Watercolor Paint Set Faber-Castell 169624 — 24 x 9 ml multi-colour tubes

Faber-Castell 169624 is a watercolor paint set comprising 24 paste-based colours in compact 9 ml tubes, supplied in a storage box for organised keeping. The portable collection provides ready-to-use pigments suitable for washes, glazing, layering and detail work in watercolor techniques. Tubed watercolours combine ease of transport with controlled dispensing, allowing artists and students to manage colour intensity and mix shades on a palette or directly on paper.

Advantages

The set offers a wide multi-colour range in uniform 9 ml tubes that are convenient for schoolwork, hobby painting and illustrative projects. Paste-based formulation ensures minimal drying in the tube and predictable consistency when diluted with water. The packaging keeps tubes organised and protected, while tubes enable precise application and economical use of pigment compared with pans. Colours are suitable for layering and achieving varied tonal effects.

Suitable for

• School art classes and student practice
• Hobby painting and sketchbook work
• Illustration, studies and colour testing
• On-site painting and portable setups

Key specifications

• Number of colours: 24
• Tube volume: 9 ml per tube
• Formulation: paste-based watercolour
• Packaging: storage box for tubes
• Application: suitable for washes, glazing, layering and detail work

How to use

Open a tube and squeeze a small amount of paste onto a clean palette or mixing surface. Add water gradually to reach the desired consistency for washes or thicker strokes. Mix pigments to create intermediate shades and test on scrap paper before applying to the final surface. For layering, allow earlier layers to dry before applying subsequent glazes. Rinse brushes with water and store tubes tightly closed to prevent unnecessary drying.

Usage recommendations

Use heavier weight watercolor paper for best results when working with multiple layers, and adjust water ratio for transparent washes or more saturated colour. Keep tubes capped and store in a cool, dry place. For classroom use, distribute individual tubes as needed and supervise younger users when mixing pigments.