It is not usually necessary to varnish a water colour.

A water colour is normally framed behind glass or sealed in some other way. If there is, however, a particular reason to provide a water colour with maximum protection against moisture, for example moist fingers, then a varnish is certainly advised.

- Dries in a few hours
- Little influence on the degree of gloss
- Does not yellow
- Water resistant when dry, making the painting less susceptible to moisture
- Ready for use, do not thin
- Apply in one layer and in one direction
- Not suitable for extremely absorbent grounds
- Shake before use
- Clean brushes with white spirit
- Highly flammable