--- product_id: 7513173 title: "Liquitex Professional Effects Medium, 473ml (16-oz), String Gel | Turns Paint into Viscous Consistency for Strings of Color, Dries to 3D Form w/ Wet-Look Shine, Increases Surface Gloss" brand: "liquitex" price: "R1099" currency: ZAR in_stock: true category: "Liquitex" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/7513173-liquitex-professional-effects-medium-473ml-16-oz-string-gel-turns store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Dries with glossy, 3D wet-look finish Enhances color depth & transparency Acrylic polymer gel for perfect viscosity Liquitex Professional Effects Medium, 473ml (16-oz), String Gel | Turns Paint into Viscous Consistency for Strings of Color, Dries to 3D Form w/ Wet-Look Shine, Increases Surface Gloss **Brand:** liquitex **Price:** R1099 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎨 Elevate your acrylics with glossy, stringy perfection β€” don’t just paint, sculpt your vision! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Liquitex Professional Effects Medium, 473ml (16-oz), String Gel | Turns Paint into Viscous Consistency for Strings of Color, Dries to 3D Form w/ Wet-Look Shine, Increases Surface Gloss by liquitex - **How much does it cost?** R1099 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/7513173-liquitex-professional-effects-medium-473ml-16-oz-string-gel-turns) ## Best For - liquitex enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted liquitex brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Glossy 3D Finish:** Achieve a professional wet-look shine that adds texture and dimension to every stroke. - β€’ **Self-Leveling Consistency:** Enjoy smooth, honey-like flow that effortlessly follows your brush for streaking effects that pop. - β€’ **Trusted Pro-Grade Formula:** Non-toxic, artist-approved medium ranked top 50 in art paints, perfect for serious creatives. - β€’ **Depth & Transparency Boost:** Amplify your paint’s vibrancy and translucence for richer, more dynamic visual effects. - β€’ **Viscous String Gel Mastery:** Create mesmerizing, flowing strings of color that elevate your acrylic art to gallery-worthy dimensions. ## Overview Liquitex Professional Effects Medium String Gel is a 16-oz acrylic polymer gel designed to transform paint into viscous, stringy flows that dry with a glossy, 3D finish. Ideal for artists seeking enhanced color depth, transparency, and dynamic texture, this self-leveling medium offers professional-grade quality trusted by creatives worldwide. ## Description A self leveling gel with honey-like consistency. Gently pouring yields a long, constant-flowing string of gel. Mix with acrylic color for interesting application affects, to enhance depth of color, and to increase transparency and flow. Mixed with acrylic color and brushed, color β€œfollows” the brush creating long streaking effects. WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including 2-Ethylhexyl acrylate, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. ## Features - A medium viscosity medium incorporating an acrylic polymer with a resinous, stringy consistency - Enhances depth of color - Increases transparency and flow ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B001URYJ3Q | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Best Sellers Rank | #952 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ( See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ) #40 in Art Paints | | Brand Name | Liquitex | | Color | String Gel | | Color Code | String Gel | | Container Type | Can | | Coverage | Full | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (356) | | Finish Type | Gloss | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00094376945881 | | Item Form | Liquid | | Item Type Name | Effects Medium | | Item Volume | 1.18 fluid ounces | | Item Weight | 12 ounces | | Manufacturer | ColArt Americas | | Model Name | Professional | | Model Number | 9116 | | Paint Type | Acrylic | | Part Number | 9116 | | Size | 16 Fl Oz (Pack of 1) | | Special Features | Non Toxic | | Specific Uses For Product | Interior | | Surface Recommendation | Paper | | UPC | 094376945874 094376945881 | | Unit Count | 16 Fluid Ounces | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Liquitex - **Color:** String Gel - **Finish Type:** Gloss - **Item Volume:** 1.18 fluid ounces - **Paint Type:** Acrylic - **Size:** 16 Fl Oz (Pack of 1) - **Special Feature:** Non Toxic - **Specific Uses For Product:** Interior - **Surface Recommendation:** Paper - **Unit Count:** 16 Fluid Ounces ## Images ![Liquitex Professional Effects Medium, 473ml (16-oz), String Gel | Turns Paint into Viscous Consistency for Strings of Color, Dries to 3D Form w/ Wet-Look Shine, Increases Surface Gloss - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71dgpz9yHSL.jpg) ![Liquitex Professional Effects Medium, 473ml (16-oz), String Gel | Turns Paint into Viscous Consistency for Strings of Color, Dries to 3D Form w/ Wet-Look Shine, Increases Surface Gloss - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71QUb708DqL.jpg) ![Liquitex Professional Effects Medium, 473ml (16-oz), String Gel | Turns Paint into Viscous Consistency for Strings of Color, Dries to 3D Form w/ Wet-Look Shine, Increases Surface Gloss - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/819AQMGrA9L.jpg) ![Liquitex Professional Effects Medium, 473ml (16-oz), String Gel | Turns Paint into Viscous Consistency for Strings of Color, Dries to 3D Form w/ Wet-Look Shine, Increases Surface Gloss - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/614+B0TgP1L.jpg) ![Liquitex Professional Effects Medium, 473ml (16-oz), String Gel | Turns Paint into Viscous Consistency for Strings of Color, Dries to 3D Form w/ Wet-Look Shine, Increases Surface Gloss - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81AUUwKxbmL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Size, Style** options. ## Frequently Bought Together - Liquitex Professional Effects Medium, 473ml (16-oz), String Gel - Liquitex Professional Gesso Surface Prep Medium, 473ml (16-oz), Clear - Liquitex Professional Gloss Gel Medium, 237ml (8-oz) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/7513173-liquitex-professional-effects-medium-473ml-16-oz-string-gel-turns](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/7513173-liquitex-professional-effects-medium-473ml-16-oz-string-gel-turns) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-08-14*