Createx - Transparent Base

Transparent Base

16 oz. bottle
SKU: 43058
MPN: CX560116
16 oz. bottle
List: $12.47
$9.97
SAVE 20%
4 oz. bottle
SKU: 53969
MPN: CX560104
4 oz. bottle
List: $6.19
$4.95
SAVE 20%

Lighten any airbrush color without losing permanence or vibrancy

Lighten airbrush colors without washing them out. Createx Transparent Base extends pigments to softer values while maintaining color integrity and permanence, critical when you need subtle gradations or atmospheric effects without compromising your palette. Unlike simply thinning with water, which dilutes binder and weakens adhesion, this medium preserves the paint's structural properties while reducing opacity.

Add incrementally until you reach the exact transparency you're after. Small additions create gentle shifts in value; larger proportions produce translucent veils of color. The base works across Createx's airbrush paint lines, giving you consistent behavior whether you're working with opaques, transparents, or pearls. This predictability matters when building complex layers or matching specific color recipes across multiple projects.

Fabric artists gain a secondary benefit: apply Transparent Base as a top binder over painted textiles, then heat set for improved durability. The medium locks pigments to fibers while maintaining the fabric's hand. Whether you're creating delicate portrait transitions, atmospheric backgrounds, or custom textile designs, this base delivers control over transparency without sacrificing the working properties that make Createx reliable for production work.

PRODUCT INFORMATION

  • Extends airbrush colors to lighter values
  • Maintains color permanence when mixed
  • Add gradually for desired transparency
  • Works as fabric top binder
  • Heat-set for permanent fabric application
  • Compatible with Createx airbrush paints
Airbrushing

Airbrushing Purchase Guide

Airbrush Types

Siphon Feed Side Mount

Paint is drawn from a bottle mounted on the side. Best for larger areas and thicker paints. Ideal for automotive and model painting.

Gravity Feed Top Mount

Paint flows from a top-mounted cup. More efficient paint usage and better for fine detail work. Preferred by illustrators and artists.

Bottle Feed Bottom Mount

Large capacity bottles for extended painting sessions. Great for automotive and industrial applications.

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