Daniel Smith Neutral Tint 5ml Watercolor Tube – Extra Fine, Lightfast

Overview

Daniel Smith Neutral Tint is a versatile dark neutral pigment designed to be mixed with other watercolors to add depth without sacrificing transparency. This 5ml tube belongs to the brand's popular 88-color subset, and the pigment composition includes PBk 6, PV 19, and PB 15 for balanced depth. The formulation emphasizes lightfastness and permanence while offering a truly flexible color option for glazing and tonal adjustments.

Why artists reach for Neutral Tint

• Darkens colors quickly while preserving transparency, enabling controlled, luminous darks.
• Excellent lightfastness supports longevity of works across light exposure.
• Semi-transparent with low staining, ideal for delicate glazes and fine tonal shifts.
• Non-granulating formula helps keep edges clean and washes smooth.
• Designed to tone down colors and reduce muddy hues when layering with other pigments.
• Formulated with pure gum arabic binder and a precise pigment grind for maximum pigment load with minimal vehicle.

How to use in practice

Try Neutral Tint as a universal darkener in landscapes, portraits, and still lifes. Start with a thin wash to see how it deepens a hue, then glaze multiple layers for depth. Pair it with bright colors to create dramatic contrasts without sacrificing clarity.

Because it is compatible with the broader Daniel Smith line, you can experiment with PrimaTek minerals, Luminescent colors, or standard pigments to discover new tonal possibilities. A little goes a long way, and the 5ml tube is convenient for field studies or studio work.

Product quality and origin

Daniel Smith watercolors are crafted in the USA with a pure gum arabic binder and no fillers. The company emphasizes pigment load and optimal particle size for vibrant, clean color that lasts. The Neutral Tint is one of many colors designed to work in harmony with the full range of products.