Finding the best acrylic varnish spray suitable for your needs isnt easy. With hundreds of choices can distract you. Knowing whats bad and whats good can be something of a minefield. In this article, weve done the hard work for you.
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1. Grumbacher Hyplar Gloss Varnish Spray for Acrylic Paintings, 11 Oz. Can, #547
Feature
Final gloss for acrylic paintingsProtective coating for paintings
Provides an even, brilliant gloss surface
Non-yellowing, transparent, quick drying and permanent
Made in USA
Description
Grumbacher Hyplar Varnish is a final gloss, resin-based varnish and protective coating for acrylic paintings. Imparts an even gloss surface. Protects paintings from dirt, moisture and scuffing. Provides brilliance with gloss. Non-yellowing. Flexible. Transparent, quick-drying and permanent. Removable with paint thinner or other mild solvents. Contains no fluorocarbons. Use only after acrylic painting has dried 3 to 5 days. Use in a well ventilated area. Made in USA.2. Liquitex Professional Soluvar Gloss Varnish, Aerosol Spray 400 ml
Feature
Archival; Removable; Glossy; TransparentLightweight, non-toxic and dries to a water-resistant, non-yellowing surface
Includes 12-oz / 400ml can of medium
Intermixable with Liquitex Professional Acrylic Paint Colors and Mediums.
Conforms to ASTM D4236; Safe for educational use
Description
Liquitex offers the broadest range of acrylic mediums to inspire creativity at every stage of the painting process. Varnish Mediums protect the painting surface from the environment and protect the pigments from ultraviolet light. Additionally, varnishes can be used to change or unify a paintings surface sheen. Liquitex varnishes come in several different sheens which can all be intermixed for a customized sheen. Liquitex Archival Removable Varnish Finishing Medium is a low-viscosity, very fluid medium. Apply as a final varnish over dry acrylic or dry oil paint. Increases the depth and intensity of color. Dries to a clear, non-tacky, water-resistant hard film that is resistant to retention of dirt and prevents dirt and pollutants from contacting paint surface. Self-leveling, will not hold brush strokes. Flexible, will not crack as surface expands and contracts during temperature and humidity changes. Resists discoloring (non-yellowing, non-fogging) due to humidity heat and ultraviolet light. Protects painting against harsh elements. For interior and exterior use. APPLICATION: Apply as a final varnish over dry acrylic or oil paint. Good ventilation is required. Application may be done by brush or spray. Generally a sprayed application will be thinner, smoother and more even. Rolling or sponging application is not recommended. Painting surface and environment must be clean, dry and dust free. Allow oil paint to dry for 6 months to one year and acrylic paint for a minimum of 72 hours. Varnish may become non-removable if applied over a painting that has not completely dried and cured. Liquitex Soluvar Matte Varnish contains matting agents that settle during storage. Gently stir with brush handle or dowel until completely re-dissolved. Do not shake. Apply 1-2 layers of Liquitex Soluvar Varnish. Let each layer dry 24 hours between coats. Visit our Liquitex Amazon Storefront for full product assortment.3. Krylon K01305 Gallery Series Artist and Clear Coatings Aerosol, 11-Ounce, UV-Resistant Clear Gloss
Feature
The item is not returnableProtects against harmful UV light rays
Non-yellowing, permanent coating
Moisture resistant
Dries in minutes
Description
Provides a permanent, protective gloss coating that will not yellow with age. Moisture-resistant and smudge-proof. Improves artwork and photo contrast.4. Krylon K01303007 Acrylic Spray Paint Crystal Clear in 11-Ounce Aerosol
Feature
Moisture-resistant and smudge-proof.Improves artwork and photo contrast.
Dries to the touch in 10 to 15 minutes. Dry to handle in 2 hours.
For use on paper, wood, metal, glass, plaster, ceramic, paper Mache, dried silk flowers and plastic.
Description
Krylon K01303007 Acrylic Spray Paint Crystal Clear in 11-Ounce Aerosol5. Krylon K01377000 Gallery Series UV Archival Varnish Aerosol Spray, Satin, 11 Ounce
Feature
Give your Fine art projects the maximum in UV protectionIncludes an 11-Ounce can
Made in USA
Conforms to ASTM D 4238
Give your fine art projects the maximum inUV protection
Caution-extremely flammable-vapors may cause flash fires. Contents under pressure. Vapor Harmful.
Description
UV archival varnish contains hindered amine light stabilizer (HALS) and UV absorber (UVA) for the maximum in UV protection. It is removable with mineral spirits or isopropyl alcohol for conservation purposes. This spray varnish works best on fine art-acrylic, watercolor, oil pastel, colored pencil, oil, digital prints, and more. It dries in approximately 10-15-minutes and is ready to handle in two hours. This package contains 11-ounce of spray archival varnish. Conforms to ASTM D 4236. Caution-extremely flammable-vapors may cause flash fires. Contents under pressure. Vapor Harmful. Made in USA.6. Krylon K01303A07 Crystal Clear Acrylic Coating Aerosol Spray, 6 Ounce
Feature
Crystal clear acrylic coating spray provides a permanent protective gloss coating that will not yellow with ageMoisture resistant and smudge proof
Use for photography, watercolor, charcoa pencil, painted surfaces, wood crafts and much more
Comes in 6-ounces aerosol can
Description
This crystal clear acrylic coating spray provides a permanent protective gloss coating that will not yellow with age. Moisture resistant and smudge proof. Use for photography, watercolor, charcoa pencil, painted surfaces, wood crafts and much more. Comes in 6-ounces aerosol can.7. Mod Podge Clear Acrylic Sealer (12-Ounce), 1470 Gloss
Feature
Easy to useWater-proof
Dries clear
Non-yellowing
Can be used over waterbase and oil base paint
Description
Plaid Mod Podge 1470 12-Ounce Clear Acrylic Sealer, Gloss
Protect decoupage and craft projects with a dust-and-fingerprint resistant finish.
All Mod Podge sealers can be used over:
- waterbase paint
- oil base paint
- glaze
- lacquer
- varnish
Clear, waterproof and non-yellowing.
Contents: 11-Ounce container - Gloss.
8. Plaid Patricia Nimocks Clear Acrylic Sealer (12-Ounce), CS200305 Gloss
Feature
Durable, clear coating that seals prints, also for use over paint, lacquer, and varnishUse as a sealer on bisque and stain-finished ceramics
Preserve maps, documents, prints, etc
May be used as a pastel fixative or over antiquing glazes and stains
An ideal quick finish for wood, glass, metal, cast resin or plaster; comes in 12-ounce aerosols spray
Description
Durable, clear coating that seals prints, also for use over paint, lacquer, and varnish. Use as a sealer on bisque and stain-finished ceramics. Preserve maps, documents, prints, etc. This clear, waterproof sealer produces a non-yellowing finish. May be used as a pastel fixative or over antiquing glazes and stains. An ideal quick finish for wood, glass, metal, cast resin or plaster. Available in gloss finish. Comes in 12-ounce aerosols spray.9. Krylon K01312 11-Ounce Kamar Varnish Aerosol Spray
Feature
Kamar varnish gives non-yellowing protection to any oil, acrylic or watercolor paintingIt may also be used as a retouch varnish
This museum-quality varnish is highly resistant to discoloration and offers superior clarity and durability
Extremely flammable-vapors may cause flash fires
Comes in 11-ounce
Description
Krylon K01312 11-Ounce Kamar Varnish Aerosol Spray10. Grumbacher Picture Matte Varnish for Picture and Oil & Acrylic Painting, 11.25oz. Can
Feature
Protective, uniform, matte coating for oil and acrylic paintings; Made in USANon-yellowing, flexible, and quick-drying; Crystal clear when applied
Can be easily removed with Grumbacher Pure Gum Spirits of Turpentine, Grumtine, or Odorless Paint Thinner
Spray varnish should be applied to finished works that have dried for at least 6 months for oil paintings and 5 days for acrylics
Not for use in oil painting medium preparation
Description
Grumbacher Matte Picture Varnish is a final varnish and protective coating for dry oil and acrylic paintings that produces a uniform glossy finish for oil and acrylic paintings. It is processed with acrylic resin and protects from atmospheric impurities. Protects oil and acrylic paintings from dirt, moisture and scuffing. Non-yellowing, flexible, and quick-drying. It is crystal clear when applied. This spray varnish should be applied to finished works that have dried for at least 6 months for oil paintings and 5 days for acrylics. Test spray nozzle before applying to work. Spray in slow, even strokes left to right. Let dry before turning work 90 degrees before re-applying. Can be easily removed with Grumbacher Pure Gum Spirits of Turpentine, Grumtine, or Odorless Paint Thinner. Not for use in oil painting medium preparation. Made in USA.11. Krylon K01378000 Gallery Series UV Archival Varnish Aerosol Spray, Matte, 11 Ounce
Feature
Give your fine art projects the maximum inUV protectionIncludes an 11-ounce can
Caution-extremely flammable-vapors may cause flash fires. Contents under pressure. Vapor Harmful.
Conforms to ASTM D 4237
Made in USA