{"product_id":"art-spectrum-rabbit-skin-glue","title":"Art Spectrum Rabbit Skin Glue","description":"\u003cp\u003eArt Spectrum Rabbit Skin Glue is used to size a canvas in the traditional method of preparing canvas for oil painting. Sizing a canvas seals the surface to make it less absorbent and is the first step in preparing a canvas for use with oils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo use:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eDissolve 1 part Art Spectrum Rabbit Skin Glue to 13 parts cold water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eSoak overnight until all the water has been absorbed by the glue to a porridge-like consistency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eGently heat the mixture in a double boiler, stirring until the glue dissolves (be careful not to let the glue boil).\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eApply to your surface with a stiff brush while the mixture is still warm (not hot).\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eOnce sized, your surface can be lightly sanded for your ground layer to adhere better.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce applied, the size made with Art Spectrum Rabbit Skin Glue will act as a penetrating liquid, filling the pores of the canvas. This isolates the fabric from subsequent applications of primer or oil paint and prevent canvas rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRabbit Skin Glue should not be used under Acrylic Gesso or Art Spectrum Oil Prime.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Spectrum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44162491023494,"sku":"0908100","price":84.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/7213\/7350\/files\/0908100_2.jpg?v=1785149131","url":"https:\/\/www.eckersleys.com.au\/products\/art-spectrum-rabbit-skin-glue","provider":"Eckersley's Art \u0026 Craft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}