Polyvine Decorators Varnish - Water Resistant Clear Varnish with UV Protection - Seals and Protects Emulsion Paint, Wallpaper, Interior Wood, Furniture, Plaster & Fabric - Dead Flat Finish, 500ml

After spending ages looking for a varnish to use on a newly painted media wall, I was drawn to this one. The results after 2 or 3 coats look great and seem hard wearing. It's easy enough to apply and dries relatively quickly too. The only observations I would make are despite being flat Matt, the finish has a slight sheen, and there is a slight darkening of the paint finish, but nothing major. Will definitely use again!

After a lot of research, ai used this on a chest of drawers that I had upcycled with a matte paint. Instructions clearly state that if you want a true flat matte then you need to give 2 coats of the soft sheen varnish first then put this on as a top coat. It's worked brilliantly! I used a brush very softly but I would probably use a foam roller if I were to do it again. But really happy with results!

Used this on my sliding wardrobe doors which I had painted with dulux emulsion. It covered well with no residue and a matt finish. Not sure on how protective it will be in the future but very happy with results at the moment.

Used on recommendation for sealing chalk paint on my first upcycle project. Had been disappointed with the paint I’d used and read reviews on the furniture wax from the same brand so I purchased this. Very glad I did. It’s a very good, economical and easy to use paint sealer. Goes on like a dream but it is quite runny so don’t overload your brush. Need to work quickly and decisively to avoid slight brush strokes visible but be weary it can drip so suggest you check this as you work. Dries very quickly. As for durability, I can’t comment yet. Would definitely recommend and buy again as it can be used on all manner of surfaces. No wastage. No smell. Water based so easy to clean brushes. Win win product!

I have been doing a pine fireplace surround DIY project. I painted white Rustins primer on the wood, then applied 3 coats of Frankie & Stone white chalk paint - left the top as natural stain. Lightly sanded between each coat, wiped down with damp cloth then left to let the paint fully dry for 2 days.Applied 1st coat of Polyvine Satin finish (white bits only) with 10% water added, then 2 subsequent coats undiluted. Went on smoothly, very easy to work with and didn't lift any paint at all. Didn't change or darken the white chalk paint either. Left a very subtle sheen and is smooth to the touch. Brilliant product. Paint seems locked in well and still retains it's natural look.

A little goes a long way, no awful smell, applies really easy, dries quickly.One bottle covered 3 coats on a huge desk with drawers, inside & out.Plus 3 coats on an ottoman /blanket box.I also used it to seal sanded wood before applying wallpaper on the drawers of the desk.

Used over paint for extra durability. It went on extremely smoothly and left a very nice finish, unlike some other products I have used in the past.

This is great protection for cabinets ,iv used on painted kitchen units and two coats does the job ,I always buy this brand , it's not the cheapest out there but you get what you pay for