Brusho® – Sealing & UV Protecting Your Brusho® Artwork
There are so many clear coating choices on the market that it can be hard to decide which one is right for your particular project.
Permanent Additions
Because papers and most other substrates are highly absorbent, any varnish applied to the surface will soak into it and become a permanent, non-removable addition to the piece. Once varnished, the piece can never be returned to its original condition.
Change in Appearance
The addition of varnish to a painting can:
• Change the appearance, texture and feel of the paper substrate
• Darken colours with the use of a gloss varnish
• Lighten colours with the use of a matte or satin varnish
Varnish Appoication
A varnish functions as a tough yet flexible protective film over artwork. It is designed to reduce damage caused by humidity, dust, dirt, smoke, ultra-violet radiation, scuffs and scratches. Varnish also has the ability to seal and hold the pigment and binder in place on the paper.
Most varnishes are available in Gloss, Satin and Matte.
When varnishing your paintings, be aware that although an increased number of coats will result in greater protection against UV radiation, it also reduces the textural quality of the paper and paint.
Direct Application Using Archival Varnish
This option is the easiest and quickest in application but is non-removable. We recommend, using Archival Varnish whenever possible as it comes in an aerosol and allows the varnish to be applied without touching the fragile piece of Brusho® artwork.
We recommend applying no more than 6 coats of the Archival Varnish and always beginning with Gloss in order to retain clarity and finishing the last coat or two with the sheen of your choice; Gloss, Satin or Matte. If you were to apply all the coats in Satin or Matte the result could be a cloudy or dusty look due to a concentration of matting solids.
It takes a little practice – trial and error, so don’t do this on a cherished piece of artwork on your first try!
Some of the brands available are Krylon®, Liquitex®, Golden® and Lascaux® and many others.
Safety In Use
Care should be taken when handling all powders and liquids – THE USE OF RUBBER GLOVES AND PROTECTIVE CLOTHING IS RECOMMENDED. Precautions MUST be taken to avoid accidental ingestion, inhalation and skin and eye contact. Keep containers closed and away from children. Information contained in this publication or as otherwise supplied is believed to be accurate and is given in good faith, but without guarantee as we have no control over conditions of use and individual application.
Disclaimer
Due to the numerous variables in methods, materials and conditions of producing art, Colourcraft Colours & Adhesives Ltd cannot be sure the product will be right for you. Therefore, we urge, whatever brand of product used, users to test each application to ensure all individual project requirements are met. While we believe the above information is accurate, WE MAKE NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, and we shall in no event be liable for any damages (indirect, consequential, or otherwise) that may occur as a result of a product application.
Acknowledgment to Golden® and Lascaux® for help with this information on UV sprays.
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