{"title":"Liquitex Professional Solvents \u0026 Varnishes","description":"\u003cp\u003eFinish your artwork with Liquitex Professional varnish from King’s Framing \u0026amp; Art Gallery. This collection currently features Soluvar Matte Varnish, a removable, mineral spirit-based finishing varnish for acrylic and oil paintings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eA matte finish for completed paintings\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSoluvar Matte Varnish dries clear with a matte sheen and helps protect a painting’s surface from dust and dirt. It is a finishing layer, not a paint-mixing medium or a surface primer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChoose the right varnishing process\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePaint must be thoroughly dry before varnishing. Acrylic and oil paintings require different preparation and drying times, so follow the directions for your paint system and the varnish label. Test your process on a sample before treating a finished work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRemovable varnish and solvent care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSoluvar is a solvent-based varnish. Follow Liquitex’s current instructions for compatible solvents, application, ventilation and any later removal. Varnish removal requires care and should not be treated as routine surface cleaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor surface preparation and paint-mixing products, browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liquitex-acrylic-mediums-grounds\"\u003eLiquitex Acrylic Mediums \u0026amp; Grounds\u003c\/a\u003e. Shop online or visit King’s Framing \u0026amp; Art Gallery in Corbeil, Nipissing District, Ontario.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"liquitex-professional-soluvar-matte-varnish-237m-8oz","title":"Liquitex Professional Soluvar Matte Varnish 237 ml \/ 8 oz","description":"\u003cp\u003eLiquitex Professional Soluvar Matte Varnish gives completed acrylic and oil paintings a clear, matte finishing layer. This mineral spirit-based varnish helps protect the painted surface from dust and dirt while providing an even, low-sheen finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemovable finishing varnish for acrylic and oil paintings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDries clear with a matte sheen and a flexible, non-tacky surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e237 ml \/ 8 oz size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBefore you varnish\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllow the painting to dry thoroughly. Drying and preparation requirements differ for acrylics and oils and depend on paint thickness and conditions. Follow Liquitex’s current product instructions for your painting system, including any isolation layer requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStir gently before use to redistribute settled matting agents. Test on a sample first, and follow the label for application, compatible solvents and ventilation. Do not clean a newly varnished painting with mineral spirits; solvents can affect this removable varnish. Consult the manufacturer’s removal guidance or a conservator when removal is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liquitex-professional-varnishes\"\u003eLiquitex Professional Solvents \u0026amp; Varnishes\u003c\/a\u003e collection for related finishing products.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Liquitex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46450077270250,"sku":"LQ3915070","price":48.12,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0704\/0349\/0026\/files\/884955020203-LQX-ACRYLIC-MEDIUMS-237ML-SOLUVAR-MATTE-VARNISH_Liquitex_Professional_Soluvar_Matte_Varnish_237_ml_8_oz_Liquitex.webp?v=1793077146"},{"product_id":"liquitex-professional-gloss-medium-varnish","title":"Liquitex Professional Gloss Medium \u0026 Varnish","description":"\u003cp\u003eLiquitex Professional Gloss Medium \u0026amp; Varnish, now named Gloss Medium, increases acrylic paint flow, transparency and gloss. Use it for glazing, collage and image transfers, or as a permanent clear topcoat. It is not a removable protective varnish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible with all Liquitex acrylic paints and mediums, this all-purpose medium works wonders when mixed into your acrylic paint. It intensifies colour vibrancy, increases transparency and gloss, improves paint flow, and adds flexibility and adhesion to the paint film.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen applied, the medium appears translucent when wet, then becomes a clear, glossy finish once dry. It dries to a hard, flexible surface that is non-tacky and strongly resists dirt retention, helping keep your artwork clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne standout feature is its breathability; depending on the substrate beneath, it lets moisture pass through without compromising the piece's integrity. It also adapts well to temperature and humidity fluctuations, helping prevent cracking as the surface expands and contracts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis medium suits a wide range of surfaces, both flexible and inflexible, including canvas, paper, wood, Plexiglas, and more. However, do not use it over oil-based paints. Overall, Gloss Medium offers artists an excellent way to enhance their work while ensuring longevity and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual Function: Works as both a fluid medium mixed directly into acrylic paint and a permanent clear topcoat, not a removable varnish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisual Enhancement: Boosts colour depth, intensity, transparency, and gloss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-Purpose: Serves as a glazing liquid, collage adhesive, fixative, and image transfer medium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormula Qualities: Dries clear and non-yellowing; remains flexible, water-resistant, and non-tacky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs a Medium: Mix directly into acrylic colours to reduce viscosity and increase volume without compromising paint stability. If needed, thin with up to 25% distilled water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs a Permanent Topcoat: Apply to a fully dry acrylic painting with a soft synthetic brush, using smooth, long strokes. Avoid over-brushing, as it can cause cloudiness or fogging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrying \u0026amp; Curing: The product looks milky or translucent when wet but dries completely clear. Allow the coating to dry fully before handling or storing, following the product label.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Liquitex","offers":[{"title":"Professional Gloss Medium 118ml","offer_id":46460082389226,"sku":"5004","price":20.71,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Professional Gloss Medium 237ml","offer_id":46460082421994,"sku":"LQ5008","price":32.07,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Professional Gloss Medium 473ml","offer_id":46460082454762,"sku":"LQ5016","price":51.53,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0704\/0349\/0026\/files\/LQX-Professional-Gloss-Medium_Liquitex_Professional_Gloss_Medium_Varnish_Liquitex.webp?v=1793247075"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0704\/0349\/0026\/collections\/liquitex-solvents-and-varnishes-lifestyle-image.png?v=1793078419","url":"https:\/\/www.kingsframingandartgallery.com\/collections\/liquitex-professional-varnishes.oembed","provider":"King's Framing \u0026 Art Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}