--- product_id: 2208884 title: "R&F Encaustic Gesso Quart" brand: "r&f" price: "€ 121.33" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "R&F" url: https://www.desertcart.it/products/2208884-r-and-f-encaustic-gesso-quart store_origin: IT region: Italy --- # Fast-drying with minimal wait time Water-based formula for easy use Proudly made in the USA R&F Encaustic Gesso Quart **Brand:** r&f **Price:** € 121.33 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎨 Elevate your encaustic art with the gesso pros trust! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** R&F Encaustic Gesso Quart by r&f - **How much does it cost?** € 121.33 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.it](https://www.desertcart.it/products/2208884-r-and-f-encaustic-gesso-quart) ## Best For - r&f enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted r&f brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Fast-Dry Formula:** Spend less time waiting and more time creating with quick drying that keeps your workflow seamless. - • **Effortless Application:** Smooth, user-friendly gel that glides on with ease, perfect for busy creatives. - • **Archival Quality Ground:** Higher solid-to-binder ratio ensures a durable, highly absorbent base for encaustic paints. - • **Perfect Partner for Encaustics:** Specifically engineered to enhance adhesion and vibrancy when used with R&F oil pigment sticks. - • **Trusted American Craftsmanship:** Made in the USA with premium ingredients, supporting quality and sustainability. ## Overview R&F Encaustic Gesso Quart is a premium, water-based white ground designed specifically for encaustic painting. Featuring a high solid content for archival quality and fast drying properties, it creates a highly absorbent, matte surface that enhances paint adhesion and vibrancy. Made in the USA, this user-friendly gel is ideal for professional artists seeking reliable, long-lasting results with R&F’s encaustic mediums. ## Description R&F Encaustic Gesso Quart is a ready to use white ground specifically designed for encaustic painting. This gesso has a higher proportion of solid to binder, making it an archival, highly-absorbent ground. Review: Best used with R&F painting products. - Works wonders with the brands oil pigment sticks. Review: ... there for any encaustic supplies and R&F is the best. This gesso for one - There are only a few brands out there for any encaustic supplies and R&F is the best. This gesso for one..the price..I know.. you could scream but it is different from regular gesso for painting. A consolation is that it is long lasting..not sure why but it does go a long way. There is almost a sandy quality which you can feel when it is dry..I guess it helps the adhesion for the encaustic paint and medium to the wood. You wont find brand better or cheaper...go with the best ## Features - Water based and user friendly - Distinctly developed for use with encaustic paint - Easy to apply - Dries with little or no delay - Made in the USA ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0058U9KDK | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Best Sellers Rank | #279,177 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ( See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ) #5,622 in Art Paints | | Brand | R&F | | Brand Name | R&F | | Color | White | | Color Code | Not Available | | Container Type | Bottle | | Coverage | Medium | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 61 Reviews | | Finish Type | Matte | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00836943008113 | | Is Waterproof | False | | Item Form | Gel | | Item Type Name | Encaustic Gesso | | Item Volume | 1 quarts | | Item Weight | 3 pounds | | Manufacturer | R&F Handmade Paints | | Model Name | Encaustic Gesso | | Model Number | 811 | | Paint Type | Specialty | | Part Number | 811 | | Size | 32 Fl Oz (Pack of 1) | | Special Feature | Fast-Drying | | Special Features | Fast-Drying | | Specific Uses For Product | Interior/Exterior | | Surface Recommendation | Paper | | UPC | 836943008113 | | Unit Count | 32 Fluid Ounces | | Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant | ## Product Details - **Brand:** R&F - **Color:** White - **Finish Type:** Matte - **Item Volume:** 1 quarts - **Paint Type:** Specialty - **Size:** 32 Fl Oz (Pack of 1) - **Special Feature:** Fast-Drying - **Specific Uses For Product:** Interior/Exterior - **Surface Recommendation:** Paper - **Unit Count:** 32 Fluid Ounces ## Images ![R&F Encaustic Gesso Quart - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71-utmJktOL.jpg) ![R&F Encaustic Gesso Quart - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71UdvdWRTbL.jpg) ![R&F Encaustic Gesso Quart - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/710AaPjLWWL.jpg) ![R&F Encaustic Gesso Quart - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41n4ETl1+CL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best used with R&F painting products. *by J***B on June 24, 2026* Works wonders with the brands oil pigment sticks. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ... there for any encaustic supplies and R&F is the best. This gesso for one *by R***N on July 11, 2014* There are only a few brands out there for any encaustic supplies and R&F is the best. This gesso for one..the price..I know.. you could scream but it is different from regular gesso for painting. A consolation is that it is long lasting..not sure why but it does go a long way. There is almost a sandy quality which you can feel when it is dry..I guess it helps the adhesion for the encaustic paint and medium to the wood. You wont find brand better or cheaper...go with the best ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great products *by E***S on March 23, 2021* R & F produces the finest of encaustic mediums. I’ve been counting on them for years. To mention they also offer great videos for using their products. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.it/products/2208884-r-and-f-encaustic-gesso-quart](https://www.desertcart.it/products/2208884-r-and-f-encaustic-gesso-quart) --- *Product available on Desertcart Italy* *Store origin: IT* *Last updated: 2026-09-21*