A properly made stretched canvas at a genuinely accessible price. The Seawhite 3.8cm deep edge canvas is the workhorse of the range — quadruple primed, 100% cotton, heavyweight at 380gsm, and ready to paint on straight from the packaging. No additional priming required, no preparation, no delay. Just open it and start painting.
The 3.8cm deep edge is the defining practical quality. Where a standard depth canvas produces a painting that needs framing to look finished, the deep edge gives the canvas a presence and weight on the wall that allows it to be displayed without a frame — the depth of the reveal is sufficient that the canvas becomes its own frame, a clean, contemporary presentation that suits the way most people display paintings today. For painters who sell or exhibit work, the deep edge also removes the cost and complexity of framing from the equation entirely.
The canvas itself is 380gsm 100% cotton — a heavyweight construction that gives a good, even tooth for oil and acrylic paint without excessive absorbency. The quadruple gesso priming seals the canvas fibres thoroughly, protecting them from the oxidising effect of oil paint over time and giving a consistent, ready-to-paint surface across the whole canvas. The acid-free construction means the canvas will not yellow or deteriorate — an important quality for any work intended to last. Each canvas is pre-stretched over quality profiled frames with no side staples, giving completely clean edges on all four sides.
We stock individual canvases in eight sizes: 15x15cm, 30x30cm, 50x50cm, 60x60cm, 60x80cm, A4, A2, and A1 — covering everything from small studies and works on paper through to substantial paintings. The square formats suit artists who prefer to work outside the conventional portrait and landscape proportions.
Canvas weight: 380gsm Depth: 3.8cm Material: 100% cotton, acid-free Priming: Quadruple gesso primed Construction: Pre-stretched, no side staples, clean edges Media: Oil and acrylic
Does a deep edge canvas need framing? No — the 3.8cm depth gives the canvas enough presence on the wall to be displayed without a frame. Many painters choose to paint the edges of the canvas to match or complement the front, creating a fully finished, frameless presentation. Standard framing can also be applied if preferred.
Does it need additional priming before use? No — the quadruple gesso priming means it is ready to paint on immediately. Additional gesso can be applied if a smoother or more absorbent ground is preferred, but it is not necessary.
Is it suitable for oils and acrylics? Yes — the quadruple priming and 100% cotton construction make it suitable for both oil and acrylic paint. The priming protects the canvas fibres from the oxidising effect of oil paint, which is essential for the long-term stability of oil paintings on canvas.
Can the edges be painted? Yes — with no side staples, all four edges are completely clean and can be painted as part of the finished work. This is a common approach with deep edge canvases to create a fully finished appearance without framing.
Are wooden keys included? Yes — wooden keys are included with each canvas. These are small wooden wedges that can be tapped into the corners of the stretcher frame to re-tension the canvas if it slackens over time.
