Why Crafters and Artists Choose Amsterdam Acrylics
The quality starts with the pigments. Amsterdam Standard Acrylic Paints use high-quality, lightfast pigments and a 100% acrylic resin binder, which means the colour you mix on day one is the colour you'll still see on the canvas years later. That lightfastness matters if you're creating work intended to last, such as for gallery pieces, commissions, or anything that'll hang somewhere it gets natural light.
The paint itself has a medium viscosity, giving you smooth application while still holding texture and visible brushstrokes when you want them. That balance is part of why Amsterdam works so well across techniques, as you can use it straight from the tube for bold, textured impasto work, or thin it with water or an acrylic medium for washes and fine detail.
It's also versatile in terms of surface. Amsterdam paints in Australia adhere to canvas, paper, wood, cardboard, stone, and cement, so you're not limited to one type of project; the same range works for fine art, mixed media, home décor, and craft applications alike.
Amsterdam Acrylic Paint Sizes and Finishes
We stock Amsterdam Acrylic Paints in 120ml tubes, ideal for building a varied palette without overcommitting to colours you might use sparingly. We also stock 500ml tubes for the shades you reach for constantly, like titanium white, black, or your go-to base colours. Buying larger sizes in your most-used hues is a smart way to keep costs down if you paint regularly.
Beyond the standard range, Amsterdam also offers specialty finishes including pearl and metallic tones, which add shimmer and depth that standard matte colours can't replicate. These are popular for adding highlights, decorative accents, or a touch of shine to mixed media and craft projects.
Practical Features Worth Knowing
A few details make Amsterdam acrylics easier to paint with. The formula is non-toxic and odourless, becoming waterproof and permanent once dry; handy if you're working indoors or with kids nearby. Thin layers dry within around half an hour, so you're not waiting around between sessions, and clean-up is simple with water while the paint is still wet.
If you're working on a wall mural or a feature piece that needs to handle the elements, it's worth noting that Amsterdam acrylics are alkali-resistant, which is part of why they hold up well on surfaces like cement and stone.
Build Out Your Painting Kit
Amsterdam Acrylic Paints are a strong foundation, but a few extras will round out your setup nicely. Browse our wider range of acrylic paints if you want to compare brands, or check out paint pens for fine detail and lettering work that's harder to achieve with a brush.
If you work across mediums, our watercolour paints and gouache paint ranges are worth exploring too. Plus, no painting kit is complete without a solid set of paint brushes to match your technique, from fine detail work through to broad textured strokes.
Shop Amsterdam Paints Australia-Wide at CraftOnline
CraftOnline is one of Australia's largest online art and craft shops, stocking over 700 brands and 50,000 products across every category. Whether you're restocking your go-to colours or building a palette from scratch, you'll find Amsterdam Acrylic Paint and everything else you need for your next piece right here.
Free shipping on orders over a certain amount and great everyday prices. Browse the full Amsterdam range, or explore the rest of our art and craft shop to find your next favourite supply.
