--- product_id: 19518449 title: "Aquabord" brand: "ampersand art supply" price: "SAR 84" currency: SAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/19518449-aquabord store_origin: SA region: Saudi Arabia --- # Clay-coated for vibrant color Waterproof, warp-resistant panel Multi-medium compatible Aquabord **Brand:** ampersand art supply **Price:** SAR 84 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎨 Elevate your watercolor game with Aquabord — where vibrant meets versatile! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Aquabord by ampersand art supply - **How much does it cost?** SAR 84 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.sa](https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/19518449-aquabord) ## Best For - ampersand art supply enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted ampersand art supply brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Gallery-Ready Finish:** Seal and display without glass for a sleek modern look. - • **Edge-to-Edge Creativity:** Paint without tape borders on a perfectly flat surface. - • **Vibrant Color Retention:** Colors stay pure and luminous, never dull. - • **Warp-Free Water Mastery:** Heavy water use? No buckling or shrinking here. - • **Erase & Adjust On Demand:** Lift or erase colors wet or dry for flawless edits. ## Overview Aquabord by Ampersand Art Supply is a clay-coated hardboard panel designed for professional watercolorists and mixed media artists. Its rigid, warp-resistant surface mimics cold press watercolor paper but offers superior color vibrancy and durability. Compatible with watercolor, gouache, acrylic, and ink, it allows lifting and erasing colors wet or dry without damage. Ideal for studio or plein air use, Aquabord panels can be sealed for glass-free display and fit perfectly in premium floater frames. Handcrafted in the USA with FSC-certified materials, it’s a must-have for artists seeking flawless, long-lasting results. ## Description Ampersand Art Supply’s Museum Series Aquabord is a professional watercolor painting panel featuring a highly absorbent clay and mineral ground with a texture similar to cold press watercolor paper. Because this ground is applied directly to a rigid Hardbord panel rather than mounted paper, the surface behaves differently from traditional watercolor substrates. It captures vibrant color, supports controlled washes, and allows artists to build endless glazes or lift color back to white for clean highlights and adjustments. Since pigment interacts at the surface of the clay and mineral ground rather than sinking into paper fibers, watercolor washes can appear naturally bright and luminous. Aquabord withstands repeated washes, glazing, and lifting without surface pilling or swelling. The rigid, warp resistant Hardbord core stays perfectly flat under heavy water application and requires no stretching, taping, or mounting. Artists can paint edge to edge without tape borders, and the panel remains completely stable during detailed work. The durable, portable design makes Aquabord ideal for both studio use and plein air watercolor painting. Once the artwork is complete, the panel can be sealed to allow watercolor or gouache art to be displayed without glass, creating a clean and modern presentation. Cradled profiles provide a finished look that can hang directly on the wall, and sealed Aquabord panels up to 1 1/2"" deep fit beautifully in Ampersand Floaterframes and Duoframes. Each panel is protected with Archiva Seal to help prevent Support Induced Discoloration. Aquabord is acid free, artist safe, and versatile for watercolor, gouache, ink, casein, acrylic washes, and mixed media. Handcrafted in the USA using FSC-certified materials. ## Features - Clay coated hardboard panel comparable to watercolor paper - Colors can be lifted and erased while the surface is wet or dry - Colors retain their purity and vibrancy more than with fine papers - Will not tear-shrink-buckle even under heavy water application - Use for gouache, acrylic, and ink too! ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Asin | B0027A78H4 | | Best Sellers Rank | #9,377 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing (See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing) #75 in Artists Boards & Canvas | | Brand Name | Ampersand Art Supply | | Color | Flat Profile | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (654) 4.5 out of 5 stars | | Item Dimensions L X W | 12.5"L x 1.5"W | | Item Type Name | Museum Series Aquabord | | Item Weight | 0.45 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Ampersand Art Supply | | Manufacturer Part Number | CBT08 | | Material Type | Wood, Kaolin Clay | | Model Number | CBT08 | | Number Of Items | 1 | | Paint Type | Watercolor | | Shape | rectangular prism | | Size | 1/8 Inch, 8" x 10" | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Upc | 707310050816 | | Warranty Description | No Warranty | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Ampersand Art Supply - **Color:** 1/8 Inch Flat Profile - **Material:** Paper,Acrylic - **Product Dimensions:** 12.5"L x 1.5"W - **Size:** 8" x 10" ## Images ![Aquabord - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61fV49bCK4L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Size** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect for all levels of expertise *by on Reviewed in the United States July 16, 2019* Love this board for watercolor! It has texture so haven’t been impressed with use of pencil or pen but that isn’t what it was made for so not disappointed however, with watercolor it is fabulous!It is easy to soak up a mistake when using with watercolor and takes re-working like a champ! A lot of times I find a certain color just isn’t clicking with me or I don’t like a certain object in my design. Normally I’d have to work around what can’t be removed but this board allows you to soak off color w a sponge no problem. No issue with areas getting a bad muddy color and can fill in areas objects were removed with a light color and not have any ghosts.Being able to add and/or change color without having it get muddy would be really great for anyone new to watercolor to get used to the medium without getting frustrated and ruining tons of expensive papers.It also doesn’t wrinkle like some papers and is ready to frame when it dries. As an artist, I love this because I love to create but the minutia of smoothing our, matting and framing, I find tedious to say the least.So although it may be a little expensive for the larger sizes, I think the price is well worth it. I haven’t done the math but if you figure in paper thrown out due to mistakes, matte board and other framing materials that are not necessary with this board, and compare overall cost of materials to get the same end product, I am sure the cost would be similar to using a good cold press paper. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good product- interesting with which to work *by on Reviewed in the United States January 1, 2026* Experimenting with this product as a watercolorist. I have enjoyed using it, colors are more vibrant on this surface. No need to frame but artists’ community is not used to this. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ First timer *by on Reviewed in the United States August 27, 2025* I liked the ability to make changes without disturbing the surface as happens with paper. This is only an 8 by 8 and I am looking forward to a larger size. I have nothing negative to comment - it was a great experience using this board. Definitely recommend. ## Frequently Bought Together - Ampersand Art Supply Watercolor Painting Panel: Museum Series Aquabord, 1/8 Inch Flat Profile, 8" x 10" - DANIEL SMITH Extra Fine Watercolor 15ml Paint Tube, Lemon Yellow, 0.51 Fl Oz (Pack of 1) - Daniel Smith 284600238 DANIEL SMITH Extra Fine Watercolor 15ml Paint Tube, Quinacridone, Gold --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/19518449-aquabord](https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/19518449-aquabord) --- *Product available on Desertcart Saudi Arabia* *Store origin: SA* *Last updated: 2026-07-05*