In Belgium, the cool climate shades delicate blue blooms. The rolling fields give way to calm, breathless waters. There, the soil is the heritage. The passion is apparent in the farmers who tend the secret to growing the finest textile in the world.
For hundreds of years, the flax produced in this small corner of Northern Europe has been prized for its exceptional strength. Belgian linen canvas rolls were shipped the world over. Its rich texture is unparalleled, lending vibrancy to masterworks’ fine detail. The captivating luster of its fibers has long made it the Belgian linen artist canvas of choice.
Trusted by the likes of Monet, Vermeer, and Rembrandt, Belgian Linen canvas for painting truly is the canvas of masterpieces.
| Pure Belgian linen canvas roll |
| The unique linear weave of Belgian Linen stretched canvas allows for surprising detail and realistic brush strokes |
| Certified by an independent third party for 100+ years display life when paired with Timeless or Glamour 2 |
| Reflect your art accurately under any lighting conditions OBA-free and acid free for a color stable canvas that will never "burn-out" |
| Sustainably grown to the most exacting international standards for water and pesticide use Every roll of Belgian Linen artist canvas can be traced back to it's farm of origin |
Base Composition | Sustainably Farmed Belgian Linen |
Texture | Rustic Fine |
Finish | Matte |
OBA Content | None |
Weight | 425 GSM |
Caliper | 18 mils |
Opacity | 98.5% |
CIE L*a*b* (F7/2) | L* 98.3 / a* -0.60 / b* 0.70 |
Gloss Level | 2 GU |
Core Diameter | 44"-wide and smaller: 2" Padded Core |
Learn more about how to best use this stretched linen canvas for painting. You can also explore our artist tips for painting on Belgian linen stretched canvas.
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Belgian linen canvas rolls can be used for every kind of painting project, including acrylic painting, oil painting, and more.
Belgian canvas adds an extra dimension to your art, with lustrous linen fibers that truly make paint shine. Its natural weaved finish is matte, making it the perfect backdrop for everything from pointalism to impressionist recreations.
It is also notably strong, meaning you can relocate your pre stretched artwork without worry.
Our Belgian linen canvas rolls are available in rolls from 24 inches all the way up to 64 inches. We also offer a trial linen canvas roll at 17” x 10’.
Painting on linen canvas is easy with the right tools. Browse our wide collection of materials that are designed to work with our Belgian linen canvas, including oil paints, stretcher bars, oil primer, and more.
Whether you are a working artist or simply a hobbyist, rely on Breathing Color. We offer a wide variety of stretched linen canvas for painting. Our unparalleled collection of Belgian canvas supplies are what your creativity yearns for.
