Gamblin Poly Vinyl Acetate (PVA)
Product information "Gamblin Poly Vinyl Acetate (PVA)"
Product information "Gamblin Poly Vinyl Acetate (PVA)"
PVA glue is diluted with distilled water and is a contemporary fabric support glue. Conservation scientists recommend that painters use neutral pH PVA glue on linen and canvas instead of rabbit skin glue.
PVA forms a well-sized layer that seals the fabric, but does not reabsorb moisture in the air and does not swell and shrink as rabbit skin glue does. There are hundreds of different PVA formulas. We acknowledge and appreciate the research from the Canadian Conservation Institute that helps painters and restorers determine the best PVA to use. Gamblin PVA Size is made from PVA that has a neutral pH and does not yellow. It also maintains its flexibility and does not emit harmful volatiles.
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