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Frequently Asked Questions Oil Painting Techniques How do I make an oil painting that will withstand the test of time? I have two old paintings that I took out of storage and both are very yellow. What should I do? Solvents What are odorless mineral spirits (OMS)? How do I remove the metal seal on a can of Gamsol? What is TLV? Are all brands of OMS the same? Which solvent should I use for brush & studio clean up? Are there any painting techniques for which alkyd resins are not a good choice? What is the best system of ventilation for a studio? Mediums How do I care for Galkyd so that it does not dry in the bottle? Are the working properties of Galkyd like traditional painting mediums? Why use Galkyd instead of a painting medium made with damar resin and turpentine? How can I make Galkyds more matte? How can I slow down the drying time of Galkyds? Is it ok to thin my paint with solvent to begin painting? Fabrics and Grounds Does it matter if I use canvas rather than linen? How do I properly roll a canvas for storage? Can I use PVA Size as a ground? Does PVA Size tighten fabric support like rabbit skin glue? I see ground striking through the back of my fabric. Is this a problem? Why should I apply Gamblin Ground with a knife? I prefer using a brush. Can I thin Gamblin Ground? My ground looks shiny. Should I sand the top layer of ground before I start painting? Varnish How can I matte Gamvar? How long do I have to wait untill I varnish my painting, 6 months, 9 months, a year? Do I have to varnish? Can I use Galkyd as a varnish? Can Gamvar Picture Varnish be used as a retouch varnish? Can I use Galkyd as a retouch varnish? Oil Colors I travel frequently. Can I take my oil colors through airline security? What is the difference between Artist and Student grade paints?

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