Grafix

Founded in 1963 with one product line, DuoShade shading medium used primarily by Editorial cartoonists, Ohio Graphic Arts Systems began its journey into the commercial art material business. Slowly it expanded its product lines to include Colormatch papers, Frisket Films and several types of clear films. By 1980 continued growth in sales enabled the company to move into a larger factory and warehouse facility allowing for further product expansion as well as additional converting equipment. It was at this time many of the products that Grafix carries today were added: Masking films, Drafting Film, Metallized and Pressure Sensitive films as well as various types of Acetate films. By 1990 our name changed to Grafix and our facilities and employees had expanded to reflect growth in product lines and distribution. Most recently Grafix has expanded products to include plastic film alternatives, fine art accessories and a variety of decorative films developed for the art and craft markets. If you don't see the Grafix product that you would like to purchase, please contact us via our contact page for special orders
  • Original Incredible Nib$29.95

    A double-ended instrument, with broad and fine acrylic filament nibs, that can be used to apply any water-based medium. It is especially designed for silk and fabric painting but may be used for applying other water-based mediums and liquid frisket to a variety of surfaces such as watercolor paper, board, canvas, cotton, wood and clay. It can be used just like a brush to lift out, soften edges and blend. The points stay firm when wet so they can be used along a straight edge. Comes with instructions.

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  • Incredible Art Board$57.20-$107.70

    The Incredible Art Board provides a long lasting paper stretching surface for watercolor artists. It has a unique soft surface that can be taped repeatedly without tearing and is self-healing when stapled. The Incredible Art Board will not buckle, bend or warp and both sides of the board are equally usable. It’s made from a very light-weight material, so it is ideal for use in the field. The small board weighs 13 oz.; the larger size weighs 26 oz.

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  • Rubber Cement Eraser Pick Up$6.95

    Designed for erasing excess cement and cleaning up areas around glued surfaces, especially on finished paste-ups.

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  • Dura Lar Matte Pad 14 x 17$93.95

    This polyester film combines the best features of Mylar and acetate to provide a highly versatile film with high tensile, tear and impact strength. Dimensionally stable, it will not crack, discolor or become brittle with age. It lays flat and is acid-free, archival and heat-resistant. The film is .005" thick and has a matte translucent drawing surface on two sides. It will accept lead, ink and colored pencil, erases cleanly and is an economical alternative to acetate and drafting film. Twenty-five sheets per pad.

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  • Dura-Lar Wet Media Pad$62.70

    Dura-Lar is more economical yet more dimensionally stable than wet media acetate. It is generally more flexible and less brittle than acetate but otherwise has very similar characteristics. It is for use with inks, watercolors, acrylics, etc. The surface is reusable and can be washed gently with mild soap. 14 x 17 " 12-sheet pad.

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  • Dura Lar Wet Media Sheets$9.40Out of Stock

    Wet Media Dura-Lar .004" film is specially coated on both sides to accept water-based mediums, markers and inks without beading, chipping or running. Great for planning painting compositions, as a painting surface or printmaking. Simply wipe with a damp cloth for repeated use. 20 x 25inches

  • Grafix Clear-Lay Sheet .005$5.95

    Clear-Lay is an archival film designed for overlays, stencils and protective coverings. An economical alternative to acetate, it is acid-free and contains no plasticizers. A softer film that is ideal for cutting, it also provides clarity, flatness and dimensional stabiltiy. 25 x 40 inches

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  • Acetate Pad$24.00

    A general purpose film ideally suited for overlays, color separations and layouts. Very good dimensional stability, flatness and clarity. .003 25 sheets

    Grafix Acetate is now certified as 100% biodegradable. Manufactured from wood pulp, cellulose diacetate can be recycled, composted or incinerated.

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  • Grafix Clear-Lay Pads$20.60-$48.70

    Clear-Lay is an archival film designed for overlays, stencils and protective coverings. An economical alternative to acetate, it is acid-free and contains no plasticizers. A softer film that is ideal for cutting, it also provides clarity, flatness and dimensional stabiltiy. 25 sheets.

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  • Grafix Clear-Lay Rolls$37.40-$39.95

    Clear-Lay is an archival film designed for overlays, stencils and protective coverings. An economical alternative to acetate, it is acid-free and contains no plasticizers. A softer film that is ideal for cutting, it also provides clarity, flatness and dimensional stabiltiy.

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  • Frisket Film Low Tack Adhesive Sheets$35.95

    Use Frisket film for airbrushing, retouching, stencils, watercolors and masking. It is self-adhering, removable and will leave no residue. Each roll and pack is a matte finish, .002" weight with a low-tack adhesive, and features traditional soft peel film that s easy to cut and reapply. Frisket film is excellent for use on hot press surfaces and with most airbrush techniques. Available in all-purpose low-tack.

    9 x 12" 6 x sheets

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  • Grafix Ink Jet Film$20.95

    These quick-drying, acid-free blank transparencies can be run through inkjet printers. They are great for custom overlays, journaling, window effects, stickers and photos. Six sheets per package. Available in clear and matte.

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  • Frisket Film Low Tack Adhesive Roll$67.60

    Low Tack .002 Film. Removable. Won't wrinkle, bleed or lift. Easy to cut & re-apply. No residue. Translucent backing. 24" x 4yds.

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  • Grafix Double Tack Mounting Film 18 x 24"$11.10

    This acid-free, adhesive backed, double sided adhesive film is heat- and tear-resistant, transparent and won’t yellow over time. It bonds instantly to many surfaces including paper, fabric, wood, metal, plastic and glass. Double Tack lets you create stickers and multi-layered effects quick and easy, out of almost any craft material with no messy clean up. Great for stationery, paper crafts, creating collages, punch art and home decorating. Use to mount photos and artwork, and for a multitude of school and office projects.

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  • Grafix Adhesive Ink Jet Film$32.10

    These quick-drying, acid-free blank transparencies with adhesive backing can be run through inkjet printers. They are great for custom overlays, journaling, window effects, stickers and photos. Six 8.5" x 11" sheets per package.

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Delivery Rates

Our delivery rates are:

  • Prepaid A4 Satchel (nationwide): $5 per order
  • Local (Auckland): $5.50 per order *
  • Local Towns (within 150kms): $7.50 per order *
  • Rest of North Island: $9.30 per order *
  • South Island and Great Barrier: $10.40 per order *

Prepaid Satchel is available for some smaller items that will fit into an A4 envelope. Please do not select the satchel option if your goods are breakable, easily damaged or flammable.
* Oversized items may be charged an additional amount - once you have selected the items you need proceed to checkout to see the exact costs.

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