Basics Matte Varnish

Name: Basics Matte Varnish
Brand: Liquitex UK
SKU: 887452054047
Price: 9.35 GBP
Availability: InStock

Protect and seal your acrylic work with a transparent, matte layer which is breathable, permanent and protects against UV damage

Size: 250ml

250ml

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£9.35 GBP In stock, ready to ship

Key Features

Adds a matte finish, protects and stops dirt build up
Dries clear to a flexible, non-tacky, hard surface
Increases brightness and color saturation
Improves surface durability - ideal when shipping or exhibiting
Protects colors from UV light damage and resists discoloration - yellowing and fogging - caused by humidity, heat and UV

How to Use

Before varnishing ensure paint surface is fully dry (72 hours-two weeks depending on thickness)
Place the artwork flat on a surface - always varnish horizontally
Stir gently before use. Use a large, soft brush
Stir gently before use and use long, even strokes, covering the surface top to bottom while moving from one side to the other - don't go over bits you have missed but leave to dry and then re-varnish area
While applying, look for surface bubbles by inspecting it from all angles and even them out immediately. Apply up to three thin coats, allowing at least three hours dry time between coats.

SPECIFICATIONS

SKU:	887452054047

ACMI certifies this as an Approved Product

Health & Safety

Contains MIT. May produce an allergic reaction.

Product information

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Lightfastness | How long will it resist fading?

Each pigment is rated on scale by the American Society for Testing & Materials (ASTM). Liquitex paints are all rated ASTM I (excellent) or II (very good) and considered permanent and lightfast for 50-100+ years in gallery conditions. Our metallic and fluorescent colors are naturally less lightfast.

Opacity/Transparency | We communicate opacity/transparency clearly on our packaging based on three categories:

Opaque: these colors do not allow light to pass through the color layer and offer the best coverage or hiding power.
Semi-opaque: these allow for some light to pass through the color layer and sit between opaque and transparent colors
Transparent: these colors offer the least coverage and allow light to pass through the color layer to the surface below.
Series:
Pigments come from a variety of sources and have different prices according to their rarity, processing and milling costs. We group our colors into a 'series' pricing structure according to how much each one takes to make. Series 1 colors contain the most inexpensive pigments, while Series 4 and 5 color contain the most expensive pigments.

MEET LIQUTEX BASICS MEDIUMS

EXPERMIENT. ADJUST. PREP.

Whether you’re prepping your surface, altering viscosity, or even sealing your finished work, Basics Mediums are essential for experimenting and enhancing your paint practice.

You can change color opacity, drying time and texture, and protect your finished work.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Other creatives have asked us...

Will using Basics Gloss Medium and Gel make my Basics paints high shine?

Using Basics Gloss Medium and Gel will enhance glossiness compared to the standard satin finish. For a wet-look finish, try Professional Pouring Medium.

Can I use your Basics varnishes on the piece I've just done in oils?

No, our Basics acrylic varnishes are for use on acrylic surfaces only, however you can use our Professional Soluvar removable varnishes on oils.

I just used your Basics Gloss Varnish and it's given me a cloudy surface. Is it faulty?

Cloudy results with Basics Gloss Varnish often result from improper application techniques; apply gently and methodically. Read our varnishing tips here.

Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 1 reviews.