Transform Traditional Oils with Schmincke Medium W

Schmincke Oil Mediums are designed to enhance the versatility and performance of oil paints, and none stands out more than Medium W. This low-odor, water-mixable medium allows you to convert your traditional oil paints into water-soluble oils—eliminating the need for harsh solvents. Medium W increases gloss and transparency while maintaining the creamy handling of classic oils. It’s ideal for artists looking for a cleaner, healthier studio environment. Simply shake the bottle, mix two parts oil paint with one part Medium W, and then thin with water as needed. The mixture may appear milky when wet, but it dries to its original, vibrant color. After painting, your tools can be cleaned easily with water alone.

Beyond Medium W, Schmincke also offers traditional oil mediums that allow you to adjust drying times, create fluid glazes, or build up thick impasto textures. These mediums improve paint flow and extend working time while helping you make the most of your colors. Whether you’re blending, glazing, or altering texture, Schmincke’s oil mediums offer professional-quality control and adaptability to suit any painting style.

Key Features

• Medium W converts oils into water-mixable paint
• Increases gloss and transparency
• Shake well and mix with oil paint at a 2:1 ratio
• Easy water cleanup—no solvents required
• Other mediums available for adjusting drying time and texture

Perfect For

• Artists wanting to avoid solvents
• Blending, glazing, and layering with oils
• Transforming traditional oil techniques into water-washable methods
• Adding texture or flow without compromising color quality
• Painters of all levels seeking versatility and ease of use