Venetian turpentine gets its name from history. The turpentine balsam extracted from an Austrian larch used to be traded via Venice. This traditional glazing medium is valued for processing properties that positively influence gradual colour transitions, but does not promote paint film durability. The medium increases the flow and gloss of the paint, slightly shortens the drying time, is slightly yellowing and is dilutable with turpentine or white spirit. Use only in final coats.