Fredrix acrylic artists gesso is a professional-grade, acrylic titanium primer made from the finest raw materials available. Since one coat is all you need for excellent coverage, Fredrix art gesso is an excellent value for all levels of artists. Extremely smooth, acid-free formula is easy to apply and dries to a flexible finish that's highly resistant to cracking or peeling. Fredrix premium gesso may be used to prime any non-oily surface such as canvas, hardwood, plywood, paperboard, dry plaster, masonry, concrete, Masonite, and other hardboards.