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Fiddes Clear Glaze

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Fiddes Clear Glaze

4.9/5 (52 reviews)
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A traditional polyurethane glaze with high wear and durability properties.

Features

  • A solvent-based, high-build polyurethane varnish for interior wood
  • Suitable for interior bar tops, doors, floors, panels and joinery
  • Excellent resistance to scratches, scuffs and liquid spills
  • Dries to a clear finish in a range of sheen levels
  • Very High VOC
Brand
Fiddes
Drying time
4 hrs
No. of coats
3 coats
Size
1L, 2.5L, 5L
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Overview

Fiddes Clear Glaze is perfect for a wide range of interior wood projects that demand a high level of protection. Suitable for interior doors, floors, kitchen worktops, paneling and joinery. Especially recommended for table and bar tops in restaurants, pubs and clubs where durability and quality of finish are the primary requirements. Ideal for applying on top of solvent or water-based wood stains.

Preparation

Ensure that surfaces to be varnished are clean, dry and free from surface dirt, debris and other contaminates.

  1. All previous coatings such as paints, varnishes, waxes and oils must be completely removed
  2. Sand the wood with a medium grit sandpaper such as 120 to 220-240 grit as required, removing any sanding dust
  3. Fill any gaps or splits in the wood surface
  4. Wipe surfaces down with methylated spirit to de-grease

Application

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

Ensure good ventilation when using this product. Either apply outside where possible or ensure that windows and doors are open. When applying to a dense exotic hardwoods such as beech, teak or iroko, the first coat can be thinned with a good quality white spirit by 10-15% to aid adhesion to the wood.

Stir thoroughly prior and periodically during application.

  1. Apply with a natural bristled brush
  2. Apply the first coat thinly and evenly along the wood grain and allow to fully dry
  3. Lightly de-nib the surface, removing any dust with a vacuum cleaner
  4. Repeat as above for second coat

Recommended application is 2 coats on hardwoods, maximum of 3 coats on softwoods or more porous timber.

Aftercare

Regular Cleaning

For daily maintenance of Fiddes Clear Glaze, a dry duster, mop or vacuum cleaner will be sufficient. Electric floor polishers can be useful for larger commercial areas. For minor surface marks and scuffs, a slightly dampened, lint-free cloth (not wet) is sufficient.

Alternatively, Fiddes Wood Surface Cleaner Spray or Fiddes Floor Surface Cleaner can be used.

To restore sheen after long periods of wear, clean and prepare the surface with Fiddes Floor Surface Cleaner. Then apply Fiddes Floor Wax to affected areas. Buff to desired sheen once dry.

Please Note: Steam cleaners should never be used on varnished or oiled wood. Avoid using household detergents and cleaners as these can degrade and potentially ruin the finish.

Datasheets

  • 5 stars: 47 (90%)
  • 4 stars: 4 (8%)
  • 3 stars: 1 (2%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
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William J G McCartney
Excellent Quality

Just ideal as a good clear robust varnish

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Julie Milik
Lovely finish to floor

We used this as a top coat after a coat of English Oak tint. The product is easy to use and the finish is lovely. Highly recommended.

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J Johnson
Very good , easy to use, nice result.

I chose to use Fiddes Clear Glaze as a slightly richer finish was needed to re finish a solid oak floor . With a good quality brush, very easy to apply, good coverage and dries off well with minimal grain lift between coats. Final coat gave a very nice satin sheen with a lovely rich depth. Very happy customer. Just make sure you have good ventilation whilst using and when it is drying afterwards. Very pleased with the Clear Glaze and will definitely keep using.

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Andrew Jackson
Easy to use, great finish

Really easy to apply with a good quality brush. In a cold unheated house in February it took 24 hrs to dry so factor that in if applicable. Smell while curing is not too overpowering but you will need to ventilate. Finish is great although I cant comment on durability.

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David Taylor
One of the best Satin glazes I have used.

As above, one of the best satin glazes I have used. Good for finishing a variety of projects where a better than matt finish is required, but where gloss is just too much.

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John Allan
Does the job brilliantly!

Gave a beautiful soft sheen to my wooden floor. Loved it!

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john brady
Really good varnish

Good stuff thin it with 25% white spirit and use a good brush and it should dry with no brush marks

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steve burling
Top product

Walnut worktops that needed revamp, sanded back to bare wood and 3 coats, superb finish, just need to get rid of the destroyer (wife)

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IAN FONT
Did a good job

Easy to apply and exactly the finish I wanted. Great recommendation from the help line

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Mary-Lyn Jones
Excellent!

I bought this product on the advice of the company who made my solid wood kitchen just to refurbish a few worn bits! It was very easy to use but I thought I could have removed a bit more of the original glaze. I contacted Customer Services and an exceptionally nice man rang me and gave me full instructions about the best way to do things - its looking very nice now - almost as good as new.

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Helen Sheppard karn
Great varnish for my cottage stairs

Easy to apply, hard wearing, brings up the natural wood nicely. Will buy again

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Sue Illiffe
Reliable and long lasting

We've been using this product for many years. Ordering is straightforward and delivery good The product is easy to apply with little in the way of fumes. I treat our wooden worktops twice a year and the effect is always good. A light sanding and wipe down before applying gives a good result. It's also good on wooden chopping blocks/boards

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John Stewart
About the service more than the product

I haven't used this as i prefer using osmo oil , But i am sure it will be fine for my use

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Stephen Allen
Easy to use, on drying the surface pulls back, removing all brush marks.

Touch dry in about 30 minutes so no real problems with keeping it dust free. The coat shrinks and pulls back, removing application marks to leave a smooth satin finish

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Salil Sharma
Amazing product with strength

Sorry for giving feedback all most after one year of used. I liked the gloss finish in the kitchen and after a year it is still there. I do not see a much difference since it is applied. I recommend Fiddes gloss finish clear to everyone who is looking for quality not price.

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Peter Page
Good product!

I purchased Fiddes clear glaze to protect a workshop mitre station / storage drawer area of about 3 metres x 2.25 metres x 700 mm. It worked well and gave the protection I required. It dried overnight as long as ample ventilation was provided otherwise it tended to stay wet especially inside drawers. The second coat used far less than the first coat and covered more quickly. Overall it is a nice product and colours the wood slightly unlike water based varnish. Lastly it is good value considering the amount of wood it covered, and delivery from wood finishes direct was quick as usual, however the courier did not ring the door bell and just left it on the door step which seems to be the way couriers work these days of COVID excuses!

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Scott Walker
I have bought this product again for the second time

Wood finishes direct, delivered a great product at the scheduled time, yet again a quality service from these guys thank you.

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David Carvin
An Excellent Product

Fiddes, amongst the very best vanishes that I have ever used.

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lesley moore
Best product for wood.

I have used Fiddes Clear Glaze ( it used to be called Plastic Glaze), for 40 years. It brings the natural colour of the wood out, gives a perfect finish and is very hardwearing. Apparently it was developed for bar tops. I would never use anything else

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Mar
Good product

A little goes a long way and it leaves a lovely finish on your wood

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Salil Sharma
I will always this product for kitchen worktop

Six months ago I used fiddes clear glaze gloss kitchen worktop and I am amazed by the results. I will definitely recommend and best part is water stays on top of wooden worktop without making any stains. Salil sharma

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Mr Whitlegg
Great

Fantastic Finnish. My oak worktops look like they have been bought looking like that.

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Paul Norton
Delivery was spot on and fast

This product - although expensive is very good - it said 3 coats on new softwood and that's correct - I will be buying more when my 9m x 4m log cabin arrives After using this product - I wouldn't bother with Cuprinol or Ronseal - and especially not water based products !

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Jeni Lord
Quality Wood Protection

Wanted something to protect my new oak worktops. Did some research and came across the reviews for this product, so thought I would try it. I was not disappointed. I found this easy to apply, quick drying, and gives a nice finish (matt). It's only been a couple of months since using the product but I'm very impressed so far with how well it's performed. Will definitely use this again for any other wood projects I do.

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Ian Palfreyman
The perfect solution to my requirements

This product was used to re-varnish a previously varnished cherry veneer surface with a satin finish. It did the job perfectly. 2 coats and sanded between the 1st and 2nd. Driers totally matt, just what I wanted.

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Anthony Matthews
More effective than expected

I purchased this product as finish for some refurbished wooden kitchen worktops. Although originally badly stained, they came up better than hoped after several sandings and applications of the varnish. They are now gleaming and better than their original state despite constant use.

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Ean True
Fantastic product

Fantastic product, would definitely buy again if i needed more.

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GW
An excellent finish for furniture.

I have used this product for a while now and have never been dissatisfied with the results. It is a light finish, easy to apply and penetrates well. Definitely recomended.

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Peter Steele
fantastic product,

easy to apply and give a lovley finish

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Mr Urs Kiefer
fine

Used on a beech worktop in a small cafe.It gave a very nice finish and has lasted well so far (about one month).

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Daniel Parkes
The best there is.

This is what you need. Don't bother even considering anything else. I spent ages sanding the oak worktops in the kitchen and researching the best product to give a matt finish with durability and resistance to scratches/spills/stains etc. The Fiddes Clear Glaze (matt) is superb. Easy to apply (follow the instructions) and looks fantastic. Seems hard-wearing and tough. By far, the best product I have used for this purpose and would recommend 100%. Buy it!

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Roger
Excellent product

Great - used on a kitchen tabletop.highly heat resistand, red-wine proof and virtually bullet and bomb proof!

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