By itself, it has the look of a crushed pearl. It can be mixed with transparent pigments like Ultramarines or Phthaloes to make beautiful iridescent colours.
Pigment Composition: PW20-Mica -Iridescent Pearl
By itself, it has the look of a crushed pearl. It can be mixed with transparent pigments like Ultramarines or Phthaloes to make beautiful iridescent colours.
Pigment Composition: PW20-Mica -Iridescent Pearl
Classification: Synthetic Inorganic
Chemical Composition: Aluminum silicate
Properties
An off-white pigment with complex reflective effects, mica is often used with transparent pigments to create mixed pigments with interference and pearlescent effects.
Permanence
Mica is permanent and lightfast.
Toxicity
Although it is entirely non-toxic and not bio-reactive, fine particles may be irritating. This is of concern primarily for those exposed occupationally to dry mica powder. Breathing mica particles may cause lung fibrosis and pneumoconiosis.
History
Mica has been used as a pigment since prehistoric times.
Size | 38 ml |
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Brand | R&F Encaustic Handmade Paints |
Country of Manufacture | United States |
Type of Store Credit value | Select |
Country of Origin | 836943005969 |