It is extracted as an exudation from trees and is then solidified. Once solidified, the resin appears as pale ivory-yellow granules, soft and brittle, with a distinctive odor.
In restoration and art, damar resin is used to prepare final varnishes for paintings, that is, as a protective varnish against wear and discoloration due to time.It is also commercially available mixed (from 20 to 30-40% damar) with turpentine, linseed oil, alcohols, and other hydrocarbon-based solvents. The resulting mixture is marketed as "damar varnish," which has a slightly caramelized texture.
Damar Gum
It is obtained as an exudation from trees and is allowed to solidify. Once solidified, the resin has the appearance of pale ivory yellow granules, soft and crumbly, with a characteristic odor.
In restoration and art, damar resin is used to prepare final varnishes for paintings, that is, as a protective varnish against wear and discoloration due to time.On the market it is also found mixed (from 20 to 30-40% of damar) with turpentine, linseed oil, alcohols and other hydrocarbon-based solvents. The mixture thus obtained is marketed under the name "Damar paint", which has a slightly caramelized structure.
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