Liquitex Interference Colors are colorless, transparent paints made from titanium coated mica flakes rather than traditional pigments. They are also known as ""Opalescent Colors."" They change their color (exhibiting a metallic look and color shift) depending upon the viewing angle. As the light hits the mica flakes, it either bounces off directly, reflecting the labeled color, or passes through to another layer and bounces out at a different refractive index displaying the complimentary color. The effect is visually similar to a thin coat of oil floating on water.
Color shown: Interference Violet
Characteristics and Tips:
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Water soluble colors while wet.
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Flexible colors when dry. Built-up surfaces will remain free of cracks and chips. Less flexible in cold weather. Softer in warm weather.
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Air-dry by evaporation. Thin paint films: 10 - 20 minutes. Thick paint films: 1 hour - 3 days.
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Surface of a dry acrylic painting can be cleaned by gently washing with soap and water.
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Keep brushes wet. Clean up brushes, hands and palette with soap and water.
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Little odor, no fumes, nonflammable. Uses non-toxic thinners and mediums.
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Do not mix with turpentine or oils. Mix only with other acrylic emulsion paints or mediums.
