Ratings
| Lightfastness | II | Very Good Blue wool 6. The pigment will remain unchanged for 50 to 100 years of light exposure with proper mounting and display. (Suitable for artistic use.) |
|---|---|---|
| Transparency | S/T | Semi-Transparent Semi-Transparent |
| Staining | 4 | High-Staining Difficult to lift once dry. |
| Granulation | N | Non-Granulating Pigment particles are smooth and even. |
Manufacturer Description
Darker and more staining than Alizarin Crimson, and vastly superior in permanence, Carmine is also redder. This staining pigment, rich and intense, will retain its luminosity in dark passages, but will dilute to produce subtle tones without reducing its permanence. Darkest of the reds, Carmine will help you achieve clear neutrals when mixed with its complement, Phthalo Green.