I’ve whined before about the jars RGH uses for its paint. They’re useless–worse than useless. They don’t seal properly so unless you use the paint straightaway, it’s wasted. I lost one half of a 250ml jar this way. Even spraying water over the paint failed to preserve it.
The jars nullify an otherwise brilliant strategy. RGH offers the all-import lead white in a variety of sizes and binders. As far as I know, RGH is the only supplier that allows customers to select the binder–cold-press linseed, walnut, refined linseed, and others. Their prices are good too. But the jars make it moot and transform an instant buy into an avoid.
I notice that RGH now offers a 125ml tube of white, but the tube is priced at the same price as a 250ml jar! At this price, the tubbed white is not a bargin.
Hey there! Wondering if you’ve ever just floated oil on top to prevent a film? I’d think that would work? Just placed my first order of RGH. Does your cremnitz white dry to touch quickly other brands? While doing research I found an artist complaining about it drying too slowly so I’ve been curious.
The solution I’ve found is to put a smidge of oil of cloves on a piece of cheesecloth and affix it to the lid. Problem solved. A reader suggested this solution. Other than this one issue, I’ve had no problems. In my recent order, I noticed that RGH has also improved their tubes. I am currently painting with RGH cremnitz white.