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Liquitex

Liquitex BASICS Acrylic Paint Set 6 x 22ml

  • 6 tubes of 22 ml, 0.74 fl oz each
  • Primary colors, medium viscosity acrylic
  • 24 hours dry time
  • Satin finish per title, matte in the spec field
  • Indoor use, not water resistant

Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A six-tube primary acrylic set for mixing a full palette from medium viscosity paint. The tubes are small and the finish is listed two ways, so it suits indoor practice work.

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ASIN: B00251LX1CModel: 101501Category: Art Paints

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Overview

An artist stocking a first palette gets six tubes of medium viscosity acrylic in primary colors here. The paint comes in tube form and the title promises lightfast fine art pigments with easy blending.

Primary colors give a flexible starting point for mixing, which is the reason to choose a small set like this. The limits are the tube volume and the inconsistent finish information.

Who it's for

Indoor painting where colors are mixed from a small set, such as practice pieces or small canvases. Large surfaces use up small tubes quickly, and the paint is listed as indoor use and not water resistant.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Primary colors for mixing
  • Medium viscosity paint
  • Lightfast pigments per the title
  • Tube form, adult age range
Cons
  • Small tubes limit large projects
  • Finish listed as both satin and matte
  • Indoor use only
  • Not water resistant

Performance notes

Viscosity governs how the paint flows from the brush, and medium is neither stiff nor runny. Mixing the three primaries shifts hue, so the finished range is limited by the pigments in the set. The listing gives a dry time, after which another layer can go on.

Where it stands among art paints

  • #8 most-searched brand and model of the 14 art paints lines we track (by search demand, not sales).

From the specs of the 18 art paints we list; not a test result.

Specifications

BrandLiquitex
Model101501
Dimensions & fit
Size0.74 Fl Oz (Pack of 6)
Item Weight0.27 g
Capacity & performance
Age Range DescriptionAdult
Item Volume0.7 fluid ounces
Construction & materials
Finish TypeMatte (title says Satin)
ColorAssorted, primary set
Color CodeNot Available
Included components
Unit Count4.44 Fluid Ounces
Tubes in set6
Included ComponentsPaint
Other details
Paint TypeAcrylic
Water Resistance LevelNot Water Resistant
Dry Time In Hours24 hours
Container TypeTube
Surface RecommendationIndoor
CoverageFull
Is WaterproofFalse
Item FormLiquid
Special FeaturesAdjustable
Specific Uses For ProductInterior

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need anything else to start painting with the Liquitex BASICS set?

The included components field lists paint only. Brushes, a palette and a painting surface are not included.

Is the Liquitex BASICS primary set a full range of colors?

No. The title calls it a primary set and the color field says Assorted, so expect to mix other hues yourself.

Can the Liquitex BASICS set be used outdoors?

The listing recommends indoor use and rates it Not Water Resistant.