According to Polyvine, whose products have so far always done what they said on the tin, their dead flat decorators varnish should dry to a non-reflective finish over emulsion paints. Therefore in theory, low sheen chalky paints such as Little Greene acrylic matt should stay flat matt but be more wipeable – ideal in high traffic areas: to protect behind a sink area, or a small area of wall at the bottom of the stairs in a house populated by delightful but grubby-fingered children. Adaptable and easy to use – No complicated mixing with matting agents. Can be adapted to suit local conditions and vehicle variations. Similarly, over-dilutingmatte clearcoat may make the coat too thin, which will also reduce the final surface gloss. 3. Matte clearcoat application technique Use the same hardener in the repair that you prepared for the tests (do not use fast hardeners or thinners since accelerated drying processes can lead to surface irregularities).

The reflected gloss will vary depending on how the part is placed in the bodywork (vertically, horizontally, etc.). It is acrylic based and 350F seems about the limit before a decent acrylic binder would break down. Apply a uniform coat of matte clearcoat, trying to avoid cloudiness. Application factors such as the speed and movement of each stroke, the distance between the gun and the part,and the spray-equipment settings will affect the final gloss level.The MATT / SEMI-GLOSS CLEARS system consists of two versatile 2K acrylic urethane clearcoats designed to reproduce a range of low gloss levels for the specialised repairs of vehicles or areas of vehicles originally finished with a low gloss clearcoat over a single or multistage colour basecoat system (e.g. Mercedes full body Matt Finish). To allow for the normal gloss variations – due to colour, model, postion of repair on vehicle etc., the actual mix of the two Clearcoats can be varied to match the vehicle to be repaired. Can be used to cover all job sizes from Door Mirror covers and other small components to Full Body resprays e.g. Lamborghini / Mercedes There are alternative ways to achieve a bit of translucent colour and protection on heavy traffic timber. eg tint Tikkurila Kiva lacquer. or tint Patina with oil stainer. We have noticed that many Matt clearcoats are just not matt enough. This is because 2K isocyanate cured clears are very hard to matt down. To matt down such products very expensive matting silicas along with the correct additives are required. In practice, I painted a patch in the middle of a wall of acrylic matt (3% sheen). The dead flat varnished section dried in a few minutes – discernibly darker, and with a sheen.

If you want an even more elevated style, celebrity nail artist Elle Gerstein says you can create even more texture to your nails by using the matte polish to paint on patterns and prints, or consider layering a matte top coat over a metallic shade. “It dulls the shine and brings out the texture and gives it another dimension, but is still light-reflective. It looks like natural stone that hasn’t been buffed yet,” she explains. The long and short of it is, painting something with a soft chalky paint, then painting a varnish over it, and expecting it to look soft and chalky, is working against the paint – not with it. So, if there are any suggestions for a matt clear acrylic, which works without problems, I'd be happy to hear them, together with information on the preferred thinner, if required.The Polyvine decorator varnish range is suitable for wallpaper that doesn’t have a coating on it already. You should always try a sample area out of sight first. Heat resisting varnish, not sure there is such a thing. Up to normal high temperatures (think the hottest radiator) water borne paints will perform fine. Acrylic varnish like a Polyvine would not yellow which is probably an advantage to protect the integrity of your artwork. Clear coat determines the gloss degree of your car, motorcycle, caravan or any other vehicle. Matt automotive clear car paint makes your car look more glamorous. However, there are other functional advantages that are of greater importance. One major advantage is that this clear coat matte provides protection from the sun and ultraviolet rays that cause the car paint to fade. Hence, your car paint appears new for a longer period of time. Matt clear varnish aerosol is a clear transparent hard protective finish or film. It is applied over car spray paints as a final step to achieve a film forprotection. 1 Component Matt Clear Coat in Spray Can Since Humbrol folded, the paints have been made at various factories, retaining the brand name, and have never been as good as the original. This particular colour used to be reasonable, but lately, in the last three or four years, it's been bl**dy awful, never drying with an even, satin finish, no matter whether applied by brush or airbrush, and I think this is having an effect on the clear coats, both gloss and matt. POR-15 ® Matte Clear Coat seals in any colour or patina for a custom low sheen look with amazing results. POR-15 ® Matte Clear Coat is specifically designed to deliver an extreme level of resistance to scuffing and burnishing, and be a leader in waterborne and even traditional matte clear coatings. POR-15 ® Matte Clear Coat is formulated with a low VOC, Waterborne Polyurethane Clear Coat Technology that is silica-free. POR-15 ® Matte Clear Coat has excellent weathering properties and can be used on any substrate that can be cleared with a traditional clear coat.

I have used the satin finish to protect handles / knobs painted with matt emulsion from sample pots. I wipe it on with the velour taken from a paint pad. Several coats works great. The charm of chalky paints is the battered patina which comes with normal use. You can get a small measure of durability by waxing and varnishing, but then it will look like a shiny paint. In this case, my advice is to get rid of the chalky paint and paint two coats of a genuinely hard wearing oil-based satin. I've specified 'acrylic', as enamel and polyurethane matt clear coats tend to 'yellow' with age, once applied. Too much hardener will increase the final gloss. Similarly, too little may reduce the sheen of the clearcoat.Kirby, thanks for the suggestion of Gunze - I haven't seen it at any of the usual outlets here in the UK, but I'll look around for it.