At Art Supplies Australia, we proudly offer the premium selection of Langridge Drying Oil Mediums—the professional's choice for superior oil painting performance. These pure, artist-grade oils are specially formulated to enhance your paint's working properties while ensuring archival-quality results.
Why Langridge Drying Oils?
Langridge's commitment to quality means each medium offer:
✔ Optimal drying characteristics – From fast to slow drying to suit your technique
✔ Enhanced paint handling – Improve flow, gloss, and brushwork
✔ Pure, unadulterated formulas – No additives or fillers
✔ Archival permanence – Protect your artwork's longevity
Our Langridge Drying Oil Mediums Range
1. Langridge Refined Linseed Oil
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Drying Time: Medium (3-5 days touch dry)
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Best For: General painting, glazing, and impasto
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Key Benefit: Versatile all-purpose medium that balances drying time and flexibility
2. Langridge Stand Oil (Polymerized Linseed)
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Drying Time: Slow (5-7 days touch dry)
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Best For: Glazing, fine detail work, and high-gloss finishes
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Key Benefit: Self-leveling properties reduce brush marks for smooth surfaces
3. Langridge Cold-Pressed Linseed Oil
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Drying Time: Medium (3-5 days touch dry)
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Best For: Delicate color work and traditional techniques
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Key Benefit: Purest form with minimal yellowing over time
4. Langridge Refined Safflower Oil
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Drying Time: Slow (5-7 days touch dry)
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Best For: White and light color applications
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Key Benefit: Reduced yellowing compared to linseed oils
5. Langridge Cold-Pressed Walnut Oil
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Drying Time: Very slow (7-10 days touch dry)
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Best For: Extended blending and smooth applications
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Key Benefit: Buttery consistency ideal for portrait work
6. Langridge Cold-Pressed Safflower Oil
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Drying Time: Slow (5-7 days touch dry)
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Best For: White and light colors where maximum purity is required
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Key Benefit: Virtually no yellowing in pale tones
Technical Comparison
| Medium | Drying Time | Viscosity | Yellowing | Best Uses |
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| Refined Linseed | Medium | Medium | Moderate | All-purpose |
| Stand Oil | Slow | High | Low | Glazing, glossy finishes |
| Cold-Pressed Linseed | Medium | Medium | Very Low | Traditional techniques |
| Refined Safflower | Slow | Medium-Low | Low | White/light colors |
| Cold-Pressed Walnut | Very Slow | Low | Minimal | Blending, portraits |
| Cold-Pressed Safflower | Slow | Low | None | White/light colors (premium) |
Professional Usage Tips
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For whites & lights: Use safflower oils (refined or cold-pressed) to prevent yellowing
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For glazing: Stand oil provides the smoothest, most luminous results
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For impasto: Refined linseed offers good body without being too slow drying
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For portraits: Walnut oil's slow drying allows perfect skin tone blending
Why Professionals Choose Langridge
Langridge oils stand apart because:
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They're 100% pure with no solvents or additives
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Each is carefully refined for consistent performance
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The cold-pressed options offer unparalleled purity
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They're used by conservators and professional artists
Shop Professional Drying Oils Today
Explore our complete range of Langridge Drying Oil Mediums at:
Art Supplies Australia – Langridge Oil Mediums
Elevate your oil painting practice with these essential professional mediums. Your art deserves the best!
Happy Painting! 🎨
