Americana Additions®
Take your Americana Acrylics to the next level with Americana Additions! With just a simple mix-in, you can turn your favorite paints into a custom stain, marker fluid, or heavy-bodied acrylic. No extra colors needed—just unlock new possibilities with what you already have!
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Americana Additions® Make It Stain™ – The Perfect Stain, Every Time
Take control of your stain color with Americana Additions® Make It Stain™! This innovative formula transforms any Americana Acrylics™ color into a high-performance gel stain, allowing the natural beauty of wood to shine through. Whether you're enhancing furniture, home décor, or craft projects, enjoy endless color possibilities with ease.
Why You'll Love It:
- Endless Color Options – Mix with any Americana Acrylics™ color for a custom stain.
- Adjustable Transparency – Easily adjust the transparency to your liking. A 1:1 mix ratio is suggested, but adding more or less "Make It Stain" will create a look that is uniquely yours.
- No-Drip Gel Formula – Our gel formula won’t run or drip like traditional stains. It glides on smoothly and evenly, making your projects less messy and visually stunning
- Dries at the Right Speed – Faster than traditional stains but gives you time to perfect the look.
- Versatile & Unique – Unlike regular stains, the resulting gel stain can be applied over acrylic-painted surfaces. Use it with a graining tool to create the look of wood grain even on non-wood surfaces!
- Safe & Low Odor – Perfect for indoor projects with no strong odor, easy soap-and-water clean up
How to Use:
- Mix with acrylic paint (1:1 ratio recommended).
- Apply with a brush, sponge, or soft cloth.
- Wipe back with a soft lint-free cloth
- Add a second coat for more intensity
- Let dry completely before sealing with a varnish
Americana Additions® Make It Thick™ – Transform Your Paint, Elevate Your Art
Take your acrylic painting to the next level with Americana Additions® Make It Thick™. This innovative formula instantly turns any Americana Acrylics™ color into a creamy, thick-bodied paint, perfect for adding depth, texture, and dimension to your artwork. Whether you're creating bold impasto effects, layering for added dimension, or working with stencils, this is the tool you need to make your art stand out.
Why You'll Love It:A Little Goes a Long Way – One 2 oz bottle thickens up to 16 oz of Americana Acrylic paint.
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Optimized for Americana Acrylics™ – Designed for smooth blending and flawless results.
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Preserves Color & Finish – Keeps colors vibrant with the same beloved matte finish.
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Flexible & Durable – Thickened paint stays flexible and won’t crack over time.
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Intermixable – Works just like any heavy-bodied acrylic or texture medium.
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Versatile Application – Perfect for canvas, wood, terracotta, paper, stencils, and more. Great for use with stencils or any indoor project.
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Effortless to Use – Simply mix, wait, and paint—no complicated steps required.
How to use:
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Mix 1 part Make It Thick™ (about 40-60 drops) into 8 parts Americana Acrylics™ (about 1 oz).
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Let sit for 20 minutes as the magic happens!
- Start painting! The paint may continue thickening slightly over 24 hours but is ready to use immediately.
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Drying time varies based on thickness, but it should be dry to the touch within 24 hours.
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If varnishing, we recommend allowing piece to cure for up to 3 weeks before applying.
- Cleanup is easy—just use soap and water while wet. Dries permanent.
Americana Additions® Make It Stain™ – Ensure the perfect stain color every time
Americana Additions® Make It Stain™ transforms any Americana Acrylics color into a high-performance gel stain that allows the beauty of the wood underneath to shine through - the ultimate solution for adding vibrant color to your woodworking projects. Let your creativity come to life with endless color options!
Key Features:
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Endless Color Options – Create any color stain you can imagine with Americana Acrylics™ and Americana Additions Make It Stain™.
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Customizable Transparency – Easily adjust the transparency to your liking with a simple 1:1 mix ratio. Add more or less "Make It Stain" for a look that's uniquely yours.
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Optimized Formula – Designed to complement Americana Acrylics™ for flawless results.
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Mess-Free Application – Our gel formula won't run or drip like traditional stains. It glides on smoothly and evenly, making your projects less messy and visually stunning!
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Quick-Drying, but Not Too Quick – "Make It Stain" dries faster than standard stains, but still allows ample time to apply and wipe back for optimal control.
- Versatile Use – Unlike regular stains, the resulting gel stain can be applied over acrylic-painted surfaces. Use it with a graining tool to create the look of wood grain even on non-wood surfaces!
- Safe – Enjoy peace of mind with a product that has no strong odor and is certified safe for sue in enclosed areas.
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Easy Cleanup – Cleans up with soap and water while wet.
How to use:
- Mix into acrylic paint at a 1:1 ratio.
- Apply with a soft cloth, brush or sponge.
- Wipe back with a soft lint-free cloth.
- A second coat can be added for intensity.
- Allow to dry fully before varnishing.
- Low odor. Safe for use in enclosed areas.
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Cleanup with soap and water while wet. Dries permanent.
Americana Additions® Marker Maker™ – Transform Your Acrylics into Smooth, Flowing Ink with Americana Additions® Marker Maker™
Americana Additions® Marker Maker™ allows you to turn any color of Americana Acrylics ™ into a fluid, ink-like consistency-perfect for a variety of creative projects. Whether you're filling acrylic markers, achieving beautiful blended brush effects, or crafting stunning dip pen calligraphy, this product enhances your artwork with ease and precision. Custom-tailor your markers to suit any project, and achieve professional-quality results every time.
Key Features:
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Customizable Ink for Markers – Mix with Americana Acrylics™ to create a smooth, ink-like consistency ideal for filling acrylic markers.
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Versatile Applications – Use for stunning blended effects with a brush, or perfect your dip pen calligraphy with smooth, even flow.
- Optimized Formula – Designed to complement Americana Acrylics ™ for flawless results
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Water-Based & Low Odor – Enjoy a clean and pleasant experience with no strong odors, and easily clean up with soap and water.
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Permanent Finish – Once dry, your artwork is permanent and resistant to smudging.
- Perfect for Markers & More – One 2oz bottle can fill 10-12 average sized markers, making it a cost-effective choice for your creative needs.
- Easy-to-Use – Simply mix in a 1:1 ratio with Americana Acrylics ™ (adjust for desired flow and opacity) to create the perfect ink for your markers, dip pens, or brushes
How to use:
- Mix a 1:1 ratio of Americana Acrylics ™ to Marker Maker ™ (adjust for desired flow and opacity).
- Fill your acrylic pump markers, dip pens, or create blended effects with a brush.
- Clean up easily with soap and water while wet. Dries permanent.
