Pebeo Studio Acrylics Gesso Universal Primer 500ml

Professional Surface Preparation for All Your Acrylic Projects

Prime your canvases, papers, and wood with Pébéo Studio Acrylics Gesso Universal Primer. This opaque, high-coverage primer improves adhesion on any porous surface, ensuring your acrylic paints bond perfectly. Quick-drying in under an hour, easily mixable with other gesso colors, and requiring no prior surface preparation—it's the essential foundation every acrylic artist needs.

Specifications

• Brand: Pebeo
• Product Type: Universal gesso primer
• Quantity: 500ml
• Base: Acrylic (water-based)
• Coverage: High-coverage, opaque finish
• Application Surfaces: Canvas, paper, wood
• Drying Time: Under 1 hour to fully dry
• Available Colors: Black and white (mixable)

Key Features

• Universal primer for canvas, paper, and wood surfaces
• Improves adhesion on all porous and non-porous surfaces
• Quick-drying formula—ready in under 1 hour
• Easily mixable with other gesso colors for custom shades
• Creates a perfectly textured, rough surface for acrylic paint
• High-coverage, opaque formula fills surface imperfections
• No prior surface preparation required
• Water-based and easy cleanup with water

Perfect For

• Preparing canvas, paper, and wood before acrylic painting
• Improving paint adhesion on porous or difficult surfaces
• Filling holes, cracks, and surface imperfections
• Creating custom gesso colors by mixing black and white
• Waterproofing surfaces before acrylic painting
• Professional artists and hobbyists
• Mixed-media and collage projects

How to Use

• Prepare Surface: Use on any clean, non-greasy surface. No priming or sealing required beforehand.
• Apply Primer: Use a flat brush, acrylic paint spalter brush, or paint spatula to apply a thin, even layer of gesso to your substrate.
• Fill Imperfections: The thick, covering texture fills holes and cracks, creating a smooth or textured base as desired.
• Dry: Allow to dry completely in under 1 hour. The surface will develop a perfectly rough texture ready for acrylic paint.
• Paint: Apply your acrylic colors directly over the dried gesso for superior adhesion and vibrant results.
• Mix Colors: Combine black and white gesso to create custom gray tones for unique underpainting effects.