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DecoArt Americana Duraclear Varnish 8oz High Gloss

DecoArt Americana Duraclear Varnish 8oz High Gloss

DecoArt Americana Duraclear Varnish 8oz High Gloss
$ 12.52

Score By Feature

Based on 735 ratings
Durability
9.73
Easy to clean
9.51
Easy to use
9.48
Sheerness
9.08
Value for money
8.88

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Product Description

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Questions & Answers

Is it possible to get brush marks when using a brush? I'm making beverage coasters out of napkins. Is it water-resistant? Are you able to withstand water? Is it heat-resistant? thanks. ?

So far, I've only used the gloss, not the high gloss. But, assuming they're the same, it's water resistant, but I'm not sure about heat resistance. When it gets too hot, it may release harmful chemicals. Before using it for coasters that will be hot, I recommend contacting the manufacturer. Yes, stroke marks are used on occasion.br>br> I mostly use it to seal painted rocks, which don't leave stroke marks, but oddly, when I paint on flat surfaces like tiles, they do. Spray-on deodorant is one of my favorites. Super-shiny, flat surfaces benefit from sealants. However, I am a huge fan of this product for rocks. It's especially appealing to me because it's odorless.

Is one pack equal to one bottle, or is it more than one?

I'm guessing a pack is more than one, but that depends on the ounces. Some of the information is in Spanish, which I do not understand. Durant clear gloss is my favorite, and in my opinion, it is the best.

Is it possible to use this on an acrylic mural that has already been painted? I'm concerned about the paint peeling or yellowing. ?

It should work, in my opinion. It protects acrylic painted stones from yellowing and peeling, and it doesn't yellow or peel.

Is this a water-based product?

It is, in fact, a water-based product. Cleaning up is as simple as using soap and water.

Selected User Reviews For DecoArt Americana Duraclear Varnish 8oz High Gloss

It enhances the beauty of your painted rocks and ensures that they remain so! This is the best sealant for painted rocks by a long shot!
1- It can be used both inside and outside
5/5

br>2- br>3- There are no fumes 4 - dries quickly It does not become yellow with age. br>5- It is resistant to the elements.

Tiana Fritz
Tiana Fritz
| Oct 28, 2021
I'm going to yellow your art! I usually avoid writing negative product reviews
3/5

I attempted to contact the manufacturer a long time ago (at least three weeks) and received no response. I decided to give them the opportunity to assist me. It's a disgrace that they didn't respond. I've been using this product for about a year and a half, and I've been pleased with the results. Then I got a shipment that started yellowing my art, so I tried an experiment on a scrap piece of art, and it yellowed almost instantly after drying. I only had four bottles, so I assumed it was a dud. The same thing happened when I tried each of the other bottles. I tried it on both wood and canvas, and the results were the same. All of them have yellowed and appear to be in bad shape. I'm not sure what happened to this product in the last few months. It was once fantastic, but now it isn't. Not in the least. It says on the bottle that it's a 'non-alcoholic beverage. ' 'It's turning yellow. ' This, however, is not true. Be careful who you buy from. Your art will suffer as a result of it.

Ethan Higgins
Ethan Higgins
| Nov 12, 2021
Shiny to the max! This product is the best sealer I've ever used on my Painted Rocks
5/5

It takes a little longer to dry, but the glossy sheen is worth it.

Jordyn GODFREY
Jordyn GODFREY
| Jun 20, 2021
If you're pouring acrylic, don't use it as a sealer
3/5

This product was used to seal acrylic pours onto canvas. It went on smoothly at first, but as it dried, it left a crackling effect that ruined my painting. I'm sorry I purchased this item for my project.

Irene MIAH
Irene MIAH
| Jan 25, 2021
Concerns about a potential change in the formula I've been using this varnish for a long time and am familiar with its color and consistency
3/5

What was once a light milky color is now clear with a slight yellow tinge, which I noticed right away. It's also quite thick, resembling clear PVA glue in appearance and feel. If it continues to perform as well as it did previously, I will return to update this review.

Kora Hooper
Kora Hooper
| Feb 09, 2021
This gloss is my top coat on crafts, and it brings them to life! To achieve a satin finish, I mixed a small amount of it into my matter acrylics
5/5

I save the gloss for a clear coat finish if I want a glossy look.

Quentin Ramirez
Quentin Ramirez
| Jul 05, 2021
Love it! This book comes highly recommended
5/5

It took an eternity for me to find one that had the recommendations I required. I use Air Dry Clay because I don't have an oven and it works perfectly! The bottle may appear small, but it covers a large portion of the item you want to varnish. It's smooth and doesn't get sticky; I got some on my hands and was able to wash it off quickly. It gives your artwork the perfect sheen, and it comes highly recommended!.

Ellie Guthrie
Ellie Guthrie
| Jan 14, 2021
It's simple to use and maintain
5/5

This varnish has been used on a variety of projects, including: I volunteer with a group of cancer patients, so I'm always wary of using anything with fumes or that could irritate them. Duraclear has been fantastic, and I particularly like how quickly it dries. The ladies in the group have enough time to finish their projects with two or three coats of paint. The gleaming coats not only add to the overall look of the project, but they also protect it. It's absolutely fantastic!.

Frankie Bowman
Frankie Bowman
| Feb 20, 2021

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