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It begins with an explanation about the work of the ASTM and with the methods of testing used in the book.
Following this are brief summaries on the product ranges of various paint manufacturers. It would have been helpful had these been presented in alphabetical order, but this is a small point.
The remainder of the book is divided into chapters on colour families: reds, violets, blues, greens, browns, greys, blacks and whites.
For every colour there is a description of each pigment used. As well as its common name, the colour index name and number and chemical class are provided. I found this helpful in aiding me in considering manufacturer colour charts and watercolour paint labels. In addition the benefits and drawbacks of pigments are given where applicable.
The paints produced in the colour family are given with their common names,manufacturer, pigments used and the results of any tests carried out. The information relating to these tests typically includes the way the paint brushes out, the ASTM lightfast rating, whether or not the pigment details are included on the paint label and an overall rating by the Michael Wilcox School of Colour.
Both student and artist's quality paints are included as are some discontinued paints. However a few of the paints are not given a rating for one reason or another.
I found this book extremely useful. I have to admit that I was disappointed that a few of the pigments I use did not perform well and am actually doing my own lightfast tests on them now. However, at least now, when I need a new colour, I am able to refer to the book before I make a purchase. A big value of the book is that manufacturers are encouraged to keep up or raise their standards of paint production.
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