Oil paint tube Artequipment Talens Van Gogh 40 ml — Zinc White

Artequipment Talens Van Gogh oil paint, Zinc White, in a 40 ml tube is a professional artist colour formulated for fine art painting, glazing and precise colour correction. This zinc-based white provides a cooler, less opaque alternative to titanium white, with stable handling and predictable drying behaviour typical of zinc-containing oil colours. The convenient 40 ml tube is suitable for studio work and outdoor use when mixed with other oil colours or mediums.

Advantages

Zinc White from the Van Gogh range offers smooth consistency and even pigment distribution, making it easy to blend and layer. Its lower opacity and cooler tone help preserve delicate glazes and subtle highlights without overpowering underlying colours. The formulation provides reliable drying characteristics and good working time for detailed adjustments and fine brushwork.

Suitable for

• Glazing and transparent layering techniques
• Mixing to cool colour temperature or reduce opacity
• Rendering highlights and fine details on canvas, panel or board
• Traditional oil painting techniques and studio practice

Key specifications

• Volume: 40 ml tube
• Colour: Zinc White (cool white, lower opacity than titanium white)
• Binder: oil-based formulation suitable for traditional oil media
• Consistency: smooth, blendable paste suitable for glazing and layering
• Drying behaviour: moderate drying speed typical of zinc-containing oil whites

How to use

Use straight from the tube for controlled highlights or mix with other oil colours to achieve cooler tints and reduce opacity. Apply with brushes or palette knives, and build thin layers for glazing or thicker passages where greater body is required. When extending or speeding up drying, use appropriate oil painting mediums or dryers compatible with zinc-containing whites. Allow adequate drying time between layers to avoid cracking, following standard oil painting practice.

Usage recommendations

For glazing applications, prefer thin, transparent layers and avoid excessive use of fast-drying mediums directly in zinc-rich pigments. Store the tube capped and in a cool, dry place to preserve consistency; follow standard safety and disposal guidance for oil paints and solvents.