{"product_id":"liquitex-barniz-brillante-3-78-l","title":"Liquitex Gloss Varnish · 3.78 L","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLiquitex Professional Gloss Varnish, 3.78 L Tub — Permanent Acrylic Varnish for the Final Finish of Acrylic Artwork\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% acrylic polymer\u003c\/strong\u003e varnish with a \u003cstrong\u003egloss finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, for the final varnishing of work painted with acrylic colours and mediums. It is a \u003cstrong\u003epermanent varnish\u003c\/strong\u003e: once applied it cannot be removed. In the container it is a white liquid, between semi-opaque and translucent; as it dries it becomes \u003cstrong\u003etransparent\u003c\/strong\u003e and forms a flexible, hard, non-tacky film.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinal varnishing of acrylic artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e: it seals the surface with a glossy, breathable acrylic layer that protects against damage from ultraviolet (UV) radiation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvening out the gloss\u003c\/strong\u003e of the surface, increasing colour saturation and protecting the work from dust and dirt, like the other varnishes in the range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWork that is to be transported or exhibited\u003c\/strong\u003e: it improves the resistance of the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndoor and outdoor work\u003c\/strong\u003e: it is designed for both uses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjusting the degree of gloss\u003c\/strong\u003e by mixing it with the ultra-gloss, satin and matte varnishes in the same range. Mix without whisking: trapped air clouds the film.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose Liquitex Professional Gloss Varnish?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% acrylic polymer\u003c\/strong\u003e: white when wet, transparent when dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes not yellow\u003c\/strong\u003e and resists the hazing caused by humidity, heat and ultraviolet (UV) radiation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater-resistant once dry\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a flexible, hard, non-tacky film.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3.78 L tub\u003c\/strong\u003e: as a general rule for the liquid varnishes in the range, one gallon (3.78 L) covers about \u003cstrong\u003e37 m²\u003c\/strong\u003e. The figure is approximate: it varies with the thickness of the coats and with the support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in France.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePresentation and storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePresentation: \u003cstrong\u003e3.78 L tub (1 US gallon) with lid and handle\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep in the original container, tightly closed, in a cool, ventilated place, away from direct sunlight and sources of heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProducts in the range must be stored \u003cstrong\u003eabove −12 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e: below that they crystallise irreversibly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShelf life: \u003cstrong\u003e5 to 7 years\u003c\/strong\u003e for the products in the range, at room temperature, with the container tightly closed and not contaminated with tap water or dirty tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTools are wiped with paper or a cloth and washed with lukewarm water and soap before the varnish dries. Leftovers are not poured down the drain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLiquitex belongs to the Colart group.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to apply it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt is a permanent varnish, a final protective coat.\u003c\/strong\u003e For that reason, a test on a small area is done first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor acrylic colours and mediums\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the paint completely dry: 72 hours to 2 weeks, depending on thickness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse it as supplied, stirred gently\u003c\/strong\u003e: with no water and without shaking the container, the dry film is clean, with no bubbles or haze.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApply with a brush\u003c\/strong\u003e, in long, even strokes from top to bottom, working from one side to the other, in a ventilated, dust-free space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo to three thin coats.\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow a minimum of 3 hours of drying between coats; waiting 24 hours is the safest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn area left uncovered is varnished once the coat is dry\u003c\/strong\u003e: this keeps the film transparent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSafety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContains 2-Methylisothiazol-3(2H)-one, adipic acid dihydrazide (adipohydrazide). May produce an allergic reaction.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse with good ventilation. Do not eat, drink or smoke while using it and wash your hands afterwards. In case of contact with eyes, rinse with water. In case of contact with skin, wash with plenty of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"innv-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan the varnish be removed once dry?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"innv-faq__a\"\u003eNo. It is a permanent varnish: once applied it cannot be removed. For that reason, a test on a small area beforehand is recommended.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow long should I wait before varnishing an acrylic?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"innv-faq__a\"\u003eUntil the paint is completely dry: 72 hours to 2 weeks, depending on thickness.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow many coats are applied and how long should I wait between them?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"innv-faq__a\"\u003eTwo to three thin coats. Allow a minimum of 3 hours of drying between coats; waiting 24 hours is the safest.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan it be diluted with water?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"innv-faq__a\"\u003eNo. Diluting it, shaking the container or going over the same area repeatedly produces bubbles on the surface and a hazy look when dry. Stir gently before use.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is it applied with?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"innv-faq__a\"\u003eWith a brush, with long, even strokes from top to bottom, working from one side to the other. Do not apply with a roller or a foam brush.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhy is it white in the tub?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"innv-faq__a\"\u003eWhen wet it is a white liquid, between semi-opaque and translucent. As it dries it becomes transparent.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat area does the 3.78 L tub cover?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"innv-faq__a\"\u003eAs a general rule for the liquid varnishes in the range, one gallon (3.78 L) covers about 37 m². The figure is approximate: it varies with the thickness of the coats and with the support.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan a tailor-made satin finish be achieved?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"innv-faq__a\"\u003eYes. It can be mixed with the ultra-gloss, satin and matte varnishes in the same range to adjust the degree of gloss. Mix without whisking: trapped air clouds the film.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAny questions?\u003c\/strong\u003e Message us on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/34614504565\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eWhatsApp\u003c\/a\u003e, visit \u003ca href=\"\/en\"\u003einnovart.art\u003c\/a\u003e or email us at \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@innovart.art\"\u003einfo@innovart.art\u003c\/a\u003e and we will advise you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cstyle\u003e.innv-faq{margin-top:8px;}.innv-faq details{border:1px solid #e5e2dc;border-radius:8px;margin:0 0 10px;background:#fff;}.innv-faq summary{cursor:pointer;list-style:none;padding:14px 46px 14px 16px;position:relative;font-weight:700;}.innv-faq summary::-webkit-details-marker{display:none;}.innv-faq summary::after{content:'+';position:absolute;right:16px;top:50%;transform:translateY(-50%);font-size:1.4em;line-height:1;color:#00494f;}.innv-faq details[open] summary::after{content:'\\2013';}.innv-faq details[open] summary{border-bottom:1px solid #efece6;}.innv-faq summary:hover{background:#faf8f5;}.innv-faq__a{padding:12px 16px 16px;margin:0;}\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Liquitex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54249907945819,"sku":"6236","price":167.71,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/8441\/2251\/files\/87847.jpg?v=1792741545","url":"https:\/\/innovart.art\/en\/products\/liquitex-barniz-brillante-3-78-l","provider":"Innovart","version":"1.0","type":"link"}