Find the Best Canvas Rolls in Australia
Whether you’re an emerging artist or an established professional, we’re here to support your creative journey. Our premium selection of canvas rolls for painting offers the flexibility and quality that artists, designers, and creatives demand.
From Belgian linen to cotton and polyester blends, our range ensures every artist finds the perfect canvas rolls for painting and can bring their vision to life.
A canvas roll is an unstretched canvas that comes by the metre or in pre-cut lengths. Artists choose them for:
- Flexibility: stretch it yourself with our canvas stretching tools or take it to a professional framer.
- Affordability: without the added framing, canvas rolls are cost-effective.
- Portability: lightweight and easy to ship or store in tubes.
- Versatility & freedom: cut to your preferred size and work without restrictions.
- Unprimed options: your canvas roll can be primed or unprimed for the ideal medium.
Art canvas rolls are popular with professional artists who want to prepare surfaces in bulk, but they’re equally useful for students, hobbyists, and anyone making larger works. Our rolls are perfect for exhibitions, commissions, or everyday studio work. Our rolls provide the freedom to create without limits.
Shop High-Quality Canvas Rolls for Painting
At The Sydney Canvas Company, we carefully source each canvas roll to deliver both quality and consistency.
Belgian Linen Canvas Rolls
Elevate your art with our Belgian Linen Canvas from Flipts & Dobbels, renowned for their quality and texture. With both primed and loomstate rolls on offer, you have a premium surface for your creations.
Cotton & Polyester Canvas Rolls
Explore our cotton and polyester rolls. Combining the natural feel of cotton with the durability of polyester, our blended canvases are ideal for a wide range of artistic projects. They have a smooth surface texture for crafting and painting canvas rolls.
Italian Linen Canvas Rolls
Discover our premium Belle Arti Italian Linen Rolls sourced directly from Italy. Amongst the finest available, we offer a variety of weights and textures, catering to diverse preferences and needs.
Why Buy Canvas Rolls Online from The Sydney Canvas Company?
Unmatched Quality
We source the best canvas rolls in Australia and worldwide, so every roll meets the standards of all artists. We stand by the quality and durability of our products.
Extensive Selection
We offer an extensive range of canvas rolls to suit every style and project. Belgian linen, Italian linen, cotton/polyester blends, we have the one for you.
Budget-Friendly Rolls
Our canvas rolls are competitively priced without compromising on quality. We believe high-quality materials should be available to all artists; that’s why we offer great value without compromising on quality.
Expertise and Support
Our team is here to help with customer service and support for any request. Got questions about our products, need help with your first order or advice on your project, we’re here to assist.
How to Use a Rolled Canvas for Your Artwork
Getting started with a canvas roll is simple:
- Measure and cut – leave extra fabric around the edges for stretching, and take care when cutting.
- Stretch the canvas – use stretcher bars and a staple gun, or take it to a local framer to get the ideal stretch and shape.
- Prime (if needed) – apply gesso to prepare the surface for oil, acrylic, or mixed media to create the ideal primed surface texture.
- Create – your canvas is now ready to paint using any medium for your artistic vision to come to life.
Rolled vs Stretched Canvas: Which Should You Choose?
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If you are an artist seeking a product for control and ease, as well as better value, an art canvas roll is the ideal choice.
Explore a Variety of Rolled Canvas for Artists & Hobbyists
Check out our range of canvas rolls and learn about the characteristics of cotton, linen, and polyester.
Cotton Canvas Rolls
Soft and versatile, cotton canvas rolls have a smooth surface for all techniques. Good for both beginners and experienced artists, cotton canvas is absorbent and colours blend beautifully.
Linen Canvas Rolls
Linen canvas rolls are the favourite of professional artists. Made from flax fibres, linen canvas has a texture and a more rigid surface than cotton. Good for detailed work and gives a classic look to your artwork.
Polyester Canvas Rolls
Polyester fibres add strength and moisture resistance. Smooth surface and minimal shrinkage, polyester canvas is good for all artists.
Frequently Asked Questions About Canvas Rolls
Yes. Most artists use stretcher bars, a staple gun, and canvas pliers. Alternatively, you can take your cut canvas to a professional framer.
Yes, if primed, painting canvas rolls can happen straight away. However, if it is loomstate or unprimed, you’ll need to apply gesso first for the best results, depending on your preferred texture.
Generally, yes. Canvas rolls remove the cost of stretcher bars and labour, making them more affordable, especially if you buy in bulk.
Belgian linen rolls are considered the gold standard for professional work due to their texture, strength, and archival quality. They have both unprimed and primed canvas roll options to suit your artistic expression and preferences.
