Thanks Carol H. If you have any advice Id appreciate it. So although we might talk about varnishing our paintings to protect them, we arent actually using a real varnish to do that. I started using acrylics this year after reading about them on this site, and I still use the same old clear coats I've been using - Krylon, Rustoleum, and my favorite, Plastikote Universal Clear. Ive never used the matte so I cant describe what the finish on it might look like. (lick the sponges yes I am serious and then rub lightly or hard depending on the surface it will clean off anything), Ive found I really like Americana triple thick gloss glaze for my paintings, I love lacquer for my wood, and that polyacrylic for the floors or furniture. You've got this in the bag, Gather 'round our soul-warming collections, Dial up the charm with our jewelry making essentials. In our Facebook Group, the question comes up a lot about the best way to bring shine and a nice glossy finish back to the dried paintings. Ive been trying to find the answer to a query Ive had in regards to using silicone (or any oil-based product) in the paint to create cells. Hi I was just reading through and I have made a acrylic painting on a canvas tote bag and thought I may need to seal it? I did a thicker coat on six pieces hoping for a self leveling effect and no brush marks and all of them cracked. I use the same method as Dan. if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[728,90],'pickypens_com-medrectangle-3','ezslot_1',195,'0','0'])};if(typeof __ez_fad_cmd!='undefined'){__ez_fad_cmd.push('div-gpt-ad-pickypens_com-medrectangle-3-0');}else{__ez_fad_cmd=['div-gpt-ad-pickypens_com-medrectangle-3-0'];};In particular, we have noticed a spike in the number of people reaching out to ask if you can clear coat over acrylic paint so we wanted to publish a dedicated article going over this. Could this just be Irish luck? Im finding that I get brush strokes even with a fine varnish brush. When it comes to using clear coat with acrylic enamel, the quality of your acrylic also comes into play though. It crackled the finish of all the paintings, especially in the areas of thicker paint. dollar tree for modge podge, Your email address will not be published. After being told in high school that she was so bad at art that she should switch to another subject, Deby didnt paint again for 35 years. What brush do you use? So my beautiful white water wave is going yellow. Do the silicone additives leave residue on the dried paintings? Am I missing something? I stirred the can very well, and removed the raised silicone before adding the Polycrylic. Hello, thank you for the advice on what to do with paintings that have silicone use. I am painting a wooden easter basket with acrylic paints. What Is The Best Type Of Clear Coat For Acrylic Paint? Apply your clear finish per label directions. How long did you let your paintings cure? Definitely test over your paint on a piece of scrap! Ty for your help. I think varnished acrylic paintings are going to be a challenge for conservators in future. Carol what paint, mediums, do you use water or silicone? Im not from Australia. On top of this, similar issues can occur if there is dirt, grease or oil on your acrylic and you clear coat over the top of it.if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'pickypens_com-banner-1','ezslot_3',197,'0','0'])};if(typeof __ez_fad_cmd!='undefined'){__ez_fad_cmd.push('div-gpt-ad-pickypens_com-banner-1-0');}else{__ez_fad_cmd=['div-gpt-ad-pickypens_com-banner-1-0'];}; These problems will persist even if you use a decent clear coat product and are so easy to avoid. I am from Australia and am finding it difficult to source Minwax polycrylic. @Mark_G have you tried Krylon 5515. Hope this helps! Im still experimenting Lori. A word of caution: Floetrol tends to have small chunks in it, so run it through a strainer first. Ive used the Polycrylic on both glossy tiles (which are a bit like glass) and on pours on vinyl records and been very happy with the results. I look forward to hearing the result. I only use Liquitex Pouring medium with soft body and fluid acrylics. I get mine in the paint dept. You should use acrylic paint which is washable! Waiting for the acrylic to dry or giving it a quick wipe down to remove any dirt once it is dry prior to applying your clear coat really does make the world of difference in the longevity of the coating as well as the overall look of the finish. Neither of these coatings will amber over time, which is typical with other polyurethane type products. Hi! This item cannot be shipped to the following state(s): 50 characters maximum Fantastic! Thanks Lee from down under. The painting is covered in a varnish / resin lacquer. Clear coat tends to offer better and cheaper results then most of the competing products on the market right now too making it a great option. I notice Deby applies 3 coats and Ive only applied 2, so I think Ill try 3 coats because I love how glossy her work looks. Maybe snap a couple of photos and send off to Minwax and ask their advice. The cheaper ones offer a more questionable level of performance so we are presuming that you are using a decent quality acrylic paint and clear coat for your artwork.if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'pickypens_com-box-4','ezslot_2',196,'0','0'])};if(typeof __ez_fad_cmd!='undefined'){__ez_fad_cmd.push('div-gpt-ad-pickypens_com-box-4-0');}else{__ez_fad_cmd=['div-gpt-ad-pickypens_com-box-4-0'];}; You can use clear coat over acrylic paint in most cases without having any problems on a wide range of surfaces. Indoor and outdoor use. Sprays usually are best used in several very light coats. Maybe you can try the future without the simple green? Both claim non-yellowing. I have zero complaints, Shellac I didnt like at all How Do You Clear Coat Over Acrylic Paint? This will prevent the solvents in our products from reacting with those still remaining in a still-curing paint coating, avoiding the color running, discoloring or hazing. I thought it applied rather thick. Heres how I do it: Once youre finished you should see a thin layer of sealant covering your painting. is there any cheap sealing things to buy online?? The application was in the San Diego area with higher humidity. I built my home and use the left over tiles. Using the foam brush work the sealant outwards from the corner. I admit i like the mentioned epoxy coat idea over a dividing layer, but well aware of off gasing curing paints that would fail with a watertight top finish on my spray paint murals. Additionally, Krylon spray coating works VERY well! Which specific features you liked or disliked, and why. If the first coat has cracked, it really is almost impossible to repair that. Required fields are marked *. Oh that is terrible. I think it was because I poured it onto the canvas and perhaps didnt allow enough time for the canvas to cure first. Then the varnish. Then you can go back and re-coat with a clear that needs some ventilation. I wanted a 2-3 day outdoor finished job, or I give up on a sealer. Depending on your region and specific location, the various brand names change though even if the specific formula is the exact same just in a different container. I use a foam brush and float it on quite thicklykeep your torch handy for bubbles. Any suggestions on application? Ive only come across acrylic ureathanes, or something as durable as Bona HD floor coating, but it seems to expensive. You are not going to get a urethane like glassy finish, however it will protect the paint until winter is over. Thankfully, on sites like Amazon, it is easy to see the low quality, cheap clear coat formulas due to them having plenty of negative reviews making it easy to avoid them. You used a polyurethane? Since that happened, I take precaution not to pour on the polycrylic nor to apply too soon and Ive had great results. Somehow my last name got auto correct lol. Thankyou for sharing your knowledge, it is fantastic to know what and how to use paints and Varnishes. So if you are looking for a nice glossy and easy to use finish for your paintings, give Polycrylic a try. What do you think about this idea? For questions or concerns regarding recent orders or product availability, please contact us. That was interesting advice about allowing the acrylic paint to fully cure before applying the top coat and I think that would be good advice to follow whatever top coat you decide to use. I did a couple at home. My question is what do you think k about pouring on Old celling fan blades? It allows you to make the paint whatever viscosity you want and crates beautiful cells with no fish eyes. I use Gamblin products on my fine art acrylics. To go with a complete acrylic system to rush the curing time may help. There is no way of getting the lacquer off? Thank you! I love the Mod Podge brush to apply it with. It self-levels so it spreads and smooths out a little like a resin. The Polycrylic comes in matte, satin, semi-gloss and gloss. Krylon Acrylic Crystal Clear Gloss: I Don't Hear a Ball. So make sure your paintings are cured well especially if they are thick acrylic. Will give it a whirl one day. Wondering what the results were? Weve had a couple of people post examples of this in the FB group recently too. I prefer the satin but have used them all. Its not Hey Ginger. But its may favorite and I use it on almost everything. I know you have some really good art stores, so I suggest getting one of the artist varnishes designed for use with acrylics. I usually add 3 or 4 coats and leave 24 hours between each one. I finally found a tutorial last night (I think by Danny Clark?) Then I use rustoleum 2x spray colors on top of my acylic, so a clear finish that is compatible with acylic & spraypaint. I had to learn how to handle the resin as it can be tricky. There are a few clear coat products on the market that are applied via a brush but they tend not to be suitable for most beginners as it is harder to get a consistent coat over the surface. p.s. The only time Ive had trouble was when it was really hot here and I put it on too thinly and it was basically drying as I was doing it. I used a triple coat product but after several weeks it got tiny bubbles in it. I was going to buy new but what the heck stretch out the life of them with a pour of acrylic and varnish them. I will report back . Due to this, we usually recommend that our readers stick to the more established clear coat options on the market for the best possible results. This is why we usually recommend that you try to go with a product that is applied via a spray system due to it being much easier to use correctly.if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'pickypens_com-large-mobile-banner-1','ezslot_8',600,'0','0'])};if(typeof __ez_fad_cmd!='undefined'){__ez_fad_cmd.push('div-gpt-ad-pickypens_com-large-mobile-banner-1-0');}else{__ez_fad_cmd=['div-gpt-ad-pickypens_com-large-mobile-banner-1-0'];}; In addition to this, the more modern clear coat formulas also have a slight shine or tint to them when dry allowing you to easily see where you have already sprayed too. Am I missing something? To apply this product, however, you will need to allow the paint to fully cure (at least 30 days) first. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Our Facebook Group is the largest in the world with over 95,000 fluid artists. You dont need talent to be an acrylic pouring artist just enthusiasm, some basic instruction, and a willingness to try, fail and try again. Thanks for this Deby. Gamvar comes in matte, satin or gloss.
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