Michael Harding Titanium White No. 1, TW1

This is an exceptionally bright white. Michael Harding’s Titanium White No. 1 in safflower is initially very bright and this lightness has persisted through several months of drying. This white was less yellow than several others in different binding oils. Even among other single-pigment PW6 paints in the same binding oil (safflower), Michael Harding’s Titanium White No. 1 may still have a slight advantage. Over time we will note how each paint fares. Presently, Michael Harding Titanium White No. 1 is a standout for lightness for paints in safflower oil and overall this paint is impressively bright.

“Titanium White No. 1 is the most brilliant white in my range, suitable for crisp, cool, opaque, light shades. If you want a powerful mixer that lightens, then this is it. Although not subtle, this white is the most suitable for a bright, fresh palette. It forms a strong and durable film when cured. PW6 is an inorganic pigment. I grind this white with Safflower Oil but also offer this beautiful colour ground in linseed oil–check out TW2 for this. Safflower oil is a pale, slow-drying oil. As it is a paler yellow than linseed oil, lighter pigments (whites and soft blues especially) maintain their brightness when mixed with safflower oil.“ -Michael Harding Oils

Sometimes Michael Harding’s brand literature refers to this paint as TW1. This paint is listed as vegan.

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