Cadmium Red Medium became the most widely used red shortly after it was synthesized in 1907 because it offered greater permanence and intensity than the mostly plant-based reds used up to that time.
The lightest variation of GOLDEN's single-pigment Cadmium Reds, this colour is highly regarded for its opacity and intensity. It is a synthesized colour first used in the early 1900's.
Cadmium Red Medium Hue is a more economical and non-toxic alternative to GOLDEN's single pigment paint. It offers brilliant colour but it is slightly more transparent and not as lightfast as actual...
Like all Cadmium Yellows, this is a bright clean color with good opacity, however the sensitivity to ultra-violet light and moisture prevent us from recommending it for outdoor use.
