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What is Retarder

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asked Aug 1, 2013 in Art Glossary

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Retarder is a medium added to paint to increase the time it takes to dry. It is formulated to slow (retard) drying. Retarder can be particularly useful with acrylic paints, to increase the working time you have before the paint dries.

answered Aug 1, 2013