Collection: Matte Varnish

{"type":"root","children":[{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Whether you’re working with acrylic paint or oil paint, we have the right "},{"type":"text","value":"matte varnish","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" for you! Our "},{"type":"text","value":"varnish","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" can be applied with a soft paint brush or "},{"type":"text","value":"sprayed","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" for an even, streak-free finish. Mix with other art mediums or thin with water to reduce shine and create custom sheens. Ideal for interior and exterior projects."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Protect the paint surface of your favourite creation with "},{"type":"text","value":"varnish paint","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" at Art to Art today. Get same day dispatch Australia-wide. Before you go, don’t forget to check out our other art supplies, including artist paint, gloss varnish, and satin varnish."}]},{"type":"heading","level":3,"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Matte Varnish FAQs"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Is matte or gloss varnish better?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\nIt depends on your desired effect! "},{"type":"text","value":"Matte varnish","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" eliminates reflections and creates a soft, non-shiny surface — perfect for photography, gallery lighting, or modern aesthetics. "},{"type":"text","value":"Gloss varnish","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" enhances colour depth and adds shine but increases glare. Many artists use matte for final presentation."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Is matte varnish waterproof?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\nYes — "},{"type":"text","value":"matte finish varnish","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" is "},{"type":"text","value":"water-resistant","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" when fully dry. It protects against moisture, scratches, dust, and "},{"type":"text","value":"ultraviolet light","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" — suitable for indoor and protected outdoor display. For full outdoor durability, pair with UVLS topcoat."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Can you put matte varnish over gloss varnish?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\nYes — after "},{"type":"text","value":"gloss varnish","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" is fully dry (24–48 hrs), apply "},{"type":"text","value":"2 thin coats","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" of "},{"type":"text","value":"matte varnish","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" using a soft brush or spray in quick, even passes. This creates a "},{"type":"text","value":"satin-to-matte transition","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" and reduces glare without clouding."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"How long should paint dry before applying matte varnish?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\n"},{"type":"text","value":"Acrylic paint:","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" Wait "},{"type":"text","value":"24–72 hours","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" (thicker layers longer).\n"},{"type":"text","value":"Oil paint:","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" Wait "},{"type":"text","value":"6–12 months","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" for full curing. Test with a fingernail — no imprint means ready. Apply "},{"type":"text","value":"isolation coat","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" first on acrylics for removability."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Can I remove matte varnish later?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\nYes — professional "},{"type":"text","value":"removable matte varnishes","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" (e.g., Golden MSA, Gamblin Gamvar) can be safely removed with mild solvent or artist spirit after years, allowing cleaning or re-varnishing. Always apply over an "},{"type":"text","value":"isolation coat","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" on acrylics."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Should I use brush or spray matte varnish?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\n"},{"type":"text","value":"Brush-on:","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" Best for control, thick impasto, and small works. Use wide, soft taklon.\n"},{"type":"text","value":"Spray:","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" Ideal for even coverage, large canvases, and textured surfaces. Apply in light, sweeping passes in a well-ventilated area."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Will matte varnish yellow over time?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\nNo — high-quality "},{"type":"text","value":"matte varnishes","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" from Golden, Atelier, and Langridge are "},{"type":"text","value":"non-yellowing","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" and "},{"type":"text","value":"archival","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":". They maintain clarity and protect against fading for decades when properly applied."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Can I mix matte varnish with gloss or satin?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\nYes — blend to create "},{"type":"text","value":"custom sheens","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" (e.g., 70% matte + 30% gloss = soft satin). Stir gently; test on scrap. Use same-brand for best compatibility."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Do I need an isolation coat before matte varnish?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\n"},{"type":"text","value":"Highly recommended for acrylics","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" — prevents varnish bonding permanently to paint, allowing future removal. Mix 2:1 soft gel gloss + water; apply thin layer; dry 24 hrs. Optional but beneficial for oils."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"How many coats of matte varnish should I apply?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\n"},{"type":"text","value":"2 thin, even coats","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" are ideal. Allow "},{"type":"text","value":"3–6 hours","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" between coats. More than 3 risks cracking or trapped moisture. Full cure: "},{"type":"text","value":"7–14 days","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"."}]}]}