{"product_id":"limestone-powder-2-oz","title":"Limestone Powder – 2 oz by Natural Earth Paint","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdjust the thickness, opacity, texture, and matte character of handmade paint with a traditional natural mineral used by artists for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Is It?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLimestone Powder, also known as calcium carbonate or chalk, is a natural mineral used to extend or thicken oil paint, make gouache and gesso, strengthen egg tempera, and adjust a paint’s body, texture, opacity, or matte finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat’s Included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne pouch of Limestone Powder with recipes printed inside the envelope.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You’ll Love It?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis simple traditional material gives you direct control over how paint handles and dries. Small additions can make paint fuller-bodied, more opaque, more textured, or more matte without requiring a premixed synthetic additive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor oil paint, sprinkle a small amount into prepared paint and mix thoroughly before testing the consistency. Continue adding it gradually until the paint reaches the body or texture you want. For gouache, gesso, or egg tempera, follow the recipe printed inside the envelope so the Limestone Powder is combined with the correct ingredients in the correct order. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/natural-paint-art-supplies-recipe-booklet\"\u003eNatural Paint \u0026amp; Art Supplies Recipe Booklet\u003c\/a\u003e provides additional natural paint recipes, while \u003ca href=\"\/products\/natural-impasto-medium-1-lb\"\u003eNatural Impasto Medium\u003c\/a\u003e is the dedicated option for building thicker oil-paint texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLimestone Powder can increase body, texture, strength, and opacity or reduce sheen for a more matte appearance, depending on the paint and amount used.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety \u0026amp; Quality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLimestone is calcium carbonate and is different from hazardous lime. Avoid breathing airborne powder and use appropriate respiratory protection while measuring and mixing. Made in the United States. Free of dairy, nuts, and gluten. Vegan, cruelty-free, and not intended for consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize \u0026amp; Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNet weight: 2 oz.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Natural Earth Paint","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48365543850173,"sku":"144","price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0509\/4781\/7661\/files\/0cf1d271e97f0bddcca25597d8380984ed174cf3a43957267fa00d47fd5e357a.jpg?v=1788174516","url":"https:\/\/www.thestilwellhouse.com\/products\/limestone-powder-2-oz","provider":"The Stilwell House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}