Finally, control the temperature and humidity level in the studio as much as possible. Put down fresh poly plastic sheeting on the surface which will protect the surface and help later on by preventing your artwork from becoming glued to the work surface, as pouring products creates puddles and drips that can travel off of the canvas or panel. Even slight angles can cause issues with pours. Next, be sure the table top or floor you are working on is also clean and level. Take some time to free the immediate workspace, sweeping the floor and wiping down surfaces around the studio. Acrylic pours are relatively slow drying paint layers and dust can easily become imbedded into the film. One sure way to improve the odds for successful pouring is to start with a clean studio. Studio Preparation Image 1: This tinted GOLDEN Self-Leveling Gel “skin” shows the crazes that developed during the drying process. However, it is vital to the process to conduct experiments to gain the knowledge of what are the most critical controlling factors which preside over paint pours. While the practice of pouring artist paints is certainly not a new way to apply paint, achieving consistent results can be frustrating and costly.