Distress® Paints are very fluid water-based acrylic paints for multiple surfaces. Tim and Ranger developed these special paints to be reactive with water just like Distress® Inks and Distress Stains—perfect to accomplish a wide variety of artistic techniques. Use with stamps, paper, wood, metal, glass, plastic and more for a timeless matte finish on craft projects. Distress® Paints are available in a convenient dabber top or a flip top lid.

TIM HOLTZ DISTRESS® PAINT

Array of colors that coordinate with the Distress® palette
Very fluid water-based, multi-surface acrylic paint
Timeless matte finish paint in 1 oz. bottles
Reactive with water like Distress® Inks and Stains
Available in convenient dabber system application or flip top lid

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Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Set 1

$15.99

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Set 4

$15.99

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Festive Berries, 1oz

+ 67

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Tattered Rose, 1oz

+ 67

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Aged Mahogany, 1oz

+ 67

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Dried Marigold, 1oz

+ 67

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Spiced Marmalade, 1oz

+ 67

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Spun Sugar, 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Ripe Persimmon, 1oz

+ 67

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Rusty Hinge, 1oz

+ 67

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Wild Honey, 1oz

+ 67

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Scattered Straw, 1oz

+ 67

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Shabby Shutters, 1oz

+ 67

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Forest Moss, 1oz

+ 67

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Pine Needles, 1oz

+ 67

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Lucky Clover, 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Chipped Sapphire, 1oz

+ 67

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Victorian Velvet, 1oz

+ 67

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Milled Lavender, 1oz

+ 67

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Shaded Lilac, 1oz

+ 67

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Old Paper, 1oz

+ 67

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Stormy Sky, 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Tea Dye, 1oz

+ 67

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Brushed Corduroy, 1oz

+ 67

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Blueprint Sketch, 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Pumice Stone, 1oz

+ 67

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Dabber Paint Twisted Citron, 1oz

+ 1

$4.99

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Scorched Timber 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Lost Shadow 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Lumberjack Plaid 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Uncharted Mariner 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Saltwater Taffy 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Villainous Potion 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Prize Ribbon 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Salvaged Patina 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Kitsch Flamingo 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Rustic Wilderness 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Crackling Campfire 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Speckled Egg 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Paint Replacement Flip Top 50pk

$19.99

Tim Holtz Distress® Dabber Paint Lucky Clover, 1oz. Paint Distress

49% OFF

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Tim Holtz Distress® Dabber Paint Lucky Clover, 1oz.

+ 1

$2.50$4.99

59% OFF

Tim Holtz Distress® Dabber Paint Fossilized Amber, 1oz

+ 1

$2.00$4.99

Tim Holtz Distress® Dabber Paint Carved Pumpkin, 1oz

+ 1

$4.99

Tim Holtz Distress® Dabber Paint Candied Apple, 1oz Paint Distress

49% OFF

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Tim Holtz Distress® Dabber Paint Candied Apple, 1oz

+ 1

$2.50$4.99

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Tarnished Brass, 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Brushed Pewter, 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Antiqued Bronze, 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Picket Fence, 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Black Soot, 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Hickory Smoke, 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Ground Espresso, 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Walnut Stain, 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Vintage Photo, 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Frayed Burlap, 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Antique Linen, 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Dusty Concord, 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Seedless Preserves, 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Faded Jeans, 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Salty Ocean, 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

Tim Holtz Distress® Flip Top Paint Weathered Wood, 1oz

+ 68

$4.49

If you want the signature Tim Holtz look with the versatility of paint, you're going to love Tim Holtz distress paint. Distress paint is a water-reactive, matte-finish acrylic that behaves unlike any other paint you've used. It stays workable longer, layers beautifully and creates that gorgeous aged, textured quality that's become a hallmark of mixed-media art. Use Tim Holtz distress paint on paper, fabric, wood, canvas and more for stunning, consistent results. The earthy, muted color palette is iconic and pairs effortlessly with the rest of the Distress family. For a truly layered, dimensional look, combine your distress paint with Tim Holtz Distress Oxide Sprays to build rich, complex backgrounds. Whether you're just starting out or you've been crafting for years, this paint will quickly become one of your favorite go-to supplies.

FAQs

What are Tim Holtz Distress Paints?

Tim Holtz Distress Paints are fluid, water-based acrylic paints developed by Tim Holtz and Ranger to behave like Distress Inks, reactive with water, with the same worn, aged color palette.Distress Paints dry to a matte finish. Use them on paper, wood, metal, glass, plastic, fabric and more for a wide range of mixed media techniques.

How are Distress Paints different from regular acrylic paint?

Distress Paints are formulated to be water-reactive and they dry to a matte finish. . This means you can blend them creating the soft, layered effects that define the Tim Holtz Distress aesthetic.

What techniques can I use with Tim Holtz Distress Paints?

Distress Paints are incredibly versatile; they can be used for stamping, stenciling, monoprinting, painting directly or diluting into washes. They blend beautifully with other Distress products, including Distress Inks, Distress Oxide Ink Pads and Distress Crayons.

Can Distress Paints be used on non-paper surfaces?

Yes, one of the strengths of Tim Holtz Distress Paints is their compatibility with mixed surfaces, including wood, metal, glass and plastic. They give you Distress Ink-style color and texture on surfaces where ink pads and stains can't reach.

Are Tim Holtz Distress Paints the same colors as Distress Inks?

Yes. Distress Paints coordinate with the Tim Holtz Distress color family, making it easy to mix and match across the entire Distress lineup. The colors are designed to work together, so your paint layers integrate seamlessly with your inked backgrounds and stained elements.

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