Polyvine Crystal Clear Lacquer

Polyvine Crystal Clear Lacquer is a perfectly clear, water-based, acrylic varnish for a wide variety of interior and exterior surfaces. This includes wood, non-ferrous metal, laminate, tile, ceramic, glass and plastics. It has excellent resistance to heat, water and stains. It has great sanding properties for an even better finish.

Whilst this product is a perfectly good finishing coat that producing one of the clearest, shiniest gloss finishes on the market, it can also be used as a multi-surface primer. Some examples of how it can be used in this way can be found below:

• Priming and sealing galvanised metal, ready for a top coat of suitable paint
• Priming melamine or laminated surfaces before painting
• Priming tiles before re-painting, or upcycling
• Can be used to prime and seal MDF
• Priming most other difficult substrates, using the product's fantastic adhesion properties

Please note: Polyvine state this cannot be used on uncoated exterior wood.

Ensure that surfaces to be varnished are clean, dry and free from dirt, dust, grease, wax, polish and any other surface contaminants.

1. Fill any gaps or minor imperfections in the wood with a suitable wood filler
2. Lightly sand bare or new wood to provide a key
3. Take care to remove all traces of sanding dust prior to finishing
4. Degrease wooden surfaces with a lint-free cloth dampened with Methylated Spirit if required

1. Newly painted wood should first be sanded to provide a key
2. Take care to remove all traces of sanding dust prior to varnishing
3. Older painted wood, where the paint itself may fail, should be stripped using a hot air gun or a suitable paint stripper, then sanded and cleaned prior to finishing

Always do a test area before starting any project to assess product suitability and final finish. Follow the manufacturer's instructions on the container at all times.

Please note: Crystal Clear Lacquer should not be applied over uncured oil-based paint as this may cause discoloration. When applied over an emulsion / latex paint, it is possible that it could draw certain stains through the paint which were not otherwise visible. In this case a dedicated stain sealer should be used.

1. Ensure the product is well mixed. Do not shake
2. Thinly apply 2-3 coats of varnish using a synthetic bristle brush or spray applicator
3. On porous surfaces dilute the first coat with 10% water
4. Allow 1-2 hours between coats. Will be fully cured in 5 days

Application equipment can be cleaned using soap and water before the varnish dries. Wipe any excess off surfaces with a damp, lint-free cloth. Any dried deposits will need a paint stripper to remove them.

Whilst a very good stand-alone product, Polyvine Crystal Clear Lacquer can also be used as a multi-surface primer. Apply 2-3 coats and allow to dry before sanding. The level at which you sand is entirely dependent on the top coat you apply, both grit and the amount removed. Typically, sanding between P120-P150 is recommended before application of a suitable top coat.

Regular Cleaning

Surfaces coated with Polyvine Crystal Clear Lacquer as a finishing coat, can be wiped clean with a dampened lint-free cloth. Never soak wooden surfaces with water or use household detergents or cleaners as these can damage the finish.