I'm a nail tech now for 20 + years. High shine nail products need some tooth to hang on to. So a very light buff with a nail file block pink or orange may solve this 2nd and 3rd coat problem. Smooth surfaces just don't stick together well. Great info.... thank you

Definitely you got the best result with the polycrylic varnish.

Thank you, Deby. That saves a lot of experimentation and expense. Appreciate what you've tested and shared.

Nice comparison of the three I do use the crystal clear spray myself and have pretty good results thank you. Also doing solid surface countertops for 20 years sanding between layers with a light maybe 320 grit may be helpful

I agree with you. I'll use the tin can. I was just looking to see which to use...Thks for the info.

Excellent comparison. I've used the Minwax, too. But my favorite is DecoArt Americana DuraClear High Gloss, Polyurethane Gloss Varnish. It's 7.99 at Hobby Lobby here in the US.

I read an article from Golden Artist colors (www.justpaint.org/understanding-the-techniques-of-pouring-acrylics/ ) and the author said... "At this point in time we do not endorse the use of silicone oil in painting mixtures that are expected to last. There are many reasons for this stance. Most silicone oils do not evaporate out of the paint, therefore they stay within the matrix of the paint and could potentially cause film formation issues. At the very least, the silicone oil will impede the intercoat adhesion between the surface of the pour and subsequent product layers, such as mediums and varnish. As an artist, you are free to do what you want to to make your artwork, but until we gather enough evidence that there isn’t any long term issues, we won’t suggest artists add silicone into paint." - Mike Townsend So yes, it was most likely that it is your use of silicon that caused the problems with the varnish.

Great video. I’m definitely using the can. Forget the sprays. Very helpful thank you! 🌸🌝

Thanks for posting another informative video! I have saved a ton of money since I discovered your channel, your comparisons are simply THE BOMB!

I would guess that the ones that are made for paintings don't expect more than one coat (or very thin coats) to be applied, since they don't want them as glossy as we like our pours. I was using the Rustoleum 2x gloss sealer, and it looked good, but I had to add lots of layers to get a really deep look to the finish. I've since tried Liquitex Gloss Varnish and I really like it. I can even use it a little like resin, in that I can tape up the sides and pour a coat to fill in the craters that I have on some of my pours.

Yes, Fish Eyes(Old Body Shop Term) aka Moon Craters from reaction to the silicone in the paint. Thank You For The Comparison

Sold on Polycrylic. Thank you very much.

I LIKE THE SECOND AND THIRD ,THEYVE PERSONALITY I LIKE TEXTURES

Debbie, I am in Australia and I have been using White Knight Acrylic spray. It being a solvent based Acrylic, I figured that Silicone would not effect it. So i sprayed one of my paintings (with no pre cleaning) that had quite a lot of Silicone in it.There is no sign of Silicone. You may like to try the solvent spray (with no cleaning) and then maybe the waterbased gloss over.

When you use the polycrylic, do you pour it on or use a brush?

You need to lightly sand between coats to allow the following coat to adhere properly.

The Conservation was made for artworks so that in case it needed to be restored at a later date it could be without damaging the artwork underneath it.

Have you tried to polish each layer with very fine sandpaper before you apply new layer?

Great information, thanks for sharing Deby!

On those sprays you should do a very light mist coat get a little closer than can says as the particles dry very fast and at times the overlapping spray dries before it hits the surface. After 15 minutes do a heavier coat..Wait about an hour before doing the next coat. if you wait more than an hour to do the next coat wait a full 72 hours for best results then again start with a light coat.Then the heavier coat. I use Krylon Triple thick crystal clear glaze in a spray can. local hobby shops sell it from $7.99-9.99 however Walmart carries it for $3.47 best place to get it.Hobby shops are selling it at a huge mark up..

This video was really helpful! I need a spray so I can cover my acrylic painted poly clay sculptures!

DON'T spray that UV stuff on a naked alcohol ink painting!!! It will reactivate the ink and ruin your painting!

try lightly sanding between coats on the conservation or try recoating a little sooner.

Extremely useful to know- THANKYOU 🙏🏼💕

Just found your channel it’s been very helpful 👍

How long do you let your original acrylic pour dry before using this finish?

Love this very helpful

Im wondering if a light sanding & alcohol wipe down between coats would help with the patchiness, just like applying glue to a smooth surface?

With my experience with clear coat gloss spray paints you have to give it at least 2 or 3 coats but let it dry first in between coats 😊

Hello, What is the durability of a canvas panting if it is coated , and also if not coated what is the durability of it ?

What's the time in the video when you show the minwax finish?

My paint always seems to have hundreds of micro-cracks after the polycrylic dries. Any suggestions?

This was awesome! Thanks so much!!

How cool, can use polycrylic on Canvas Acrylic Paintings?

Have you tried epoxy coating used in industrial floorings?

How long did they dry between spaying ? I think I'll stick with Krylon clear coat.

Thank you for this video

Do you add an isolated coat prior to vanishing?

Good experiment, thank you.

This reminds me, I've been meaning to ask you if you ever found a finish for tiles to use as coasters or trivets. Cuz I'm actually going to try making some LOL You should ALWAYS put UV protection on art acrylics & oils as they shouldn't be put behind glass. I use Liquitex UV protecting finish in matte, satin or gloss on acrylics (don't put acrylic on top of oils). Then if I want it super shiny I use 2 to 4 coats of Krylon Triple Thick.

Did the 1st tile with the smoothest finish have silicone that you had to clean off?

Hi thanks you’re video is very detailed and helpful 🙏 One question do you know what kind of coating I can use for a painting on a leather or jean jacket ? If so what do you recommend ? Thank you

Did you pour on the poly acrylic or did the brush it on.

Deby, thank you for the info. The Minwax Polycrylic now comes in a spray also. I use the clear gloss on small canvases, but use the Satin for my large canvases (12" to 24"). Do you clean the silicone off your canvases and tiles before varnishing?

So then the poly one do you brush it on?

Thank you for doing these test and sharing with all of us I wish I was not so expensive for you there it's a fraction of the cost here in Texas

HI, I'm doing coasters along with paintings but the Minwax seems to stick to mugs and glasses. Any experience or suggestions?

for my pours with silicone oil, it leaves an oily residue on top. for varnishing, do I need to somehow wipe it off? what do you do with yours with silicone?

So, what was your final recommendation? What about for canvas? Having problems with my computer and was not able to hear most of your video. Thanks for your help.

Thank you 💐 How many layer of polycrylic for that result ?

I used the Krylon Clear. The top broke off. I still tried to use it anyway. It ruined my painting.

Hi Debbie, thanks for trying those out, really useful stuff. From what you said, I'm getting the idea that, with the polycrylic, if it's left to dry for a month it can be used for coasters? Does it lose that 'hot mug' tacky feeling after that time?

Are any of these sticky after they dry?

If you were to wash the tile with the polycrylic would it wash off the sealer because it’s a water based,

Personally I had no lack at all with the Polycrylic even though I put it on with a soft brush and a thin coat.

Hi! Yesterday I bought a small canned the Minwax clear gloss water based varnish.. this morning the 2 items I pouring it on are now checked.. meaning cracks all throughout.

On your third product, I assume you had to do some scuffing before the second coat. Probably because the surface was so smooth. just like rain water on polished car hood, beading.

I use a spray clear coat in all of my paintings. I don’t usually pay too much attention to uv or non yellowing but I guess I should. I only have one painting that yellowed after finishing it with a brush on clear varnish. Not sure the brand. Thanks for making this video and your sharing your tips.

Does the minwax really cover 125 sq ft at the thickness that you apply it?

All I know, I used 15oz krylon enamel clear on acylic house paint the next day after it was dry & then it was greenish yellow, it had a chemical reaction.

thank you on the info on the polycrylic however.I have a 3'x4' canvas I was researching resin to put on it.Was thinking it may be to heavy to pour on the canvas.But if I can brush it on and do the polycrylic it may be good.However I would like to hwve some I've protectant on the piece..So I guess I need to research some more

I've always had problems with Krylon. Today was the last straw for me. I used tripple thick gloss and it got cloudy

If those are coasters they have to be heat resistant as well. Are any of these good for high heat?

What if you use a brush to even out after you spray?

Polycrylic would work with pouring that has silicone oil ?

The problen applications are operator error.

What do you use to clean off the silicone from the tiles and do you do that to your canvas pours before varnishing

I used some sort of krylon spray can varnish (clear glossy coat) and after it was dry for months, it was still sticky. Anyone know which one isn't sticky after dry? Is there a specific type I need to get? Its annoying because dust and hair clings to my project. Sorry, might be a dumb question, I'm new to this stuff. Any words of advice? Thanks in advance

Great test Deby. 8)

Have you, or anyone here, used Dorland's Wax varnish?

In my case Plycrilique make my white turn yellow!?

Can you use Sennelier Fixative for Oil pastels for acrylic paintings? All the art stores are closed now so I can't go out and get something else.

Hello Deby :) I'd like to say, thank you so much for sharing everything that you do! Your work is beautiful! You've been such a huge help to newbies (like myself), as well as, to many other people who have been doing this for years, I'm sure! I have a question. My apologies if you've answered this already in one of your previous videos, but I'd just like to know (roughly) how long do I let my painting dry before I apply the clear coat finish?

Wow! Thank you so much for such a detailed and informative video you were extraordinary in showing us on the camera how pitted they are or how they just came out not that great. The test one polycrylic it's amazing it looks it looks professional like something you would buy at a store, not homemade. I have a question about UV rays, I have very strong sun coming in through a bay window and it faded one of my tiles horribly. Does the polycrylic help against UV fading on tiles or canvas at all?

Do you wash/clean your painting before you put the polycrylic on? I coated a painting a couple days ago using this and when it dried it seemed like it separated in different spots all around the painting it had almost like a cracked effect/texture to it 😕 and yours looks so smooth with the minwax

I am trying to find out if you can put the minwax over the krylon glossy.. anyone know??? I want it to look way shinier than what I got with the krylon but scared to ruin the art

My God, what brand of hand lotion are you using? Woman, you should be a Caribbean hand model!!! Seriously, I want to know. I need that lotion and instructions only Deby's version of how she does lotion!... Pleasseeee. I have talons i swear. Well, talons on giant, primitive, cave man clubs. Lol I genuinely am interested. Yes, Really!! REALLY!!!I always say, "Who needs paper and pencil when you can just scratch a grocery list on the back of your hand with a fingernail? It's like God gave me a conveniently built in chalkboard!" ...Quite unsightly, however. Please?? I Want Deby's Digits!

I wish u had of showed us the spray with one coat!!!

Do you wait till it’s dry than add your finish

How does the minwax hold up to the heat from a cup of hot coffee?

Does it matter that the conservation spray was for oil paint

Appreciate your video very much.

Thanks for the info, where do you live in the Caribbean, I live in the Dominican Republic, having a hard time finding any kind of medium, was hoping for local, ordering is so costly, thanks again for sharing, have a great day,

Just FYI: Minwax also requires ventilation - Warnings: Danger: Contains mineral spirits. ... To minimize exposure, follow recommendations for proper use, ventilation, and personal protective

When I applied the polycrylic in a thick coat, I got a ton of little cracks. That doesn't happen to you when you splash it on thick!?

Where did you leave the conservatory one to dry.... it may be very similar to shellac paint that if not sprayed evenly it will cure more in some areas than others ... just a thought x

Very,, very good test video1 Deby

Have you tried a ultra fine grit wet & dry sandpaper between coatings?

Would you say polyacrylic looks like resin shine?

Is the Polycrylic good for tile coasters?? Can it take heat?

Hi Deby! I'm new to pour painting and, I have been following all your tutorials. I've done a few pours and, now i would like to finish them. I would like to add glitter to my finish. How should I go about doing it? Do I just add it to my clear gloss finish using a paint brush and, if I want to add glitter to my gloss, do I have to use a specific gloss finish? Thank you so much.

how do you clean the silicone oil out of the paint?

Good experiment! Do you think these krylon acrylic coatings must be suitable for canvas, and not for tiles probably?

Hello! What type of brush do you use to apply the polyacrylic? I've used sever different brushes and I keep getting brush strokes. Thanks!

Hi Is possible To use Polycrylic on canvas? Is protective The same? Ty

your not spaying the clear coat wet enough on the 2nd one. the first coat should look like your 2nd coat. Then 2nd coat needs to be nice and wet. i.e. thicker 2nd coat. it will lvl out as well and you can wet sand it down the buff with a drill gun and a harbor freight little buffing pad, for perfect glass finish. Just saying.

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Have you tried Art Resin?

TRY SHAKING THE CAN FOR 2 TO 3 MIN BEFORE YOU SPRAY!!!

Deby, hope you will be okay regarding Irma. Take care, be safe.