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Old 02-20-2007, 02:13 PM   #4
Jean Kelly Jean Kelly is offline
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Thanks Alex and Richard, I tried the credit card trick mentioned in the other thread on RSG that Linda started, but still I have a fairly smooth surface so my next order will be for medium weight linen.

Richard---I have questions. Yes, I am using an acrylic based primer. I have been painting on panels for the past two years and just felt like using stretched linen awhile (for the "bounce" factor). If I understand you right, real gesso should only be used on a stable surface, due to the possibility of cracking the paint film later. Would would you suggest for stretched materials such as canvas, linen ect? Would the lead or oil primed linen be better? If oil primed, do I have to wait the 6 months for it to cure? I've read of using titanium white for the priming but never had the patience to wait! Lead priming is out of the question for me, Linda B. may be able to wield the sanding process, but this broken down body needs a little tenderness!

Could you talk a little about any research being done on the co-polymers and their affect on oil?


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Jean
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