As the name suggests, the binder’s main role is to “bind” the pigment particles into a homogeneous mixture (acrylic paint), adhere them to the painting surface, and seal them into a thin, durable film. In practice, the binder is paint without any added color.
The Amsterdam binder is a gel-like acrylic polymer that is milky in color but dries clear; it is water-resistant and flexible, and does not change color over time. As a base ingredient, it has various applications:
- When mixed with dry powdered pigment, acrylic paints can be made at home in colors and formulations tailored to the artist’s specific needs.
- Thanks to its insulating properties, the medium can be used as a sealer for porous surfaces such as paper, cardboard, wood, unglazed ceramics or clay, Styrofoam, walls, or as a first coat before applying primer.
- It also works for mixed media —for paper collages or decoupage—where you apply a thin layer of it, then glue the piece of paper in place and seal it with another layer of your choice.
The medium in the container is ready to use, but it can be diluted with a little water if necessary.








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