With over 100 years of experience in crafting the finest artist quality canvases, Claessens is recognised worldwide as a leader in the field. Each Claessens canvas undergoes a rigorous treatment and process to meet different requirements for artists.

First, all raw canvases are sized with a synthetic PVA glue. For oil primed canvases, the next step involves applying a primer of zinc white paint bound with linseed oil to the glued linen, by means of two knives. The canvas is then put into a drying room for three days where it air-dries naturally.

After this first initial drying time, the canvas is then sanded and a coating layer based on titanium white is applied to the canvas by means of two knives and a roller. The canvas is then placed in the drying room for another ten days.

Claessens' Oil Primed Canvases are suitable for oil paint.

Good quality canvas laminated onto a durable base. Coated with a high quality primer. Economical canvas choice. Thickness: 4mmGrain: Medium

Dalas' Gesso Primer is a creamy medium used to coat canvases before applying paint to improve the paints adhesion to the substrate. Gesso is a high end primer for artists, with a high solid content and a low latex content making it suitable for both acrylic and oil paint applications. Available in White and Black

Stretch Canvas 260 gsm (Thin Edge 20mm), made with Polyester Blend Canvas, Acid-Free, 20mm Frame Depth, Frames are Hand Made from Re-Manufactured Wood that will not Warp or Crack, Individually Stretched by Hand with Folded Corners, Mitred corners secured with Corner Blocks for Extra Strength, Bevelled Inner Edges ensure Canvas Surface does not touch the Frame, Multimedia Friendly, Can be used with or without a base coat or primer, Made in South Africa.

Our canvas pliers is the tool you need to easily stretch your canvas sheets over wooden frames and is easy to use. Stainless steel, with spring loaded tension handle mechanism.

Good quality, 100% cotton, 280 gsm pre-primed canvas. Supplied with wooden wedges to stretch the canvas in adverse weather conditions. Depth: 1. 8cmGrain: Medium

Good quality, 100% cotton, 280 gsm pre-primed canvas. Supplied with wooden wedges to stretch the canvas in adverse weather conditions. Depth: 1. 8cmGrain: Medium

Good quality, 100% cotton, 280 gsm pre-primed canvas. Supplied with wooden wedges to stretch the canvas in adverse weather conditions. Depth: 1. 8cmGrain: Medium

Good quality, 100% cotton, 280 gsm pre-primed canvas. Supplied with wooden wedges to stretch the canvas in adverse weather conditions. Depth: 1. 8cmGrain: Medium

Good quality, 100% cotton, 280 gsm pre-primed canvas. Supplied with wooden wedges to stretch the canvas in adverse weather conditions. Depth: 1. 8cmGrain: Medium

Good quality, 100% cotton, 280 gsm pre-primed canvas. Supplied with wooden wedges to stretch the canvas in adverse weather conditions. Depth: 1. 8cmGrain: Medium

Good quality, 100% cotton, 280 gsm pre-primed canvas. Supplied with wooden wedges to stretch the canvas in adverse weather conditions. Depth: 1. 8cmGrain: Medium

Good quality, 100% cotton, 280 gsm pre-primed canvas. Supplied with wooden wedges to stretch the canvas in adverse weather conditions. Depth: 1. 8cmGrain: Medium

Good quality, 100% cotton, 280 gsm pre-primed canvas. Supplied with wooden wedges to stretch the canvas in adverse weather conditions. Depth: 1. 8cmGrain: Medium

Good quality, 100% cotton, 280 gsm pre-primed canvas. Supplied with wooden wedges to stretch the canvas in adverse weather conditions. Depth: 1. 8cmGrain: Medium

Good quality, 100% cotton, 280 gsm pre-primed canvas. Supplied with wooden wedges to stretch the canvas in adverse weather conditions. Depth: 1. 8cmGrain: Medium

Good quality, 100% cotton, 280 gsm pre-primed canvas. Supplied with wooden wedges to stretch the canvas in adverse weather conditions. Depth: 1. 8cmGrain: Medium