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Amsterdam Standard Series Acrylic Paint Primary Set 6x20ml

Amsterdam Standard Series Acrylic Paint Primary Set 6x20ml

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$22.59at StaplesChecked Nov 8

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $22.59 at Staples on Nov 8.
  • Checked at 2 stores.

Our take on the Amsterdam Standard Series Acrylic Paint Primary Set 6x20ml

A six-tube starter set of Amsterdam Standard Series acrylics in the primary mixing colors, 20 ml each. The paint is a smooth, buttery acrylic with strong pigment load for its class, and the tubes are large enough to mix a full palette from red, yellow, blue, black and white. It suits beginners, students and hobby painters who want one box to learn color mixing, and it sits below the company's Expert line in pigment concentration but above most student-grade sets in handling. Reviewers generally find it a dependable, affordable way into acrylics.

Best forBeginners learning color mixingStudents and art classesHobby and craft paintersAnyone wanting a compact starter palette
Pros
  • Six 20 ml tubes cover the primaries plus black and white
  • Smooth, creamy consistency that holds brush marks
  • Strong pigment load for a student-grade line
  • Water-based and easy to clean up
  • Mixable into a wide range of secondary colors
Cons
  • Only primaries, so no greens, earths or convenience colors
  • Some colors lose strength when heavily diluted
  • 20 ml tubes run out quickly for large canvases
  • Not as lightfast or as highly pigmented as artist-grade acrylics

Amsterdam Standard Series Acrylic Paint Primary Set 6x20ml prices at every store

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    $22.59+ $9.95 shippingChecked Nov 8
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    $23.99+ $9.99 shippingChecked Nov 8
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Amsterdam Standard Series Acrylic Paint Primary Set 6x20ml price history

Lowest price we've seen: $22.59 on Nov 9 at Staples. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Reviewers rate the set as a solid, affordable introduction to acrylics, praising the smooth texture and mixing behavior. Complaints center on the limited color range and on how fast the small tubes are used up.

What people mention
  • ConsistencyPraisedPainters describe the paint as smooth and creamy, easy to spread and blend.
  • Pigment strengthPraisedUsers say the colors are more saturated than expected from a student line.
  • Color rangeCriticisedBuyers note the set lacks greens and earth colors, so extra tubes are needed.
  • Tube sizeCriticisedSome owners say the 20 ml tubes run out fast on larger paintings.
  • MixingPraisedReviewers report the primaries mix into clean oranges, greens and purples.

Specifications

Weight (oz)
6.7Source
Color
MulticolorSource
Features
Water BasedSource
Volume (fl oz)
0.7Source

Questions and answers

Is this set good for a complete beginner?
Yes. It gives the primaries plus black and white, enough to learn mixing without buying many tubes. The paint is forgiving and cleans up with water.
How does it compare with Amsterdam Expert acrylics?
Standard Series uses less pigment and fewer lightfast pigments than the Expert line. It is easier to work with and better suited to practice and craft work than to archival fine art.
Can I paint on canvas straight from the tube?
Yes. The paint is thick enough to use undiluted, and it can be thinned with water or medium for washes and glazes.
What colors are in the box?
The set contains the primary colors plus black and white, six 20 ml tubes in total. Exact color names follow Amsterdam's standard primary selection.
Do I need to buy other colors?
For landscapes and portraits you will likely want greens and earth tones. The set works as a base palette, not a full one.
Is it safe for children?
It is a water-based acrylic intended for general art use. Check the tube labels for age guidance and avoid ingestion.
Where is the Amsterdam Standard Series Acrylic Paint Primary Set 6x20ml cheapest?
At Staples, for $22.59, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Amsterdam Standard Series Acrylic Paint Primary Set 6x20ml?
2 stores we checked sell it, including Staples, Michaels.

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