Liquitex Professional Gloss Varnish, 237ml (8-oz)

My favorite varnish. It's easy to use, exceptional quality and it goes a long way. I got the Gloss one in the 32 oz bottle first, then I went with the gallon just because I do not want to run out of it. I have nothing negative to say about it. It does not yellow, it leaves a satin finish and it goes on smoothly with no issue. I know it's better to use the sponge applicator, but I use a regular brush every time with zero issues. I just wash the brush with warm water and dish soap and it cleans up well. The varnish levels up and dries very fast. I usually apply 2-3 coats, but lately I decided 1 coat is enough. More coats makes it look shinier.

I HIGHLY RECOMMEND practicing the use of this varnish before applying to a grand work of art as this can ruin it very quickly. I use this brands high gloss varnish to cover, protect and add a shiny gloss clear coat over my acrylic paintings. Even though Liquitex brand cost more it's worth the money for the end results. Other cheaper varnishes I've used have turned out to dry with a milky fog look, definitely not clear or near the shine level of what one thinks of GLOSS finish. A poor quality varnish can ruin a perfect masterpiece. _________________________________________________ I have learned a few tricks to create a glass smooth finish that dries 100% clear. Feel free to try them yourself. *apply generous amount on art work. *use silicone brush (reduces brush stroke ) to spread thick layer over artwork. *once cover in thick coat, begin to smooth varnish and remove extra run off by Holding brush almost horizontal with no pressure drag the brush across the top from left to full right past the canvas end allowing runoff to fall away from art work. The weight of brush will be enough to remove extra product but leave enough for the perfect coat thickness. Use light shinning off canvas to judge thickness. 2 coats will smooth the grit texture of canvas. * Any start or stop point of the brush will show up, so start stroke off canvas travel across to the other side continuing the stroke off the canvas. Over lap strokes at edge to smooth previous brush line. * Since product starts drying rather quickly, work fast and DO NOT ATTEMPT TO FIX ANY BLEMISHES or thin areas AFTER you've begun to smooth product. It will only make it worse. Can be fixed with another full coat. *i alternate vertical and horizontal strokes between coats to further prevent lines from forming. * Too thick = milky foggy wavy finish *Too thin= irregular shinny finish or none at all. *Mess with product while drying= lumpy uneven milky finish ( its sticky while drying) __________________________________________ personally i do about4-6 coats for a deep clear coat look. Its very hard to see in my pictures since yeah. the stuff dries clear. good luck and "happy little accidents"

This is such a great product. Although it is typically used for a finish on oil or acrylic art, I purchased it to put on top of, like a glaze, my unfinished tile coasters, which I had painted and stamped. Upon further review, I realized this product could withstand the cold of an iced beverage, it would not work well with heated beverages. So, I began using it as a topcoat for my handmade Christmas ornaments. Works like a charm, and a little goes a long way. I watched an artist's YouTube video to find the specific application process, and I recommend doing the same. It's super easy, but I would have completely done it the wrong way if I had not watcched the video.

Product arrived ahead of time; a real plus. The product is a good choice for any artist using acrylic paint. The somewhat hidden tip is: "Use a gloss varnish first. Then, ( when dry for 24 hours minimum ) apply a second coat of this same manufacturers varnish; such as satin or matt if one wants a different sheen. Product is very easy to apply and is predictable. I'd recommend this to any student all the way to professional .. why take chances with off brand or unknown 'one size fits all' products?

This dries quickly, appearance is quality and easy to apply. Cons: none Would recommend

Excellent worked as expected when following directions.

Worked as advertised. I wanted to put it on a canvas to protect it in my bathroom. It looks great and I like gloss.

Just like advertised… It works!

Very good quality. Very happy.

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Seca muy deprisa y,por tanto, no se pueden repasar las zonas que no queden bien a la primera.Preferible esperar a la segunda capa.Tanpoco se autonivela y es difícil que no se vean los brochazos .Tras varias capas el resultado mejora.El uso de un pincel de espuma puede evitar muchos de los problemas de acabado .

Die Firnis ist für mich eine hervorragende Ergänzung für Acrylbilder. Der Firnis lässt sich leicht und gleichmäßig auftragen und verleiht den Farben nach dem Trocknen eine wunderschöne, satte Leuchtkraft. Besonders dunkle und kräftige Farbtöne gewinnen sichtbar an Tiefe und Brillanz. Ich war positiv überrascht, wie klar der Firnis auftrocknet. Es entstehen keine störenden Trübungen oder Verfärbungen, sodass das Kunstwerk genau so wirkt, wie es gedacht war, nur noch lebendiger. Gleichzeitig sorgt der Firnis für eine schützende Oberfläche, die das Bild vor Staub, Schmutz und alltäglichen Belastungen bewahrt.

Covers nicely, dries perfectly. I use this to protect all of my acrylic paintings and have never had an issue with clouding or bubbles. Works like a dream.