1 / 7DANIEL SMITH 284600142 Extra Fine Watercolor, Cascade Green, 15 ml Tube
DANIEL SMITH Extra Fine Watercolor in Cascade Green is a single tube of artist watercolor with a listed 15 ml size. The manufacturer describes it as a cool, dark mossy green that varies from dark to light, with granulation and semi-transparency for textured washes and layered color.
At a glance
- Manufacturer describes a cool, dark, mossy green straight from the tube, with clear washes and subtle dark-to-light variation.
- Listed pigment combination is PBr 7 and PB 15.
- Manufacturer lists the paint as semi-transparent, granulating, and medium staining.
- Manufacturer claims excellent lightfastness.
Reference price: $13.96
Price checked: Nov 13, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- A single green tube offers a specific shade rather than requiring a multi-color set.
- Granulation and dark-to-light variation may help add visible texture and depth to watercolor work.
- Semi-transparency supports layered washes where underlying color or paper can remain visible.
Technical specifications
22 specifications| Brand | DANIEL SMITH |
|---|---|
| Model | 284600142 |
| Paint type | Watercolor |
| Color | Cascade Green |
| Container | Tube |
| Item form | Liquid |
| Finish | Matte |
| Size | 0.5 Fl Oz (Pack of 1) |
| Item volume | 0.5 fluid ounces |
| Included component | Paint Tube |
| Pigments | PBr 7, PB 15 |
| Surface recommendation | Paper |
| Weight listed | 0.02 kg |
| Transparency | Semi-Transparent |
|---|---|
| Staining | 3-Medium Staining |
| Granulation | Granulating |
| Lightfastness | I – Excellent |
| Water resistance listed | Water Resistant |
| Waterproof | False |
| Reflective feature | Reflective |
| Dry time listed | 24 |
| Standards statement | Conforms to ASTM D4236 |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The title states 15ml, while the listing’s size and volume fields give 0.5 Fl Oz (Pack of 1) and 0.5 fluid ounces. The listing also calls the finish Matte while describing the paint as Reflective, and lists both Water Resistant and Waterproof False. Confirm the exact volume and how these characteristics apply to the selected tube before purchase. Dry time is listed as 24 without a unit in the supplied details. These listing details are inconsistent or unclear, not proof of a product defect. The detailed color and handling descriptions are manufacturer claims.
What’s in the box
Included- Paint Tube
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Watercolor artists seeking a single Cascade Green tube for paper-based work.
- Painters who want a green described as granulating and semi-transparent for textured washes or layered passages.
Less suited to
- Buyers looking for a multi-color kit or a complete painting setup. The listed component is one paint tube.
- Anyone who needs confirmed waterproof performance or a clearly specified drying-time unit.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Aggregate ratings are strongly positive overall, with most ratings in the five-star category, but a small share are lower. No written customer feedback is supplied, so these figures do not establish specific strengths, complaints, or performance reasons. They should not substitute for checking the listed color and conflicting volume and water-resistance details.
Frequently asked questions
What color is this watercolor?
It is listed as Cascade Green. The manufacturer describes it as a cool, dark mossy green straight from the tube, with variation from dark to light.
What paint characteristics are listed?
The manufacturer lists semi-transparency, medium staining, granulation, and excellent lightfastness. These are product claims rather than independent test results.
How much paint is in the tube?
The title says 15ml, while the listing’s size and volume fields state 0.5 Fl Oz (Pack of 1) and 0.5 fluid ounces. Confirm the selected listing’s volume if the distinction matters.
Is the paint waterproof?
The listing gives conflicting information: Waterproof is False, while the water resistance field says Water Resistant. Waterproof performance is therefore unclear from the supplied details.
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