Matte Finish Canvas – Ready to PaintOur matte canvas offers superb paint adhesion and a velvety surface that artists love. With just the right level of absorbency, it allows for strong brushwork, solid coverage, and dry brush techniques—all without the need for gesso or prep work. Finished with 1.5" stretcher bars, this canvas is ready for your next endeavor. While no additional prep is necessary, artists in dry climates may choose to extend blend time with 217 Slow Dry Matte Liquid or 299 Acrylic Retarder, especially when layering or working wet-on-wet. Matte Finish Canvas – Specifications Surface Finish: Matte Absorbency: High; ideal for dry brush, layering, and solid coverage Prep Required: None (ready-to-paint surface) Best For: Acrylics, dry brush, impasto, layering techniques Stretcher Bars: 1.5" deep kiln-dried wood Priming Recommendation: Optional (not required) Climate Note: In dry environments, artists may use Nova Color 217 Slow Dry Matte Liquid or 299 Acrylic Retarder to extend working time Mounting: Wall-ready Base Composition: Polyester Cotton Blend Weave: Oxford Finish: Matte Thickness: 21 mil Country of Origin: Made in the USA (Hawthorne, CA)