MONT MARTE Acrylic Paint Set (48 x 36ml) – Semi-matte Finish, 48 Colours
Product description
If you want an acrylic paint set that behaves nicely when you’re layering, this MONT MARTE Acrylic Paint Set is built for that. It dries to a semi-matte finish, and the creamy texture is designed to give decent coverage without you fighting the paint.
That said, it’s still an art set—so results depend on your surface prep and the way you apply it. If you’re expecting exhibition-grade opacity in a single coat on every medium, you might find it needs a bit of patience (and potentially multiple layers).
The essentials
This set comes with 48 colours in 36ml bottles, aimed at everyday painting and craft work across a wide range of surfaces. The brand positions it as a fast-drying acrylic, which matters when you want to build up colour quickly rather than waiting around or dealing with muddy mixes.
The key thing here is the semi-matte look. It lands somewhere between fully flat and shiny, so it’s a good choice when you want your work to look finished without going too glossy. Over time, that can make colours feel more “muted” and controlled rather than high-sheen.
What you’ll notice in use
On canvas and paper, the combination of a semi-matte finish and fast drying time is the sort of practical pairing that helps you keep momentum. With a creamy texture, you’re less likely to get streaks from paint that’s too thin straight out of the bottle—especially if you’re painting in layers.
A simple micro-scenario: try blocking in a background tone, then come back once it’s touch-dry to add a lighter highlight. Because the paint is meant to dry quickly, you can often layer sooner than with slower sets, which makes it easier to test colour combinations without everything smearing together.
Still, keep expectations realistic. Fast drying is convenient, but it can also dry on your brush quicker, so you’ll want to work at a steady pace and keep brushes cleaned.
Where it shines (and where it may fall short)
The colour range covers both classic and more playful options, including whites and a mix of yellows, reds, blues, purples, greens, and earth tones. That makes it easier to mix within the set rather than needing to buy additional colours right away.
It’s also described as suitable for a broad set of surfaces: canvas, wood, MDF, leather, air-dried clay, plaster, cardboard, paper, and some plastics. On paper and cardboard, you’ll generally get more flexibility for hobby projects, on canvas or board, you’ll likely appreciate the coverage and semi-matte final look.
One limitation to bear in mind: “suitable for most surfaces” doesn’t automatically mean “perfect results on every surface without prep”. Leather and certain plastics, for example, can be pickier depending on the product you’re painting and whether you’ve primed or roughened the area.
Key colours you actually get
The set includes a long list of shades, starting with Titanium White and Chinese White, then moving through colours such as Naples Yellow, Lemon Yellow, Yellow Ochre, Vermillion, Brilliant Red, Magenta, Carmine, Crimson, Deep Cyan, Ultramarine Blue, Phthalo Blue, and multiple greens including Viridian and Phthalo Green.
You also get useful purples and deep tones like Violet, Light Purple, Cobalt Blue, Cerulean Blue, and an assortment of greens and earth colours such as Raw Sienna and Burnt Sienna.
If you’re building a basic palette, this is the sort of range that can cover a lot of typical painting needs. It’s not just “a few colours”—it’s genuinely a broad starter-to-intermediate set.
Tech specs
- Type: Acrylic paint set
- Format: 48 colours
- Size: 48 x 36ml bottles
- Finish: Semi-matte
- Coverage & texture: Dries to semi-matte finish with creamy texture and good coverage (as described)
- Drying time: Fast drying time (as described)
- Suitable surfaces: Canvas, wood, MDF, leather, air-dried clay, plaster, cardboard, paper and some plastics (as described)
¿Merece la pena?
It’s a sensible buy if you want variety, quick layering, and a semi-matte result for arts and crafts on common materials like canvas, board, paper, and clay. The fast-drying nature and creamy texture are particularly relevant if you plan to build up colours in stages or do projects where time matters.
It might not be the best choice if you tend to demand full opacity in one coat across difficult surfaces, or if you’re working on media that really needs special bonding/priming (especially certain plastics and leather) where standard acrylics can behave differently.
Worth considering if your priority is “grab a colour, paint, layer, and keep moving” rather than treating acrylics like a slow, carefully blended glazing medium.
Who it’s for (and who should skip it)
It suits you if you’re making regular craft pieces, painting on canvas/board, experimenting with mixed colours, or setting up a broad palette without having to buy colour bottles one by one.
You may want to skip it if you’re only painting on a single specialty surface and you know you’ll need a dedicated system (specific primers, sealers, or paint types). Also, if you dislike fast-drying acrylics because they dry on brushes quickly, you might find you need more workflow discipline.
Compatibility & requirements
The set is described as suitable for a wide mix of surfaces (including canvas, wood, MDF, leather, air-dried clay, plaster, cardboard, paper, and some plastics). On practice, results can still depend on whether the surface is clean and, where needed, primed or prepared first.
Mini FAQ
Does this acrylic set dry to a semi-matte finish?
Yes. It’s specifically described as drying to a semi-matte finish.
Is it suitable for painting on canvas?
It’s described as suitable for canvas, and also for several other surfaces like wood, MDF, cardboard, and paper.
Will I be able to layer colours quickly?
On paper, yes—the set is described as fast drying, which should help with layering without muddy colours when you’re working promptly.
How many colours are included?
There are 48 colours, each in a 36ml bottle.
Are these paints good for air-dried clay and plaster?
They’re listed as suitable for air-dried clay and plaster, alongside other craft-friendly materials.