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title: How can I shorten the dry time for DANIEL SMITH Water Soluble Oil Colors?
description: "In general, water soluble oil colors will dry slightly slower than regular oil colors. Here are a few tips to help speed up the drying process: - Place the artwork in a warm area with plenty of air circulation to…"
url: "https://danielsmith.com/nl/kb/how-can-i-shorten-the-dry-time-for-daniel-smith-water-soluble-oil-colors/"
updated: "2025-07-12"
category: Oil Colors (DISCONTINUED)
tags:
  - Water Soluble
---

# How can I shorten the dry time for DANIEL SMITH Water Soluble Oil Colors?

In general, water soluble oil colors will dry slightly slower than regular oil colors. Here are a few tips to help speed up the drying process:

- Place the artwork in a warm area with plenty of air circulation to dry
- Blend a little [DANIEL SMITH Water Soluble Fast Drying Painting Medium](https://danielsmith.com/product/water-soluble-oil-mediums/) into your colors before painting
- Blend a little water into your colors before painting (yields more of a matte finish)