawing and painting projects - Not suitable for children under three years - Color: Clear - Made in USA ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B001UNTGRE | | Best Sellers Rank | 6,913 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) 40 in Paints | | Brand | Liquitex | | Brand Name | Liquitex | | Colour | Clear | | Colour Code | #FFFFFF | | Container Type | Bottle | | Country of Origin | China | | Coverage | Approx. 10 m² | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 3,928 Reviews | | Dry Time In Hours | 24 | | Finish Type | Acrylic | | Finish type | Acrylic | | Full Cure Time | 0.96 Hours | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00094376931662 | | Included Components | 1 x 237 ml bottle of Liquitex Professional Surface Preparation Transparent Plaster | | Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor | | Is Waterproof | True | | Item Form | Liquid | | Item Volume | 8 Fluid Ounces | | Item Weight | 0.73 Ounces | | Item volume | 8 Fluid Ounces | | Manufacturer | Liquitex | | Model Name | Professional Gesso - Transparent | | Model Number | 7608 | | Paint Type | Acrylic | | Part Number | 7608 | | Size | 237 ml (Pack of 1) | | Special Features | Non Toxic | | Special feature | Non Toxic | | Specific Uses For Product | Metal | | Surface Recommendation | Metal | | UPC | 094376931662 | | Unit Count | 237.0 millilitre | | Water Resistance Level | Waterproof | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Liquitex - **Colour:** Clear - **Finish type:** Acrylic - **Item volume:** 8 Fluid Ounces - **Paint type:** Acrylic,Oil - **Size:** 237 ml (Pack of 1) - **Special feature:** Non Toxic - **Specific uses for product:** Metal - **Surface recommendation:** Metal - **Unit count:** 237.0 millilitre(s) ## Images ![Acrylic Gesso Surface Prep-Clear 8Oz | Primes Surfaces, Adds Tooth for Color Adhesion, Hardens Screens, Archival Quality, Optimal Ink Absorption - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71UHP6rlAZL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: If acrylic goes onto most surfaces why do I need a gesso?** A: While acrylics adhere to most surfaces, some offer more 'grip'. Gesso prepares surfaces for a long-term bond, improving absorbency, tooth, and sealing out impurities. Without sealing, water or colour can leach through, causing discolouration. **Q: What is a ground?** A: A ground is the first base layer you paint onto the virgin surface, and the term for the material used. Artists traditionally use a gesso, but you can use a range of different mediums as a ground. We talk about a good ground adding ‘teeth’/’tooth.’ **Q: How do I create a coloured gesso?** A: If you want a bespoke colour, simply make your own. Select your acrylic colour - Professional Soft Body, Heavy Body and Basics acrylics have the ideal consistency - and mix with your acrylic gesso or medium to create the effect you want. **Q: What's the point of your black and gray gessoes?** A: These gessoes offer ready-mixed, pigmented bases for your artwork, allowing for instant colour coverage and texture. They contain a blend of pigments to give a neutral opaque base which gives depth, instantly eliminating your surface colour, **Q: Are Liquitex gessoes just for acrylics or can I use them with oils too?** A: Liquitex Professional Gessoes give a lasting, archival base perfect for use with oils when dry, helping to maintain the longevity of your work. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good quality with many uses. Fab price point. *by D***S on 21 March 2026* Nice light grit to it. Great for many crafts, good value too. It's transparent when dry. You can water colour on top of it also. I used it to stick down my images and put it over my background, then was able to add to the background, it's better that way. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wonderful for paint mixing!! *by G***N on 17 March 2026* Great product. Use for mixing paints. Easy to use and efficient!! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great product *by H***N on 16 May 2026* Great product as always from Liquitex, a bit pricey but you know it's going to do a good job. ## Frequently Bought Together - Liquitex Professional Gesso Surface Prep Medium, 237ml (8.0 oz), Clear - Liquitex Professional Effects Medium, 118ml (4-oz), Flow Aid - Liquitex BASICS Gesso Surface Prep Medium, 473ml (16-oz) Bottle, White --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/67799881-acrylic-gesso-surface-prep-clear-8oz-primes-surfaces-adds-tooth](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/67799881-acrylic-gesso-surface-prep-clear-8oz-primes-surfaces-adds-tooth) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-08-17*