Primers & Varnish

DRAW TITE PRIMER ™

Draw Tite Primer - Clear No Run is a penetrating paint primer and sealer with remarkable achievement in water based technology. Draw Tite primer adheres to porous or non porous surfaces such as semi and high gloss enamel, and vinyl wallcoverings in one coat. Because of its high water resistance, it is excellent as a vinyl to vinyl primer. Draw Tite primer is quick drying, odorless, and improves the bond of adhesives and patching compounds. When faux painting furniture and walls, this product is ideal. Draw Tite Primer - Clear No Run is also ideal for treating walls prior to applying wallpaper as it will make future removal easy.

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Quart	$12	Credit Card
Gallon	$35	Credit Card
5 Gallons	$150	Credit Card

Matte Finish Varnish

Matte Finish Varnish is a durable, protective coating that leaves an eggshell sheen therefore no reflection. Many old world designs, stone effects, murals, and some texture finishes require a protective coat but sheen would take away from the authenticity. This Matte Finish Varnish is perfect for adding a protective finish.

Applying the matte finish varnish with a brush or a roller specifically for varnish is easy. As in all varnishes, be careful not to overwork the product as cloudiness may result. Be sure to apply the varnish to a clean, dry, cured surface with proper preparation with humidity less than 40%. Use and store between 65E & 85E F. Pigment or tint can also be added to give a soft wash to a finish or to soften a color that may be too intense.

I received a call from a man in Newport Beach, California who hired an artist to do a faux finish. He was happy with the color and the design but it was too shiny and too reflective for him. The artist did not know how to tone down the sheen and asked him to call me for advice. She was new to the business and had used semi-gloss paint to give herself more open time. It was easily solved. I advised him to have his artist apply a coat of a Matte Finish Varnish over his faux finish. It cut the shine and everyone was happy.

Coverage: 200 - 400 sq. ft. per gallon depending upon surface porosity.

Quart $20 Credit Card

Gallon $60 Credit Card

MICA FLAKE VARNISH

Mica Flake Varnish is a satin level sheen protective varnish with silver mica flakes. When the Mica Flake Varnish is used on a granite faux finish, it resembles the type of granite that contains silver particles. It should be applied with a brush or roller specifically made for varnishes.

I recommend you apply the Mica Flake Varnish as a first coast, followed by additional coats of plain varnish It has a slight texture to it so each layer of plain varnish or protective coating applied over the Mica Flake Varnish will smooth out the surface.

Coverage: 300 - 500 square feet per gallon

16 oz $15 Credit Card

32 oz $27 Credit Card