When you buy canvas for your artwork, the manufacturer’s reputation means everything. You already have read that Signature canvas has a beautiful acrylic primed linen surface. Now consider the same type of fabric from Claessens Belgian linen, a trusted source for serious artists who require the high performance of a linen canvas.
Victor Claessens founded the family-operated company in 1906 to produce unrivaled artist canvas. More than a century later, the descendants of the founder continue to carry on the proud family tradition of artistic excellence in the original buildings in Waregem, Belgium. The family has succeeded in maintaining a small, intimate approach to linen production, guaranteeing a premium quality canvas to artists worldwide. The quality fabric gives you superior texture and refined appearance to perfectly showcase your art.
Oil primed linen can only be used with oil paint where acrylic primed canvas is suitable for both oil and acrylic paint. For this type of canvas, a combination of Zinc White, Titanium White and linseed oil are used in the coating process. Acrylic primed linen is coated with Titanium White and a PVA synthetic glue.
Claessens Belgian linen is the highest quality found anywhere the world. Order today in canvas rolls or let Signature Canvas pre-stretch this beautiful product for you in the size and surface you need.
Whether you prefer to stretch your canvas yourself or would rather purchase pre-stretched, Signature Canvas can accommodate you. This Belgian oil primed linen, available expertly stretched over a frame and ready for painting or sold by the yard, makes the most of your dedicated efforts. This is a canvas ideal for the professional artist, with a a flawless surface and consistently beautiful results.
If acrylics are your preferred media, you can use two different linen surfaces for your work. Claessens linen is available in 166 medium acrylic weave and comes with the security of 100 years of artistic tradition. Our Signature acrylic primed linen is an exceptional and unique painting surface for a very reasonable price. Either way, what you order from Signature Canvas delivers.
