Polyurethane Varnish - Gloss

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Protect your artwork with a tough, non-yellowing, and quick-drying varnish. These durable formulas provide a crystal-clear, beautiful finish for both indoor and outdoor works, preserving your masterpiece for years to come.


 Available in Gloss, Matte and Satin.  These clear, non-yellowing varnishes are fast drying. Matte and Satin Varnish should be shaken gently before use to disperse matting agent.  Over shaking will cause bubbles.

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Directions For Use

Directions:
• A coat of Clear Glaze Medium is recommended as a barrier coat prior to varnishing depending on climate and humidity.


• Use Varnish full strength. If thinning is necessary, add drops of Flow Medium or Retarder. Do not over dilute.


• Apply thin layers in a criss-cross motion using a soft but firm bristle brush suitable to surface size.


• Smooth coat with by brushing final in the direction of the wood grain.


• Allow to air dry a minimum of an hour before applying additional coats.  Drying time varies depending on climate and humidity.


• Apply three coats before sanding. Sand lightly if 24 hours have lapsed between coats to ensure proper adhesion.


• For alcohol resistant finish or for outdoor use, apply a minimum of 4 to 5 coats of varnish. Allow to cure a minimum of 2 weeks before use.


• If using a hair dryer for surface drying, hold away from the surface and avoid excessive heat which could cause cracking.

 

Clean up with mild soap and water.

 

Note: Not recommended for use over oil based paint or oil based antiquing finishes.

Conversations in Paint - Varnishing Tips & Techniques

Discussion and demonstration of a variety varnishing tips & techniques for different situations and also answers to some frequently asked questions. You can view the video here or download it to your video library in your account. To download it click on the image on the left.

 

Support Documents

Jo Sonja Polyurethane Water Based Varnish - Gloss LAST REVISION: 01/02/2025

 

Jo Sonja® Polyurethane Water Based Varnish Gloss/ Matte/ Satin.  LAST REVISION: 04/29/2024

 

Jo Sonja Medium Guide

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Varnishing Tips & Techniques

Discussion and demonstration of a variety varnishing tips & techniques for different situations and also answers to some frequently asked questions. You can view the video here or download it to your video library in your account. To download it click on the image on the left.

 

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