Watercolour tube SMARTMAX Burnt Umber 37 ml (076)

SMARTMAX Burnt Umber watercolour in a 37 ml tube offers a transparent brown pigment formulated for watercolor techniques. This artist-grade paint delivers even washes, subtle glazing and controlled detail work, suitable for both studio and field use. The tube format preserves paint freshness and allows precise dispensing for mixing and layering.

Advantages

The pigment provides reliable transparency and good tinting strength, enabling thin glazes as well as more concentrated strokes. The creamy consistency in the tube is easy to dilute with water and mixes predictably with other watercolours. Packaged in a 37 ml tube, the paint is convenient for repeated use and reduces wastage compared with pans or open jars.

Suitable for

• Traditional watercolor washes and glazing techniques
• Illustration and fine detail work
• Color mixing to create warm neutrals and earth tones
• Studio painting, plein air studies, and art classes

Key specifications

• Volume: 37 ml tube
• Colour: Burnt Umber (transparent brown)
• Format: watercolour in tube for dilution with water
• Consistency: creamy paste suitable for washes and detailing
• Compatibility: mixes with other watercolours and mediums formulated for watercolor

How to use

Squeeze a small amount of SMARTMAX Burnt Umber onto a palette and add water to reach the desired dilution. For broad transparent washes, dilute thoroughly and apply with a large brush in even strokes. For glazing or layered effects, allow each layer to dry before applying the next. For fine detail, use less water and a smaller brush or mix with a retarder medium if slower drying is needed. Clean brushes with water immediately after use.

Usage recommendations

Store the tube capped in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Test colour strength and transparency on scrap paper before applying to final work. When mixing with other pigments, start with small amounts to control hue shifts and maintain the transparent character of Burnt Umber.