The Story
A rich, earthy red made from 100% natural red clay soil composed of minerals and iron oxides. Formulated with PR101 (Synthetic Red Iron Oxide), Herculane Red offers excellent lightfastness and a semi-opaque finish. This fast-drying, non-toxic inorganic pigment is known for its stability, warmth, and suitability for underpainting or tonal foundations. Low in oil content with average tinting strength, it’s a dependable classic for serious painters.
| Color Index | PR101 |
| Drying Speed | Fast |
| Transparency | Semi-Opaque |
| Lightfastness | Excellent |
| Oil Content | Low |
| Tint Power | Average |
| Toxicity | Non-Toxic |
| ASTM D-4236 | ? |
Description
A rich, earthy red made from 100% natural red clay soil composed of minerals and iron oxides. Formulated with PR101 (Synthetic Red Iron Oxide), Herculane Red offers excellent lightfastness and a semi-opaque finish. This fast-drying, non-toxic inorganic pigment is known for its stability, warmth, and suitability for underpainting or tonal foundations. Low in oil content with average tinting strength, it’s a dependable classic for serious painters.
| Color Index | PR101 |
| Drying Speed | Fast |
| Transparency | Semi-Opaque |
| Lightfastness | Excellent |
| Oil Content | Low |
| Tint Power | Average |
| Toxicity | Non-Toxic |
| ASTM D-4236 | ? |
