Art Casein – Fine Casein Powder for Artists (secco fresco, casein tempera, milk paints)

Description

Art Casein – Fine Casein Powder for Artists. Extra fine technical casein powder for Secco Fresco paints, lime milk paint, preparation of casein paint mediums (lime, borax or ammonia based), casein glues. NOT FOR INGESTION or FOOD

Casein (/ˈkeɪsiːn/ KAY-see-n, from Latin caseus “cheese”) is a family of related phosphoproteins (αS1, αS2, β, κ).

Paint

Binder for Secco Fresco Paints (stronger alternative to egg tempera) – Become Fresco School Member to get recipes.

Casein is a binding agent in traditional “Milk Paint” or optional additive to classic Limewash paints prepared from the Slaked Lime Putty as well as fast-drying, water-soluble medium used by artists for traditional casein tempera painting.

Glue

Casein-based glues, formulated from casein, water, hydrated lime and sodium hydroxide were popular for woodworking Elmer’s School Glue was originally made from casein because it was non-toxic and would wash out of clothing.