Powder Pigments Color: Red Ochre RFLES

RFLES Red Ochre is a 100% natural powdered pigment, extracted from the quarries of Vaucluse and renowned for its finesse and high iron oxide content. Its chromatic richness and exceptional coverage make it an essential choice for vibrant and durable artistic and decorative projects.

Uses

• Visual arts : Fine arts, frescoes, glazing, painting.

• Decoration : Limewash, coatings, waxes, plasters, cements.

• Specific applications : Swedish paint, ceramics, cosmetics (subject to appropriate documentation).

Preparation and mixing

• Linseed Oil : Dissolve the powder in a small amount of turpentine before incorporating it into the oil for a smooth texture.

• Water-based paint or lime paste : Dilute the pigment in a little water to obtain a fluid consistency before adding it to the preparation.

• Powdered lime, cement, plaster : Add directly up to 10% of the binder weight, mixing thoroughly for even coloring.

• Artistic paint : Grind finely in a mortar before mixing with the binder for optimal results.

Dosage

• Recommendation : Maximum 10% of the binder weight. Beyond this, use fixatives or additives (particularly for lime).

• Example : In a lime wash (Badisof Plus type), incorporate 50 g of pigment per kg (5%) for a subtle tint, or 200 g per kg (20%) for a more intense effect.

Colors

Highly opaque orange-red brown with a transparent binder. Slightly pinkish salmon with a white binder.

Advice

• Lightening : To soften the shade, mix with Tiona White before incorporating into a transparent binder (linseed oil, wax, acrylic binder).

• Variable rendering : The final color may vary depending on the titanium dioxide (white pigment) content in the base used.

Origin and composition

• Production : Produced in France, in the Vaucluse region, this 100% natural pigment is obtained by cooking JFLES yellow ochre, renowned for its finesse and richness in iron oxide.

• History : From the Gargas quarries, RFLES Red Ochre, also called “dark red ochre” or “Vaucluse red ochre”, is created by a firing process which intensifies its warm and deep hue, perfect for traditional and modern applications.

Benefits

• 100% natural, ideal for eco-responsible projects.

• Exceptional coverage thanks to its high iron oxide content.

• Warm and versatile shade, perfect for Mediterranean art and decor.

Incorporate RFLES Red Ochre into your creations for rich, warm shades, ideal for vibrant works of art or authentic decorative finishes!