Loose pastel and charcoal powder can smudge easily when you handle a drawing. Pébéo fixative helps hold dry drawing media on paper. This transparent spray with a non-yellowing acrylic base is suitable for pastel, pencil and charcoal.
Contents and selection
You receive one 400 ml aerosol can. Choose this fixative for dry drawings on paper. It is not a universal finishing varnish for oil or acrylic paintings. Paper and drawing materials are not included.
Fixing your drawing
Shake the can well before use. Spray from 20-30 cm away, spreading a light mist evenly over the work without soaking the paper. Let the work dry fully before touching or storing it. After use, clear the nozzle by holding the can upside down and spraying briefly, pointing away from yourself. Follow the instructions on the can.
Test the result first
Make a sample on the same paper with the same drawing materials. This lets you see how the coating affects tone and surface texture before applying it to your work. A fixed drawing is still delicate: avoid rubbing or sliding loose sheets over the image. Fixative does not make paper waterproof or replace careful storage.
Handling an aerosol safely
Danger: extremely flammable aerosol. Pressurised container: may burst if heated. Causes serious eye irritation. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Keep spray out of your eyes and do not breathe the mist. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks and flames; do not smoke or spray onto a flame. Do not pierce or burn, even after use. Keep out of reach of children and follow the safety instructions on the label.
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