Gamblin Gamvar Pict Varnish Satin, Clear, 4.2oz

Works perfectly if underlying layers are cured (or almost so). Brings out the colors beautifully. Satin finish is great - adds a shine without an overwhelming gloss. Seems to dry relatively fast (about 3 days).

Yep. Did the job. A tiny bit of tackiness due to gloss finish but not sticky. All good.

I use Gamvar on all my oil paintings. It is so easy to apply, dries to a smooth satiny finish and really brings the painting to life. Highly recommend.

This is a good quality product. I recently mixed a 1:5 ratio of this and Gamsol and used as a retouch varnish. It worked nicely. Note* a little goes a long way, use very thinly.

Someone recommended this varnish over the glossy one. Still gives it a nice pop with color and some shine but toned down. I'm using the satin from now on.

Just what I was Looking for

Instructions say to put on a thin layer. Be sure to do this. I put on too much and 1. It didn't dry 2. Looked as if I put a plastic film over the oil painting. The nice thing is you can remove the varnish (video on line) and start over if you are unhappy with the end product.

I paint with water based oil and this seals the picture nicely. It goes on smoothly with just the right sheen.