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title: "Cotman Watercolor Paint Set, 20 Colors, 5ml (0.17-oz) Tubes"
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# 20 vibrant essential colors compact, sturdy portable set 5ml tubes for precise control Cotman Watercolor Paint Set, 20 Colors, 5ml (0.17-oz) Tubes

**Brand:** winsor & newton
**Price:** KD 12.20
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎨 Unlock your creative flow with the ultimate beginner’s watercolor set!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Cotman Watercolor Paint Set, 20 Colors, 5ml (0.17-oz) Tubes by winsor & newton
- **How much does it cost?** KD 12.20 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.kw](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/305769965-cotman-watercolor-paint-set-20-colors-5ml-0-17-oz)

## Best For

- winsor & newton enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted winsor & newton brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Economical Quality:** Winsor & Newton’s trusted standards with cost-effective pigments, perfect for learning without compromise.
- • **Compact & Portable Design:** Sturdy, travel-friendly packaging that fits effortlessly into your creative lifestyle on the go.
- • **Essential 20-Color Palette:** Curated for beginners to master watercolor basics with a balanced mix of warm, cool, and earth tones.
- • **Versatile Use & Mixability:** Ideal for experimenting with color blending and layering on paper, wood, and glass surfaces.
- • **High Transparency & Lightfastness:** Formulated for vivid, lasting colors that maintain brilliance over time without fading.

## Overview

The Winsor & Newton Cotman Watercolor Paint Set offers 20 essential 5ml tubes of high-transparency, lightfast colors designed for beginners. This compact, durable set balances quality and affordability, featuring a versatile palette ideal for mastering watercolor techniques and creative experimentation both at home and on the go.

## Description

Cotman watercolours are designed for high transparency, lightfastness and are accessible without compromising quality. The set includes: Chinese White, Lemon Yellow Hue, Cadmium Yellow Hue, Cadmium Orange Hue, Cadmium Red Deep Hue, Alizarin Crimson Hue, Permanent Rose, Purple Lake, Dioxazine Purple, Ultramarine, Prussian Blue, Cerulean Blue Hue, Turquoise, Emerald, Viridian Hue, Hooker's Green Light, Yellow Ochre, Burnt Sienna, Burnt Umber, Lamp Black.

Review: An ideal watercolor starter set for beginners - Several years ago, I decided to follow some tutorials from my high school art book and take watercolors more seriously. I bought quality paper (Strathmore, cellulose 300 gsm; at the time, I wasn't aware of the difference between cotton and cellulose) and a decent watercolor set without compromising my finances. Good watercolors can be quite expensive. So, in December 2016, I ordered this sketch set that was on discount, and I have no regrets. I can proudly say that these were my first watercolors from a reputable brand, even though they are student/academy quality. - The box/presentation: The plastic box doesn't feel cheap; it's very sturdy. However, since the lid doesn't come off, it's sometimes difficult to clean the edge where the hinge of the mixing tray is. To address this, I carefully remove all the half pans and wash the entire box from time to time. It has a small and compact size. The closed box measures 13x6 cm. - Colors / Half-Pans: The colors seemed very good to me at that time, with excellent pigmentation. While they can't compare to professional watercolors, they were a great option for a beginner who wanted to enjoy learning the technique. Many purist watercolorists may disagree with the inclusion of white, but I found it useful for adding details and experimenting with pastel colors. The ability to experiment made it worthwhile to have in the set. The set includes two yellows, two reds, two blues, and two greens, each in warm and cool versions, plus three earth tones. This selection helped me learn how to mix colors to get the shades I wanted. Initially, seeing a palette of 48 colors was overwhelming, but this smaller set was more manageable. I would have preferred if they had included the pigment numbers on the side, but it only lists the color names. However, you can find this information on the official Winsor & Newton website. - Brush: I still have the brush that came with the set, but it's not for daily use. It serves the set's main purpose, which is to make sketches, but I usually painted on 9x12 inches paper (the size of the notebook I bought at the time), so I often used larger brushes. The round brush is of decent quality and good for making details. I'm very happy to have learned the basics of watercolor technique with this set. Below, I will share the pigments for this set, if it helps anyone: - Lemon Yellow Hue: PY175 - Cadmium Yellow Hue: PY65, PY97 - Cadmium Red Pale Hue: PR255, PY65 - Alizarin Crimson Hue: PR206 - Ultramarine: PB29 - Intense Blue (Phthalo Blue): PB15 - Viridian Hue: PG7 - Sap Green: PB15, PG7, PY139 - Yellow Ochre: PY42 - Burnt Sienna: PR101 - Burnt Umber: PBr7, PY42 - Chinese White: PW5
Review: Love this Cotman Set! - Wonderful set of paints! I bought them last minute for a class, realizing my watercolors in tubes were left behind in another state - ugh! Our local art supply store was out of stock & the closest one in stock was 2 hrs away roundtrip. They were delivered promptly overnight - I was so relieved! This set had all but 2 colors on my supply list, so it was a huge savings from buying individual tubes. Other students were asking me what kind of paints I was using. Colors are vibrant and they mix & move beautifully throughout a full range of techniques. Loved working with them! I’m still learning & this is just the first layer in a simple Canson cold pressed watercolor practice book, but I think I’m hooked!

## Features

- This set contains 20 essential starter colors for beginners. Cotman colors are formulated for high transparency and provide outstanding lightfastness. For specific effects use with Winsor & Newton watercolor mediums.
- Winsor & Newton Cotman Water Colors are made to our high quality standards but costs are kept to an economical level by replacing some of the more costly pigments with less expensive alternatives
- Cotman Water Colors possess good transparency, excellent tinting strength and good working properties
- Formulated to create uniform consistency, the transparent quality of Cotman Watercolor is perfect for new users.
- Contains Chinese White, Lemon Yellow Hue, Cadmium Yellow Hue, Cadmium Orange Hue, Cadmium Red Deep Hue, Alizarin Crimson Hue, Permanent Rose, Purple Lake, Dioxazine Purple, Ultramarine, Prussian Blue, Cerulean Blue Hue, Turquoise, Emerald, Viridian Hue, Hooker's Green Light, Yellow Ochre, Burnt Sienna, Burnt Umber, Lamp Black

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B08NK1BR8B |
| Age Range Description | From 10 years |
| Best Sellers Rank | #237 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ( See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ) #11 in Art Paints |
| Brand | Winsor & Newton |
| Brand Name | Winsor & Newton |
| Color | Cotman Watercolour Starter Tube Set of 20 * 5ml |
| Color Code | Not Available |
| Container Type | Tube |
| Coverage | Opaque |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 50,176 Reviews |
| Dry Time In Hours | 24 |
| Finish Type | Gloss |
| Full Cure Time | 24 Hours |
| Included Components | Tube Set |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Is Waterproof | False |
| Item Form | Liquid |
| Item Type Name | Watercolor Paint Set |
| Item Volume | 5 Milliliters |
| Item Weight | 0.27 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | ColArt Americas |
| Model Name | Cotman |
| Model Number | 0390665 |
| Paint Type | Watercolor |
| Part Number | 0390665 |
| Size | 3.38 Fl Oz (Pack of 1) |
| Special Feature | beginner's set, introductory set, starter kit, starter set, supplies kit |
| Special Features | beginner's set, introductory set, starter kit, starter set, supplies kit |
| Specific Uses For Product | Interior/Exterior |
| Surface Recommendation | Glass, Paper, Wood |
| UPC | 884955074237 |
| Unit Count | 3.38 Fluid Ounces |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Winsor & Newton
- **Color:** Cotman Watercolour Starter Tube Set of 20 * 5ml
- **Finish Type:** Gloss
- **Item Volume:** 5 Milliliters
- **Paint Type:** Watercolor
- **Size:** 3.38 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
- **Special Feature:** beginner's set, introductory set, starter kit, starter set, supplies kit
- **Specific Uses For Product:** Interior/Exterior
- **Surface Recommendation:** Glass, Paper, Wood
- **Unit Count:** 3.38 Fluid Ounces

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What is meant by 12 count? 12 of what?**
A: I have searched for the answer to your question.  There are 20 tubes.  Not sure where the number 12 came from.

**Q: Do you know if they are "Artist" grade or student grade?**
A: The Cotman line from Winsor/Newton is student grade.  Professional grade watercolors do not use the word "Hue" in their color description, which indicates they're not made from true pigments.

**Q: Good morning, I would like you to send the order again, with a new package, as soon as possible, instead of the refund. thank you.**
A: I dont think I can help with this lol

**Q: Does a pallet tray come with this set?**
A: Yes removable as well.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An ideal watercolor starter set for beginners
*by A***L on September 3, 2024*

Several years ago, I decided to follow some tutorials from my high school art book and take watercolors more seriously. I bought quality paper (Strathmore, cellulose 300 gsm; at the time, I wasn't aware of the difference between cotton and cellulose) and a decent watercolor set without compromising my finances. Good watercolors can be quite expensive. So, in December 2016, I ordered this sketch set that was on discount, and I have no regrets. I can proudly say that these were my first watercolors from a reputable brand, even though they are student/academy quality. - The box/presentation: The plastic box doesn't feel cheap; it's very sturdy. However, since the lid doesn't come off, it's sometimes difficult to clean the edge where the hinge of the mixing tray is. To address this, I carefully remove all the half pans and wash the entire box from time to time. It has a small and compact size. The closed box measures 13x6 cm. - Colors / Half-Pans: The colors seemed very good to me at that time, with excellent pigmentation. While they can't compare to professional watercolors, they were a great option for a beginner who wanted to enjoy learning the technique. Many purist watercolorists may disagree with the inclusion of white, but I found it useful for adding details and experimenting with pastel colors. The ability to experiment made it worthwhile to have in the set. The set includes two yellows, two reds, two blues, and two greens, each in warm and cool versions, plus three earth tones. This selection helped me learn how to mix colors to get the shades I wanted. Initially, seeing a palette of 48 colors was overwhelming, but this smaller set was more manageable. I would have preferred if they had included the pigment numbers on the side, but it only lists the color names. However, you can find this information on the official Winsor & Newton website. - Brush: I still have the brush that came with the set, but it's not for daily use. It serves the set's main purpose, which is to make sketches, but I usually painted on 9x12 inches paper (the size of the notebook I bought at the time), so I often used larger brushes. The round brush is of decent quality and good for making details. I'm very happy to have learned the basics of watercolor technique with this set. Below, I will share the pigments for this set, if it helps anyone: - Lemon Yellow Hue: PY175 - Cadmium Yellow Hue: PY65, PY97 - Cadmium Red Pale Hue: PR255, PY65 - Alizarin Crimson Hue: PR206 - Ultramarine: PB29 - Intense Blue (Phthalo Blue): PB15 - Viridian Hue: PG7 - Sap Green: PB15, PG7, PY139 - Yellow Ochre: PY42 - Burnt Sienna: PR101 - Burnt Umber: PBr7, PY42 - Chinese White: PW5

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love this Cotman Set!
*by M***Z on April 18, 2026*

Wonderful set of paints! I bought them last minute for a class, realizing my watercolors in tubes were left behind in another state - ugh! Our local art supply store was out of stock & the closest one in stock was 2 hrs away roundtrip. They were delivered promptly overnight - I was so relieved! This set had all but 2 colors on my supply list, so it was a huge savings from buying individual tubes. Other students were asking me what kind of paints I was using. Colors are vibrant and they mix & move beautifully throughout a full range of techniques. Loved working with them! I’m still learning & this is just the first layer in a simple Canson cold pressed watercolor practice book, but I think I’m hooked!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great and extremely complete watercolor kit
*by G***N on October 4, 2025*

This is a great set of watercolors, and I love the built in palettes for mixing and diluting. The range of colors has even more than I need, the colors look great, and it was a great upgrade for me as I use a travel cotman palette for portable use, but wanted a larger set with more colors for home use. This is still quite portable and I take it to different rooms and outside very often, but it is definitely not a pocket sized kit. That said, I think it will last me a loooong time and I like that I can replace any pans that I use up so that I won't have to replace an entire kit (this is true of all the cotman sets I've tried). I've attached a few paintings I've made with these watercolors. I do usually use Sakura Pigma pens with them just due to my style My favorite thing is that the inner palette is EASILY removable for cleaning. I've had others where it's almost impossible to snap off the palette. This one you just hold it at the right angle and it lifts right out.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Winsor & Newton Cotman Watercolor Paint Set, 20 Colors, 5ml (0.17-oz) Tubes
- Mr. Pen Airtight 18-Well Watercolor Palette with 2 Mixing Areas and Lid - Folding Paint Tray
- Canson XL Series Watercolor Pad, Heavyweight White Paper, Foldover Binding, 30 Sheets, 9x12 inch

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