ARTME Metallic Acrylic Paints — 6 Metallic Shades in 4 oz Bottles

Reader reviews

1. C cloudtopper 4/5

   Generous bottles with secure seals

   I chose this set for experimenting with metal-look finishes. The 4 oz size is much more useful than tiny bottles. At first the lids felt loose, but each bottle had a hermetic seal under the cap. There’s no foam liner, so re-close carefully to avoid drying. Most hues have a slight whitish tint in the bottle, likely to boost brightness.

2. J Janet L Pabon Fox 4/5

   Attractive color range

   Nice, vivid colors and easy to apply. Simple and effective for small projects.

3. B Bren 5/5

   Excellent metallic coverage and rich shine

   I often struggled with metallics that needed many coats, but these covered very well. I tested them on sealed wood and used two coats for most colors; Copper, Brass, Gold and Bronze were almost opaque in one. Pearl White and Silver needed the extra layer for depth. The texture is creamy and applies smoothly; containers were sealed tightly on arrival.

4. C christine g 5/5

   Solid set — lots of paint and good reflectivity

   These are thinner than tube artist paints but flow beautifully and blend well. On watercolor paper a single brush stroke showed around 60% opacity; wood needed two coats. Hues are true and not color-shifted. Finish is near glossy after layering and reflects light nicely. Plenty of paint in jars, and the packaging is user-friendly.

5. S Sofía Jolie 5/5

   Real metallic finish, not dull or chalky

   Many metallics go flat when dry but these keep their shine, especially gold and bronze. Coverage is good on light surfaces; darker backgrounds usually need two coats. The mix is smooth and not gritty, and it adheres well to wood, canvas and ceramics. Non-toxic formula is a plus for projects around kids.

6. A Arsen 5/5

   Useful palette and ample bottle sizes

   The six colors cover common metallic needs and 4 oz bottles give plenty to work with. They spread evenly for a pleasing metallic sheen; some shades require two thin coats for even depth. Pigments settle, so mix well before use. Works best on cleaned and primed surfaces and mixes easily to create intermediate tones.

7. C Coyote Two Cats 5/5

   Nice pigments and usable on fabric and shells

   This six-pack is easy to handle and good for painting bags, fabric details, and seashells. Expect two coats for the richest effect; the paint is already fluid so thinning isn’t necessary unless you want a wash. Cleans up with soap and water, dries quickly, and handles like other craft acrylics. I did find one bottle where the vacuum seal had been compromised.

8. L Laura L. Hillman 5/5

   Great for accents, less for full canvas work

   I tried these on canvas for an abstract scene and the paints worked better as highlights than for full coverage. The colors are lovely and shimmery; the fluid consistency spreads easily and the shimmer stays suspended. No strong odor and brushes rinse clean, though it takes extra rinsing to remove the metallic sheen. They don’t mix well with thick modeling pastes.