Mont Marte Premium Double Thick Canvas – 30.5 × 40.6 cm (12″ × 16″)

Searching for a mid-size canvas that feels premium and photographs like a dream? The Mont Marte Premium Double Thick Canvas – 12″ × 16″ combines a triple-primed 380 gsm unbleached cotton duck with a 38 mm deep gallery edge, giving you a modern frameless profile that’s ready straight out of the wrap. From alla-prima portraits and fluid pours to YouTube demos and Etsy originals, this canvas holds its own—no extra gesso, no costly frame.

Key Features at a Glance

12×16 deep-edge canvas – versatile portrait/landscape ratio finishes in a single session.

38 mm gallery profile – paint the sides, hang frameless, look professional.

380 gsm, 100 % cotton duck – high-density weave grips acrylics, oils & mixed media.

Triple-coated universal gesso – ready for brush, knife or pour; no sanding required.

Kiln-dried pine stretchers – geometry stays true even when humidity spikes.

Corner keys included – tap to re-tension after heavy impasto.

Acid-free & archival – safe for gifting, sales and exhibitions.

Shrink-wrapped with corner guards – pristine surface until inspiration hits.

Why Artists Love This Canvas

Finish-in-a-day sweet-spot – big enough for expressive strokes, small enough to complete overnight.

Content-creator friendly – fits perfectly in camera frames; deep edge looks premium on socials.

Deep edge = instant gallery look – block the sides with a contrast colour and hang tomorrow.

Team-tested at Art Shed – we use these for workshops and live demos.

Complete Your Setup

Easel Range – Find the perfect easel for you. 

Gloss Varnish – Seal and protect your finished artwork.

Mont Marte Premium Gesso 1 L – Add an extra coat if you love an ultra-slick surface.

Canvas Accessories – Get that show on the wall fast, no framing needed.

Check Out What Mont Marte Canvas Is Right For You

Product Specs / Details

Canvas size: 30.5 × 40.6 cm (12″ × 16″)

Depth: 38 mm double-thick frame

Fabric weight: 380 gsm unbleached cotton duck, high-density weave

Primer: Triple-coated universal gesso (pH-neutral)

Frame timber: Kiln-dried pine, mitred corners, Mont Marte logo hot-stamped

Bracing: Not required at this size

Finish: Acid-free, double-row back-stapled

SKU: CMMD1216

Why Buy from Art Shed

Aussie-owned & artist-run – we paint on these exact canvases.

Fast dispatch from Melbourne & Brisbane – parcels packed with care.

Candy Club rewards – earn points with every purchase.

30-day easy returns – change of mind? No worries.

Real artist support – phone, DM or live chat for tips.

Tips from the Shed

“Block your composition with a thin acrylic wash—this canvas drinks up colour evenly. Store spares upright with spacers to keep edges pristine for your next idea.” 

Real Reviews from Happy Artists

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Fabulous to find Art Shed online. I used to buy from their store and was very sad when it closed. My canvases arrived within a week and even with postage are half the price from the local art supplier.”

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Consistent gesso coat; weave is tight, corners rock-solid.”

⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Excellent service as always..”

FAQs

Do I need to gesso the Mont Marte Premium Double Thick Canvas – 30.5 × 40.6 cm before painting?

No—this canvas already has three coats of universal primer. Add another only if you want an ultra-slick ground.

Can the Mont Marte Premium Double Thick Canvas – 30.5 × 40.6 cm handle fluid art pours?

Yes. The 380 gsm cotton supports moderate pours; elevate the edges on cups to catch drips while it cures.

What makes the deep-edge frame worth it on this size?

A 38 mm profile gives medium-size works a contemporary gallery look—paint the sides and skip costly framing.

How should I store spare Mont Marte Premium Double Thick Canvases – 30.5 × 40.6 cm?

Keep them in the shrink-wrap or stand vertically with cardboard spacers; avoid damp spots to maintain tension.

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