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If you trying to remove varinish paints you will have problems with your acrylics paints. An isolation coat is used between the acrylic paint and varnish, but will still run if your paint isnt fully cured. If you add 3 more parts of the gel youll be away. Making prints of your artwork can be a good idea, you can either scan or photograph the artwork depending on size. Although I was always into art in school I just started doing some paintings to sell. The following is from the Golden Acrylic website: Polymer Varnish remains soluble in alkaline solvents, such as ammonia. Good one Lisa, pleased the extra coats have helped to even the sheen and give you a better aesthetic. I find this an outstanding website! It will effect the blacks though and make them appear lighter. However, this may change the reflective quality of the metallic copper acrylic. Hi Kari, yes you can add more layers of varnish ontop to try and even out the streaks, the number of coats will depend on the amount of surface texture/visible brush marks on the streaks. And as i live in Romania, we dont have any options, and i need to order my supplies from the US. Hi Maria, nice to hear from you, I havent really experimented with glitter on my paintings, but in theory, yes, applying the glitter afterwards would give you that sheen, the best thing to do is create some mini experiments with different varnishes and glitter ratios to see which aesthetic you like the best. Thanks Will, I appreciate the advice and look forward to continuing to Learn from you through your blog Andrew. Can I top both the acrylic and pastels with self leveling gel? Go over the sections that are not covered by the gloss? You seem to be the perfect person to ask. Cheers, Will. . A spray usually works best but youd have to be careful of overspray onto the matte surface, they might be able to be sprayed first and then attached? the only way to bring the painting back would be to paint over the white wash effect up to the black wording, thats very strange that the exact same paint and surface had previously worked perfectly. Will. Im curious, now, to find out if any of those are removable in ways that dont harm the base coat and if any are the same products as the more expensive artist products. One with palette knives, thick layers of paint mixed with varying mediums and/or fibres and the other by heavily diluting the paint with water and various flow enhancers. Hope this helps. I have been having issues with one of my painting techniques I drip paint onto a wet surface for the beautiful effects it produces, however, I have found that the colours are not fast and was really worried about varnishing them. Does this change your advice? Practice has improved my blending of paints together. regards Abhati. Sob sob. Hope this helps. Thank you, Regards, Kareina. When a solvent is used to dissolve the varnish, the isolating layer will prevent it from reaching the paint layers, where damage could occur. Any advice greatly appreciated. are most people using varnishes doing whole paintings? Its a natural product that will offer a slight sheen and protection to the surface. Ive done a MASSIVE painting 15foot by 5foot on faux leather with acrylic. As varnish has a harder surface than the dried Acrylic paint it helps protect it. I know its non removable. You might find this article from Marion Boddy-Evans helpful and this varnishing download from the Chroma website helpful. However, this cant be the the whole answer: acrylic paint shouldnt lift like that, still less smear. Cheers, Will, Hello! All the best to you and again thank you for all these great pieces of information. Any suggestions? Dr Lavers has given me some cigarette lighters that were responsible in part for the deaths of Laysan Albatross Chicks, just before they were due for their first flight. I would appreciate your help! Painting acrylics over the top of an oil based paint can sometimes lead to this sort of problem on tables, etc. I thank you in advance for any information and advice you can give me. Or can I stick with the Maimeri varnish, and clean a painting with that varnish with water and detergent? It depends on the finish you are after, if youre trying to get a deep gloss glass-like effect Ive known artist apply 30 40 coats, however, often one or two coats will suffice for most applications. Canvas and canvas board, yes, paper I would be careful with due to the buckling of the paper if it too thin, a light spray varnish application would work, but test on the paper youve used first before applying to your finished pieces. Hi Patty, the tiny bubble can come if youve miked the varnish, but havent let all the foam bubbles pop out before applying. Thanks so much for the great tip! Hope this helps and they come up sparkling! There must be a better way?! I have been painting and sketching since my childhood days. The paintings on panel were wrapped in 4 ply plastic, two layers of 1/4 inch pink insulation foam, fitting perfectly in a wood crate. Hi Will, I have been painting for a few years now and discovering new ideas and learning on my own. Acrylics attract dirt Acrylics are different than oils because they are more flexible when they dry leaving a softer exterior than oils. Hi Rose, you can apply another coat ontop to even out the streaks in the varnish. Some sites advise using an acrylic varnish, others a laqueur, another a furniture varnish and now I dont know which one to choose? Ive been painting with acrylics on canvases for years but someone has recently asked me to paint the top of a table. Let me know if you find out why its still tacky. So thank you so much for writing these! Its best to varnish sooner rather than later as the longer you leave the paintings the more chance there is of dust sticking to the porous acrylic surface. Just wondering if this was something you would recommend, or should I stick to brush method? Will the gloss smudge the areas where I used the silver? Im finishing up making a longboard and Ive put acrylic paint onto it and now Im varnishing it and i was wondering if it will work? Hi Krys, yes, ideally you would let each layer dry first before spraying the next. I will now try to practice more with acrylics only as it drys faster and gathers less dust since i live in a semi-arid climate. A second tube of smaller diameter for inner support. Thank you so much for all of your detailed helpful tips. I was told I can do it myself Eeeeee lol Can you please recommend what would be the best way to do this? If not, should the brush used for applying the isolation coat also be like your varnish brush and only used for applying isolation coats, or can it be any old brush? I am an amateur artist but do a some commissions for folk too. Can I now go over the glaze with the Golden Soft Gel and then apply the glaze again after? My question is can I fix this issue just by adding another layer of varnish, or should I remove the current varnish layer (I used the Golden UVLS Gloss Varnish) and reapply? Will try on sample paper Im using before I varnish the real work. As this happens, any debris present can become adhered to the surface and will subsequently require relatively aggressive methods for removal. If not, can I paint with Acrylic on top of it directly or I need to prepare the canvas first? Hoping to hear back from you. Hi Greta, if they are only tiny specks you could get away with just touching them in with paint and then re-varnishing. The gloss is permanent. The problem I am having is that after applying the varnish my white paints are turning lavender or pinkish if Ive painted over a darker color (especially black or red). Until then, I have noticed that when i varnish, some of them dry with a slight gloss even though i used matte and some dry very matte. Thanks for the tip about the sealer coat. Another question, I am thinking of making prints of my art work to sell and wonder what you think of that and do you have suggestions on the way to do that? If you are mixing the tow together make sure to mix for longer than you think so they are fully combined so you have an even satin sheen on the varnish layer. (the higher the number grit, the smoother the sandpaper) and then a final coat of varnish. I believe that I didnt leave quite enough time before varnishing, and that I also slightly over-diluted the paint: although I dont believe either was the main reason. There are 2 problems with using cheap acrylics: one is colour sift and I think I have a handle of how the pain I use shifts and can compensate, the other is that some paints dry ultra glossy and some dry chalky matt. Will, Do I need to do more than one coat of varnish? Thank you so much Will, I found this one on line, is this one ok? It was terrifying to think I had ruined my artwork. Odourless mineral spirit wont have enough strength to cut through the varnish. Ultra Violet Light Stabilizers, which can be found in some modern varnishes disperse UV radiation before they hit the surface of a painting. I did not what is going to happen? It will be placed in a big room with an inside heated pool in Wyoming, hence the humidity factor. The last one I used was by Liquitex. Cheers, Will. I put the Golden Self Leveling Gel on as a topcoat and dont use varnish. Hi Will I have a painting that is being presented at an art show. Thanks for your kind comments, I personally wouldnt use a roller because it can often cause the varnish to foam and give you lots of tiny bubbles that can leave round marks in the varnish surface. After using olive oil and lots of soap and painstakingly picking at the brush I managed to get most of it out. What would you recommend for varnishing something of this sizebearing in mind the usual school budget restrictions! Is it ok to apply a matt varnish on top please? If you do use the matte medium to seal your sketchbook it will act as a both a strong physical and conceptual idea. While brushing it on it seemed like it went well but upon drying it showed itself in bands the width of the brush. DO NOT roll too tightly as this can damage the painting! Hello! First, each of these three murals measure 8 X 12 so they are huge, which is a factor when applying the protective coats. Hi Will, Thanks for the great blog. I havent use either of the materials you mentioned so couldnt comment if they are suitable. Thanks for the great tips. Hi Molly, most varnishes will say on them if they are suitable for oil and acrylic, the Gamblin Gamvar range of varnishes are good. 7 Questions to ask yourself before varnishing an oil painting. Best regards, Cynthia van der Hoogte the Netherlands, Hi Cynthia, I dont think the varnish would come off with a light wipe over with a damp lint-free cloth as the water-based varnish from Maimeri is based on an Acrylic resin, however, they would be able to advise most accurately on the durability of the acrylic resin they use. The other was 16X20 I believe, and it was a disaster. I appreciate your help in this, and am truly anxious to get it finished and protected so I dont lose anymore!! It came out with a couple streaks that is very distracting. The finish looks great. You can intermix acrylic gels and acrylic mediums fine on your paintings. I have nearly finished a sketchbook for the sketch book project 2012 and I have used poster paints on the pages and I will collage some text and some images into the sketchbook as well. Planning to test on an old piece Im not too worried about destroying but thought Id see if you had any thoughts first? I wouldnt recommend a decorators brush as it will show too many brush marks, you want a brush that is smooth to the touch so you can just glide it over the surface. no? would you be able to recommend a clear finish to use with acrylic paint? Hi Will, I am thoroughly impressed by your website and its clear, useful information. Now I have a finished 1515 painting on canvas. Varnish is kind of a catch all word that includes everything from polyurethane (plastic) to shellac to lacquer (natural resins) all different products, all clear, some available in non-yellowing formulas and all having different benefits. Id be so so very grateful to have your opinion on the same. Do you recommend sealing the table with gel medium and, if so, what sealant can I put over that? I know acrylics over oils is a no-no, but its already done, and was a very thin layer of oil. What does that mean? I am trying to.keep the integrity of the painting intact not.destroy the acrylic. I would recommend using a spray varnish as it will be easier to achieve an even sheen. Alternatively, with a large canvas, I will prop them facing a wall when the varnish is semi-dry. Cheers, Will, Hi Will, Im wondering if you have any advice on sealing oil paintings. This month I have used acrylic on tvo commissioned paintings due to lack of time for the oils. Thanks so much! I wanted to varnish my finished work and decided to use Reeves matte finish. Told you the wrong varnish its Liquitex Satin Varnish so its permanent. a different varnish, a different application, a completely new approach or even particular ways of displaying the canvas), Hi Jason, all varnished will change the aesthetic final appearance of your artwork, so its just experimenting with matte, satin or gloss to see which one you prefer. Thanks! Will, Hi Will, I want to add a very thick layer, looking like Glass, very shiny. Think of it like laying a sheet of glass over your painting and then painting a varnish ontop of the glass, it couldnt take off whats underneath the glass. Please advise! I wouldnt advise using an acrylic varnish for a high use surface such as a tabletop. However, now I am having difficultly finding out which is the best varnish to protect it with. Because of this texture, I was wondering is it good to put the isolation coat with golden gloss medium or not and then is it better and safer to spray the varnish or shall I try and varnish it with a brush. Just want to say how fab your website is its literally a life saver! Thanks for lessons, tips and help. Finally, any advice you can offer will be greatly appreciated, as I am a novice in these endeavors. How can I gently and safely get the surface back to a smooth finish Or is it too late now to fix it? Will. I feel more confident now in getting this to Florida safely but will likely have a door to door delivery service as I would guess TSA would only mess us the careful packaging! I would like to start off by saying thank you for your many insightful pieces on isolation coats and varnishing acrylics on this website. I wonder however, if it will be a problem to scan or photograph the artwork later. Hi, I am a high school teacher and some of my students and I have been working on a traveling mural exhibit. Will, Hi Will, I am in a right stew here. Will. I shall follow your advice. I used Liquitex Satin Varnish Is there anyway of fixing this or are they ruined? Hi Jacqueline, is this issue just with the Golden OPEN paints? Your articles help me learn and expand my knowledge on painting and the best part is there is no end to learning. Hi Will, I am doing mixed media collages on masonite board using the Golden Acrylics. There is a video on youtube showing you how to apply Golden Archival spray varnish. However, if you are getting good results and are pleased with them carry on using them. Wasnt sure if an isolation coat is really necessary. I was hoping for some advice. Step 10 Affix the shipping label to the package and put clear tape over the label so it doesnt get removed during shipment. They also leave very tiny micropores that are left open to the elements and these again collect dust. I shipped 4 varnished oil paintings to Miami which were unpacked and exhibited (in good condition), then they were repacked and shipped to San Francisco and sat in the crate for 3-4 weeks. I request you to help me on the fininshing. Wear a dual filter respirator (NIOSH approved) and neoprene gloves. Hi Shine, it depends on brand but many varnishes need diluting first, it will usually say on the bottle or website of the the brand youre using. Spraying is not an option. I successfully varnished my first paintings with confidence and excellent results, and am now demystified. Too much pressure onto the paint surface and you run the risk of possibly pushing any dust further into the microscopic holes. . Thanks for the advice! You replied that you can paint on them when the oil is touch dry. Oops! Hi Lina, the matte varnish would have been applied but would have looked like a matte sheen, it still would have been protected, just not a glossy finish. As temperatures increase, acrylic becomes softer, more flexible and may become tacky. Mmm I see your issue with that sized canvas, what a painting! Does all the above apply to this project? I saw the question from the fellow who does huge paintings where artist size products become ridiculously expensive. The best way to test is to make a small (6 x 4 inch) picture using the same mediums and try with the spray and see if the final aesthetic is to your liking. Provide a more unified finish to the various areas of a painting 4. Hi Anne, Yes, you will be able to paint over the isolation coat no problems, but after youve made your touch ups youll then need another coat (or two) of the isolation coat to even the sheen again before applying the varnish. And I used Golden Gloss Poly medium that I had thinned a bit as I was planning on a couple of coats and stirred, not shaken it- it is about 80 % medium and 20 % water (the medium itself right out of the jar is fairly runny so I did not want to thin it too much) all of which fell directly in line with what I was told to do by this group of artists I only applied one coat, however an amount of the painting looks as if it has cloudy marks from the roller all over it. I have repained the very dark bits but am afraid to revarnish. Im trying to professionally varnish an acrylic painting. Have a read through this article on my varnish choices with acrylics. I dont understand what happened as I recently did the exact same thing (Same bottles of paint/same surface) and it worked perfectly! Ive begun doing a new one. Thanks! On a side note, its also the number 1 trick to making your acrylic paintings look like oils. Cheers, Will. It came out great. Hi Will, Im currently painting a large (1.2m x 1.8m) outdoor mural on marine ply with some local primary school children. Hi Elsa, gloss varnish should enhance and bring saturation back to the colours, its usually a satin or matte varnish that will add a fog due to the white is the matting agent. Can I fix this.should I put another thin coat on topI diluted the solution with ester when I did it by 20 percent. Good luck in bringing the painting back from the brink! Is there any way to remove the milky look? Thanks. Hi Will, I saw a youtube video of someone varnishing with a sponge and it was so quick. Hi Maureen, it could have been the flow medium, adding a varnish wont eliminate the milky effect but it with a gloss varnish it might lessen it to the extent youre happy with the finished aesthetic. Id like to varnish it, but am unsure how to go about it. Could I very lightly sand it with very fine sandpaper and then re-varnish? I havent touched these pieces for 2 to 3 months, how long does acrylic take to cure if it was applied very wet? I have a large oil painting on a wood panel and Im not sure how and when to seal it. (I normally do murals, not individual paintings) I have a variety of topcoats, all water based. Ive just discovered your site, and I have a question. I think Id like a semi-gloss sheen to it. Can I resolve the issue by applying another coat of varnish?? http://frogpondsrock.com/2011/11/how-to-make-a-dead-albatross-bowl-the-sketch-book-project-2012/, Youre welcome Kim, Thanks for the link to your post. This frosted appearance results from the varnish and solvent being absorbed into the support while the matting agent remains exposed on the surface, where it appears as a white solid. I have used different glues in the past including Matt and gel mediums, varnish, Mod Podge and acid free collage glue. I just self-study and been reading your articles :) I need your help.. Its just recently that I started making big artworks (34, 44).. My problem is.. the gloss varnish I applied didnt look even. or can I get away with just using a gel medium on top.I bought the Golden varnishes to try out since they are UVLS. Hi Will, I have just completed a large 24X48 acrylic painting on canvas. I personally havent used the more industrial varnishes on my paintings so it is hard for me to say with confidence. Its a common occurrence with matte varnishes as the white matting agent in the varnish often sinks to the bottom of the pot, so if its not mixed through the top of the varnish will be more glossy than the bottom (was the panel that has dried glossy the first one varnished?). I bought a product named Camel Picture Varnish (Camel being the companys name) and on the bottle it says not to use thickened varnish. Hi Dom, if its for a longboard and youre not intending on removing the varnish in the future for aesthetic reasons I would be tempted to use a yacht varnish. Hi Velma, unfortunately, once the varnish has dried on the edges you would have to use a varnish remover to smooth back the surface, if its only slight you could try a practice piece on a scrap piece of paper with super fine sandpaper, but sanding can tend to make the gloss surface of a varnish go matte and then leave you with an uneven surface aesthetic. If you have a matte/gloss combo from the same tub of matte varnish its due to the varnish not being mixed thoroughly before applying. I recently noticed that when you look from the side some parts have a milky effect. Im not sure what to do here. I have just finished applying a coat of golden soft gel gloss to a couple of acrylic paintings but I see I have got the proportion of gel to water wrong. Any advice would be appreciated. I assume that if I do, I would need to apply new coats of soft gel as isolation coats. The cake mix is the paint, soft and moveable. this is a childs mural and I am thinking that it may be more durable by applying a sealer of some kind. Hi Andrew, Windsor and Newton recommend using Winsor & Newton Distilled Turpentine which has the strongest solvency. So, ideally, you would paint your acrylic, apply an isolation coat to protect the acrylic. Cheers, Will, This is nice and all for most people but in my case I need something else. I cant match them to the shinery one which is no good since it is all one painting when it hangs.!! I have done this on a 30inch by 36inch canvas. Is there any way to revive them? With this in mind, I typically use gloss for isolation coat and initial coats of varnish.