Top Coat on Paintings
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We're going to be looking at top coating options.
I am not endorsing and have not been paid by anyone for certain products. I will be as honest as I am... Even when I say, it may be the user - lol.
We're going to be looking at top coating options.
I am not endorsing and have not been paid by anyone for certain products. I will be as honest as I am... Even when I say, it may be the user - lol.
Supplies
Liquitex
Varathane
Zinsser
Rubber gloves
Varathane
Zinsser
Rubber gloves
Select Your Sheen
Although many artists like the look of resin, it could get expensive and let's face it, not many people actually like a super high gloss shine that is highly reflective.
Sprays like Krylon clear are non yellowing and if you apply light coats, it will produce a beautiful work of art.
Liquitex is expensive and well worth the price as a pour on or spreadable option. It goes on creamy and dries streak free clear! This product comes in satin to gloss.
I have tried the Varathane Diamond Wood Finish or Minwax Polyacrylic and cannot produce results without brush strokes. Today I am attempting to add zinsser latex extender to the Varathane, mix well to make a more pourable consistency. My plan is to then pour it on a painted canvas as a trial.
Sprays like Krylon clear are non yellowing and if you apply light coats, it will produce a beautiful work of art.
Liquitex is expensive and well worth the price as a pour on or spreadable option. It goes on creamy and dries streak free clear! This product comes in satin to gloss.
I have tried the Varathane Diamond Wood Finish or Minwax Polyacrylic and cannot produce results without brush strokes. Today I am attempting to add zinsser latex extender to the Varathane, mix well to make a more pourable consistency. My plan is to then pour it on a painted canvas as a trial.
Vividity
In this example, when colours pop with vividity, I am tempted to do the piece in Matt or semi gloss since it has many metallic paints already. It will help with longevity and against UV rays.