Liquitex Basics Acrylic Paints have an improved formula, excellent for the needs of the beginning artist. They contain the same binder as artist grades of Liquitex paints, but with a lower pigment load. Colors are intermixable with all Liquitex professional colors and mediums. Non-toxic, Liquitex Basics Acrylic Paints have permanent adhesive properties and are easily applied on a variety of surfaces such as canvas, wood, clay, paper, and fabric. Mix them with water to thin, or with any Liquitex acrylic medium. Colors dry to a satin-matte finish that brings out color intensity without adding unwanted surface glare. Each color is uniquely formulated to bring out the maximum brilliance and clarity of the pigment.