Description: Cotton is popular to use as a canvas as it is cheaper than linen. But, its
weaves stretch poorer, do not take primer as well, and it is flimsy and
flat in appearance. However, a ready-primed cotton canvas is the best
alternative to linen. Uses: Cotton canvas is often used for oil painting. How to use: Cotton canvas must be primed (with a primer such as acrylic gesso) and
stretched by fitting it into a stretcher. Stretchers are available in many
different lengths to make just about any rectangular size. |
