Mont Marte Clay Varnish - 120ml - Gloss Varnish for Polymer and Air-Dry Clay - Colourless Glaze with Glossy Effect for Pottery

Bought this to varnish some clay chess pieces, I was worried about the bottle size as even when people say “a little goes a long way” I tend to overestimate how much I’ll need- I did maybe three coats on each piece (because I kept adding details with paint, not because the varnish needed it) and the bottle seems completely untouched. That’s obviously not a ton of use but it does definitely seem like it’ll last for a while. When varnishing small pieces, it gets on your fingers and remains tacky (which means you need to wash your hands a lot as unsticking your fingers from the next unvarnished piece can rip some paint off) but it’s touch-dry surprisingly quickly on the actual clay pieces. It peels off your hands like PVA glue under a bit of running water, but the shine it gives to pieces is a lot nicer than regular glue. My advice would be to rest things on greaseproof/parchment paper as when I left some pieces to dry on a random square of EVA foam the varnish stuck to the foam and ripped the paint off. the pieces feel more durable now, less so small points or spikes but things that have been added on with slip or just by smoothing edges feel extra glued-down with this. It smells kind of funky but not like the fishy smell you’d get from some kids glue. Overall would definitely recommend, especially as it’s hard to get poly varnish sprays where I am and this dries quick and gives a nice shine.

As someone who’s started clay making this has been very useful to use Quick to dry and offers a additional layer of protection would recommend for small projects Little bit goes a very long way

Really adds a nice finish to air dry clay models. My daughter has made lots. She painted them, but some needed a little extra. The varnish really helps the colours pop and, I hope, makes the colours longer.

Simple to use, super glossy finish, isn’t too tacky

Best varnish I’ve tried so far

Good varnish for my clay work... But stayed tacking to the touch for a week... It is worth the week wait... Very high gloss shine and only gave it the one coat

I couldn't get on with this at all. Very clumpy.

This varnish gives a lovely high gloss finish to your projects. Its an easy to use water-based varnish. The advantage is that it is low odour and cleaning brushes is easy. The disadvantage is that you have to work quite quickly before it becomes tacky. For that reason its best for smaller projects like stone painting etc. Having said that, I love the quality of this varnish and the high gloss finish it gives.

Es tal y como se indica. Se extiende perfectamente, se puede diluir con agua para que sea más fluido y fácil de extender. Lo he usado en pasta de secado al aire y queda genial, con acabado brillante. Lo único “malo” es que en superficie lisa se nota un poco la marca de la brocha, al menos eso me ha pasado a mí, aunque no sé si es por el producto o por mi poca maña con los pinceles.

This stuff is the best! Adds such a nice gloss to any clay pieces and makes them look like they've actually been put through the glazing process.

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Ladies and gentlemen, crafters of clay and sculptors of spectacular masterpieces, allow me to introduce you to the Mont Marte Clay Varnish Gloss Signature – the shining knight of the clay kingdom! First things first, this stuff is like the fairy godmother's magic wand for your clay creations. You've spent hours molding, shaping, and perfecting your masterpiece, and now it's time to make it shine like a star on the red carpet. That's where this glossy clay varnish comes in! Imagine your clay sculpture stepping into the spotlight with a dazzling, crystal-clear gloss that says, "I'm fabulous!" This varnish does precisely that. It takes your art to the next level, giving it a glossy, professional finish that looks like it just came from a high-end gallery. But wait, it gets better! This varnish is like a protective shield for your clay creations. It shields them from the elements, ensuring they stay looking fabulous for ages. It's like giving your art a suit of armor to battle the forces of wear and tear. Now, let's talk about the ease of use. Applying this varnish is a breeze. You don't need a Ph.D. in art to figure it out. Just brush it on your clay masterpiece, let it dry, and watch the magic happen. It's so easy; even your pet goldfish could do it (well, maybe not, but you get the idea). In conclusion, the Mont Marte Clay Varnish Gloss Signature is a must-have for anyone who works with clay. It's like the cherry on top of your creative sundae, adding that extra layer of gloss and protection to your art. So, go ahead, give your clay creations the red-carpet treatment they deserve with this fantastic glossy clay varnish!