Liquitex BASICS Acrylic Paint Set 12 x 22ml
- 12 tubes, 22 milliliters each
- Acrylic, medium viscosity
- Satin finish per the title, matte in specs
- Lightfast fine art pigments
- 0.5 hours listed dry time
- 8.88 fluid ounces total volume
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
Tube-format acrylics with lightfast pigments, medium body and easy blending, suited to indoor painting. The listing describes the finish as satin and also as matte, so check a swatch.
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ASIN: B07VSZM41GModel: 3699353Category: Art Paints
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Overview
Liquitex BASICS is a set of acrylic paints in tubes, made at medium viscosity with fine art pigments and a range of opacities. The listing describes easy blending and a satin finish, and the paint is lightfast.
Medium viscosity suits brushwork straight from the tube, and varied opacities give both covering and more transparent colors. The listed half hour dry time lets sessions move quickly. The limitation is scope, because the use is listed as indoor with no outdoor or varnish guidance.
Who it's for
A desk or studio table where canvas or paper studies are painted indoors in assorted colors. Painters who need outdoor durability, or exact named colors, should check the color list first.
Pros and cons
- Lightfast fine art pigments
- Medium viscosity from the tube
- Range of opacities
- Quick listed dry time
- Finish listed as both satin and matte
- Color names unlisted
- Indoor use only
- Small tube volume per color
Performance notes
Acrylic dries as its water content leaves, so thin layers set quickly while thick passages need longer. Medium viscosity brushes out easily at the consistency it ships in, and opacity varies by pigment, so transparent colors work best layered over a base. Lightfast pigments resist fading under indoor light.
Specifications
| Brand | Liquitex |
|---|---|
| Model | 3699353 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 60 g |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Item Volume | 22 ml (0.74 fl oz) |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Construction & materials | |
| Finish Type | Satin (title), matte (specs) |
| Color | Assorted |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 8.88 fluid ounces |
| Other details | |
| Paint Type | Acrylic |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Dry Time In Hours | 0.5 hours |
| Container Type | Tube |
| Tubes | 12 |
| Viscosity | Medium |
| Item Form | Liquid Sample |
| Specific Uses For Product | Interior |
| Surface Recommendation | Standard |
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Frequently asked questions
How do I care for Liquitex BASICS paint after use?
The listing gives no storage or cleaning instructions, so follow what is printed on the tubes. It does list a dry time of 0.5 hours, so rinse brushes promptly.
What finish does Liquitex BASICS dry to?
The title says satin finish, but the specs list matte. The listing contradicts itself, so test a swatch.
Is Liquitex BASICS suitable for outdoor projects?
The listing gives indoor as the usage and mentions no outdoor or weatherproof rating.