PrimaTone Mars Black – Fast-Drying Opaque Iron Oxide Black Oil-Alkyd Paint

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PrimaTone Mars Black

PrimaTone Mars Black Fast-Drying Oil-Alkyd Paint for Professional Results

PrimaTone Mars Black is a dense, cool black formulated with synthetic iron oxide (PBk11), also known as magnetic black or ferric oxide. Valued for its exceptional opacity and high tinting strength, Mars Black is an ideal all-purpose black that offers a slightly cooler undertone when mixed with Titanium White, making it a versatile tool in monochromatic studies and chromatic neutralization.

Ground in a durable oil-modified alkyd binder, PrimaTone Mars Black dries evenly to a matte or semi-gloss finish within 18 to 24 hours. This fast drying time allows artists to proceed quickly with layering, overpainting, or varnishing while still retaining the control and handling qualities of traditional oil paints.

With superior coverage and minimal oil separation, this pigment is especially useful for:

• Underpainting and grisaille

• High-contrast value studies

• Neutralizing high-chroma mixtures

• Plein air painting, where quick drying is needed

• Impasto and knife painting

PrimaTone—Fast-Drying Oil-Alkyd Paints

PrimaTone paints deliver the trusted characteristics of traditional oils with the added benefit of accelerated drying. Colors are touch-dry in 18–24 hours and ready for varnishing in approximately 30 days. With a working time of 4 to 8 hours, artists can refine and blend with ease before the paint sets.

All PrimaTone colors dry uniformly to a matte to semi-gloss surface, making them ideal for both foundational layers and final applications. The combination of lightfast pigments and a resilient alkyd binder ensures a long-lasting paint film. Compatible with traditional oil mediums and easily cleaned with mineral spirits, PrimaTone offers a practical solution for artists seeking speed without compromise.