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    What will thicken oil paint?
    Kelly Medford
    Professional Artist
    Kelly Medford is an American painter based in Rome, Italy. She studied classical painting, drawing and printmaking both in the U.S. and in Italy. She works primarily en plein air on the streets of Rome, and also travels for private international collectors on commission. She founded Sketching Rome Tours in 2012 where she teaches sketchbook journaling to visitors of Rome. Kelly is a graduate of the Florence Academy of Art.
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    Expert Answer
    You can always mix beeswax or impasto medium into the paint to help it thicken up.
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    Can I use hair gel products to thicken acrylic paint?
    Community Answer
    No.
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    Is there a way to change a semigloss finish to an eggshell finish?
    Community Answer
    If you lightly sand a glossy finish, it will look more matte. It may not be as durable since you are making it more porous as well, but if just the look is what you're going for, this will work.
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    How can I thin paint?
    Spookyneighbour
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    For water/latex based paint, you can thin the paint with water, but for oil based use turpentine or mineral spirits. Be careful, as these substances can be dangerous.
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    How do you get paper paint to thicken?
    Community Answer
    Buy some paint thinner, hold it (you must follow this step) upside down, instead of right side up, and pour. If you followed correctly, it will look like Baby Food.
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