Gouache paint Talens Extra Fine 50 ml — Cold Grey (717)

Talens Extra Fine gouache, 50 ml tube in Cold Grey (717), is a professional, opaque water-based paint formulated for precise, matte coverage. With a high pigment concentration, this gouache provides velvety layers that are easy to rework and mix. The consistency supports controlled washes and crisp edges, making it suitable for illustration, design, fine art and mixed media on paper and board.

Advantages

The paint delivers strong opacity and even, matt finish with reliable lightfastness for many pigments. Its formulation allows fine detail work, smooth layering and consistent color mixing without unexpected shifts. The tube format keeps the paint fresh and enables economical dispensing, while the rewettable nature of the paint makes corrections and blending straightforward.

Suitable for

• Illustration and commercial art where flat, opaque colour is required
• Design work, mock-ups and visual development
• Fine art and studio paintings on paper or board
• Mixed media that combine gouache with ink, pencil or collage
• Controlled washes and detailed layering techniques

Key specifications

• Volume: 50 ml tube
• Colour type: Cold Grey (717), opaque
• Finish: matte, velvety coverage
• Base: water-based gouache formulation
• Working properties: high pigment concentration, rewettable, easy to mix
• Substrates: designed for paper and board; suitable for controlled washes

How to use

Squeeze a small amount of gouache onto a palette and dilute with water to achieve the desired opacity or wash. Apply with brushes appropriate to the level of detail required; use less water for opaque coverage and more for transparent washes. For layered work, allow each layer to dry before applying the next to avoid cracking or unwanted blending. The paint can be reactivated with water to soften edges or make adjustments.

Usage recommendations

Use quality, absorbent paper or primed board to prevent buckling and to preserve colour intensity. Store tubes upright in a cool, dry place and close caps tightly after use. Test lightfastness and opacity on a scrap piece of the same substrate when exact matching or archival permanence is required.