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Liquitex BASICS Gloss Varnish Review

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By Best Choice team
Checked icon Last updated - June 8, 2025
9.5

Verdict overview

  • worth the money 9.3
  • Simple to use 9.6
  • Easy to use 9.4
  • for starters 9.9
  • Sheerness 9.1
  • Simple to clean 9.9
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Pros
  • Protects paintings with clear, non-yellowing finish.
  • Enhances color saturation and brightness.
  • Ideal for flexible or rigid supports.
Cons
  • Price may be high.

Tech specs

coverageAdds a gloss sheen, protects and stops dirt build up, Dries clear to a flexible, non-tacky, hard surface, Increases brightness and color saturation, Improves surface durability - ideal when shipping or exhibiting, Protects colors from UV light damage, Resists discoloration - yellowing and fogging - caused by humidity, heat and UV, Use on flexible or rigid supports
product dimensions5.9 x 2.2 x 2.2 inches
item formLiquid
customer reviews4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 8,491 ratings 4.7 out of 5 stars
liquid volume250 Milliliters

Product Overview

I recently used the Liquitex Basics Gloss Varnish for a project I was working on and I am very impressed with the results. This product is great for both interior and exterior use, and it is perfect for protecting finished paintings from dirt, dust, and UV light damage. The 8.45 Fl Oz bottle comes with everything you need to apply the Gloss Varnish to your projects, and it is easy to mix with matte varnish to vary the finish sheen.

I found that this product is perfect for those who are looking for an easy to use varnish that will provide a professional finish. The varnish goes on smoothly and provides an even coverage that dries quickly and leaves a clear, non yellowing finish. Additionally, this product is ACMI certified and conforms to ASTM d4236 making it safe for educational use.

The gloss varnish is best applied with a large soft brush and can be used on all acrylic surfaces. It adds a gloss sheen, protects against dirt build up, increases brightness and color saturation, improves surface durability, resists discoloration caused by humidity, heat, or UV light, and makes sure colors remain vibrant when shipping or exhibiting.

Overall, I am very pleased with my experience using Liquitex Basics Gloss Varnish. It was easy to use and provided an excellent professional finish that was exactly what I needed for my project. Additionally, the 8.45 Fl Oz bottle offers plenty of product so you can use it multiple times without worrying about running out too soon. I would highly recommend this product to anyone looking for a high quality gloss varnish that provides excellent results every time!

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