Collection: Alkyds

Have you ever experienced the frustration of waiting for traditional oil paints to dry? Waiting for the bottom layer to dry thoroughly before applying the next or thicker sections to dry so you can transport or finish can be frustrating. Traditional oil paints, by nature, are incredibly slow. It can sometimes take months for thick paint to dry—a process called oxidizing when it chemically combines with oxygen. Have you ever wished there was a way to speed it up? Lucky for you, there is!

Alkyd oil paints are here to help you speed up the process, whether to ensure an art project is finished in time, help you transport a painting quicker, or ease the frustration of waiting. Alkyd oils are made with a modified version of the same oils used in traditional oil paints (such as linseed or safflower oil) and can be used interchangeably with conventional oils and their related products, such as turpentine, mineral spirits, and varnishes. Additionally, cleanup remains the same for alkyd oil paints for traditional oils.

Alkyd oil paints are excellent for establishing an imprimatur or grisaille. Unlike traditional oils, where each layer can take days, alkyds can dry within 18-24 hours and apply a new layer within the next day. A painting that could have taken months with traditional oil paints can be painted quicker and layered easier with alkyd oils.

Featured here are the brands of alkyd oils that are professional-grade and highly praised by world-renown and beginner artists alike for their exceptional pigment quality and rich, vibrant colors. Da Vinci, Gamblin, and Winsor & Newton have remained some of the most trusted brands due to consistent, high-quality products, and Cheap Joe's is proud to provide these brands at a lower cost. We're dedicated to encouraging and supporting artists all over, which is why we work hard to buy direct as much as possible, keeping our prices competitive and budget-friendly.

When you shop with Cheap Joe's, shop confidently, knowing that you'll enjoy the best art supplies found anywhere, as well as our 365 return policy should you need it. Questions about our alkyd oil paints or any of our art supplies? Please feel free to contact us today. It would be our pleasure to help.