Provides high opacity and clean white coverage that brightens subsequent paint layers and hides dark grain underneath.
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Front view of the Keep Smiling 275ml white acrylic gesso jar with gold emblem and clear volume labeling.
Description
Keep Smiling White Acrylic Gesso is a ready-to-use surface primer formulated to seal, stiffen and prepare raw substrates before applying acrylic, oil, gouache or mixed media paints. It dries to a smooth, flexible matte white finish that provides balanced tooth for brushstrokes and palette knife work.
Applying gesso creates an essential barrier between raw fibres and painting mediums. On unprimed cotton canvas and linen, it prevents oils and binder mediums from sinking into the fabric or causing yellowing over time, while on MDF boards and wood panels, it seals porous grain and prevents uneven absorption.
The formula has a rich, creamy consistency that brushes out easily straight from the wide-mouth jar. For fine detail work, a single coat lightly sanded after drying provides a satin-smooth finish, while two unthinned coats create a textured, high-traction foundation ideal for heavy body impasto painting.
It adheres securely to stretched canvas, canvas boards, wood slices, cardboard, terracotta pottery and watercolour paper. Because it is an acrylic-based emulsion, it dries quickly within 30 to 60 minutes and brushes rinse clean with plain water and soap before the primer cures.
Two jar sizes are available to suit your studio volume: the 275ml (9.3 fl. oz) jar at Rs. 900 for everyday art projects, and the 500ml (16.95 fl. oz) jar at Rs. 1,500 for large canvases and studio workshops.
The Safencia price starts at Rs. 900 with Cash on Delivery across Pakistan. Stock, jar size selection, city and delivery charges are confirmed on WhatsApp before dispatch.
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Features
Specifications
| Product name | Keep Smiling White Acrylic Gesso Primer for Canvas and Wood |
|---|---|
| Category | Arts and Crafts |
| Recommended age | 6+ years |
| Product type | White acrylic gesso primer |
| Brand | Keep Smiling |
| Finish | Matte opaque white with balanced tooth |
| Base | Water-based acrylic emulsion |
| Volume options | 275 ml (9.3 fl. oz) and 500 ml (16.95 fl. oz) |
| Drying time | Touch dry in 30-60 minutes depending on humidity |
| Compatible surfaces | Canvas, linen, MDF, raw wood, paper, cardboard, clay |
| Clean up | Water and mild soap before curing |
| Price | from Rs. 900 |
| Available options | 275ml Jar, 500ml Jar |
| Stock status | In stock |
| Cash on Delivery | Available across Pakistan |
| Delivery time | 3-5 working days after WhatsApp order confirmation |
| What is included | 1 x Keep Smiling white acrylic gesso jar in chosen 275ml or 500ml volume. |
What's in the Box
- 1 x Keep Smiling white acrylic gesso jar in chosen 275ml or 500ml volume.
FAQs
What is the difference between acrylic gesso and white acrylic paint?
Gesso contains calcium carbonate and specialized binders that provide tooth (grip) and absorbency, whereas white acrylic paint dries to a slick, non-absorbent plastic film that cannot properly grip subsequent paint layers.
How many coats of Keep Smiling gesso should I apply?
For pre-primed canvas, one thin even coat is sufficient. For raw unprimed canvas or porous wood and MDF, apply two crosswise coats, allowing the first coat to dry completely before applying the second.
Can I sand Keep Smiling gesso for a smoother finish?
Yes, once the gesso is completely dry (after 1 to 2 hours), you can lightly sand the surface with fine-grit sandpaper (300 to 400 grit) to achieve an ultra-smooth finish for detailed portraits or calligraphy.
Can I use oil paint over this acrylic gesso?
Yes, oil paint adheres perfectly over dried acrylic gesso. However, you should never apply acrylic gesso over an oil-painted surface, as acrylic will not bond to oil.
Can Keep Smiling gesso be thinned with water or tinted?
Yes, you can mix in a small splash of water to adjust flow for detailed brush priming, or mix in acrylic paint to create a tinted ground (such as grey, burnt sienna, or black).
Which jar size should I choose?
The 275ml jar (Rs. 900) is ideal for preparing several small-to-medium canvases, while the 500ml jar (Rs. 1,500) offers better value for large format paintings, murals and art students.
Can I pay cash on delivery for Keep Smiling Acrylic Gesso in Pakistan?
Yes. Cash on Delivery is available across Pakistan, including Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, Rawalpindi and many other cities.
How fast is delivery in Pakistan?
Select 275ml or 500ml jar when ordering. Orders are confirmed on WhatsApp before dispatch, with delivery taking 3-5 working days across Pakistan.
Reviews
4.6
Based on 12 customer reviews
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DaniyalKarachi · ✓ Verified Buyer ·
500ml size better value laga because I use gesso regularly. Drying time reasonable hai aur paint layers bhi achi sit karti hain.
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AyeshaLahore · ✓ Verified Buyer ·
Art students ke liye useful product hai. Canvas aur MDF dono pe try kiya, dono surfaces pe achi base ban gayi.
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FarazHyderabad · ✓ Verified Buyer ·
Primer ka result theek hai, lekin meri requirement ke liye thora thick laga. Thori adjustment ke baad application smooth ho gayi.
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NimraGujranwala · ✓ Verified Buyer ·
Pehli dafa gesso use kiya tha aur application kaafi simple rahi. Acrylic colors baad mein zyada vibrant nazar aaye.
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RameezPeshawar · ✓ Verified Buyer ·
White color proper opaque hai. Ek heavy coat ki bajaye 2 light coats better result deti hain. Overall satisfied.
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SanaSialkot · ✓ Verified Buyer ·
I used it on canvas boards and the surface came out very clean. Sanding ke baad finish aur bhi smooth ho gayi.
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AbdullahMultan · ✓ Verified Buyer ·
500ml pack studio work ke liye liya tha. Quantity reasonable hai aur wooden board par bhi achi adhesion di.
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HiraFaisalabad · ✓ Verified Buyer ·
Product acha hai. First coat thora thin rakha aur second ke baad canvas properly white ho gaya. Beginners ke liye bhi easy hai.
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EmanRawalpindi · ✓ Verified Buyer ·
Gesso ki consistency mujhe kaafi balanced lagi, na bohat thick na watery. Brush se easily apply ho gaya.
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AliIslamabad · ✓ Verified Buyer ·
Acrylic painting se pehle use kar raha hoon aur result noticeably better aya. Paint canvas mein absorb kam hota hai.
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ZainabKarachi · ✓ Verified Buyer ·
275ml wala order kiya tha. Texture acha hai aur easily spread ho jata hai. Dry hone ke baad finish bhi neat aati hai.
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MahamLahore · ✓ Verified Buyer ·
Canvas prime karne ke liye use kiya, coverage kaafi achi hai. Do coats ke baad surface smooth aur painting ke liye ready ho gayi.
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