Kama Damar Resin 1 lb

Overview

Damar resin is a natural tree resin that has been used by artists for generations. Valued for its clarity and warm amber colour it is commonly dissolved in turpentine or other suitable solvents to create traditional picture varnishes and oil painting mediums. It can also be used in encaustic painting where it hardens beeswax and increases the durability and polish of the finished surface.

Why Artists Choose Damar Resin

• Traditional ingredient for making picture varnishes and oil painting mediums.
• Increases the hardness and durability of encaustic wax mixtures.
• Produces a beautiful glossy finish with excellent clarity.
• Trusted by painters and encaustic artists for centuries.

How to Use It

For oil painting damar resin is typically dissolved in turpentine to prepare traditional varnishes or painting mediums. For encaustic painting melt the resin into purified beeswax using appropriate ventilation and follow recommended safety practices when heating wax and resin. Store unused resin in a cool dry place.

Good to Know

Damar resin is a natural material so the size and appearance of individual crystals may vary from bag to bag. It is suitable for artists making their own traditional mediums and for encaustic painters looking to create a harder more lustrous wax surface.