Ivory Black - 160 - Coloured Earth Pigments

Ivory Black – 160

A Natural Pigment
Permanent To UV
Suitable For All Mediums
Lime And Cement Colour Stable
Non-Toxic

Ivory Black Pigment is a carbon-based pigment which is very black. Historically it was made by burning waste from the ivory trade which is where the name originates. Great for creating artists paints, also suitable for use with limewash, plasters and mortars.

Description

Technical Info:

Pigment Name: Ivory Black – 160
Pigment Type: Natural Earth & Ochres
Country of Origin: Germany
Colour Index: Bk9
Density: 735 g/l
Chemical Make-up: Calcium phosphate + carbon
Chemical Formula: TBC
Lime Stable? Yes
UV Rating: Good
Colouring Power: Good
Particle size: 50 microns (325 Mesh)
Heat Stability: TBC

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Make your own paint

As well as being a lot of fun, there are many benefits of making your own paints:

Create Unique Colours by blending pigments and experimenting with different binders.

Avoid chemicals and unnecessary additives.

Save money. Making your own is a lot cheaper than buying ready-made.

Stronger colours – You can omit the fillers used in many commercial products which can dilute the vibrancy of a pigments hue.

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Ivory Black – 160

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Make your own paint

As well as being a lot of fun, there are many benefits of making your own paints: