Acrylic glossy varnish: advantages and features of application

There are many different paint materials suitable for different surfaces. The main determining factor in the selection is the material to be coated and its properties.

Benefits

Acrylic glossy varnish is used not only to provide decorative properties, but also to extend the life of the product and protect the surface from adverse effects. He gained his popularity thanks to a number of advantages, among which it is worth noting the following:

• Quick drying;
• Creating a reliable and durable coating on any surface;
• Does not change the natural texture and shade of the material;
• High elasticity and strength;
• Environmental friendliness.

Special formulations

Acrylic varnish universal glossy Kudo has a high level of resistance to weathering and excellent adhesion. Suitable for creating decorative gloss on plastic, wooden and metal products, regardless of the presence of a layer of paint. It can be used both internally and externally. At the same time it protects the surface from abrasion and mechanical impact, hides the defects of the coating. As well as any acrylic composition, Kudo varnish is characterized by excellent performance characteristics. It has a water resistance, a transparent structure and has no odor.

Acrylic glossy varnish for artistic work is optimally suited for the treatment of colored surfaces to create a shiny and smooth top layer, resistant to dirt, moisture and wear. This is not limited to its use, it provides the following tasks:

• Fixation of details of work done with chalk or coal;
• Addition to the gouache paint to obtain wear-resistant characteristics and increase adhesion;
• Increase the durability of coloring compounds and brightness;
• Acts as a binding basis for the preparation of paints at home.

Acrylic lacquer, the price for which starts at 200 rubles, is used not only to protect the surface, but also to obtain decorative effects. It is optimal for wood, as its composition penetrates into the pores and forms a dense film. It also features antiseptic properties, which prevents the appearance of mold and fungus.

What you need to know

Before applying the formulation, it must be shaken thoroughly. When applying two or more layers, if necessary, grinding can be performed. It is worth remembering that during the work, the air temperature should be at least +5 degrees. To create a high-quality surface, acrylic glossy varnish during drying should not be exposed to ultraviolet radiation and draft. Some components in the composition with long-term storage can settle on the bottom in the form of a loose residue, so before use, the mixture is thoroughly mixed. So, after the distribution of the sediment by content, the material acquires a homogeneous structure.

Composition

Acrylic glossy varnish for artwork is made on the basis of polyacrylates, or substances formed after the polymerization of acrylic acid. Compositions are classified depending on the type of film-forming component:

• Lacquer with thermoactive oligomers (styrenes, acrylates and other substances). It creates an insoluble surface, film formation occurs within 30-50 minutes when exposed to high temperatures. Perhaps the presence of plasticizers, for the dissolution of which hydrocarbons, ketones and acetates are used.
• Composition based on thermoplastic and high-molecular acrylates. Forms a reversible surface, the film is created for an hour at room temperature during the volatilization of soluble constituents.

Application Features

An acrylic gloss varnish is applied most often by pneumatic spraying, the electrodeposition method is used for water-borne formulations.

To obtain a uniform quality coating on wooden surfaces and to reduce the consumption, pre-treatment is carried out with a special primer or tinted impregnation.

The creation of a mirror surface is possible after carrying out wet grinding. That is, the base is ground after wetting and drying, only after that the primer is applied. Also, this effect can be obtained by grinding all the layers of lacquer, except for the latter.

Acrylic glossy varnish is suitable for renovation of the painted surface, in case of thinning of the previous layer. To do this, the surface is treated with sandpaper and soap solution, then the composition is distributed, it is also possible to apply acrylic paints before use. It should be noted that the varnish is bred only in pure water, without the addition of drying oil and solvents.