Clear Topcoat vs. Clear Finish – Choosing the Best Protective Coating
A good protective coating is essential for maintaining painted, stained, and decorative finishes. Today, painters and artists have a wide selection of protective coatings ranging from traditional waxes and shellacs to the more modern acrylic varnishes and advanced technology bio-sustainable sealers such as Artisan Enhancements™ Clear Topcoat.
When choosing the best sealer, varnish, or topcoat protective coating there are several factors to consider. For example, will the surface be used indoor or outdoor? Is the protective coating easy-to-apply? Is the varnish non-toxic and low odor? Is the product safe for users (and the environment) during application and clean-up?
One of our missions at Artisan Enhancements™ is to provide non-toxic, high-performance and bio-sustainable professional coatings. We developed our award-winning sealer formulations using renewable, and sustainably sourced ingredients. Our two protective coating products, Clear Topcoat Sealer and Clear Finish, are beloved by DIYers, artists, and professional painters!
To help you determine which protective coating is right for your project, here are some helpful highlights for Clear Topcoat Sealer and Clear Finish. Need a printable reference sheet? Download CLEAR TOPCOAT VS CLEAR FINSH – Choosing The Best Protective Coating Tip Sheet.
Clear Topcoat Sealer – Interior and Exterior Projects
Use: Multi-use clear topcoat varnish, primer to prep surfaces, and sealant for porous surfaces. Great for furniture, cabinets, and outdoor surfaces. Once cured, can be used as a protective barrier under tinted waxes. *Not recommended for use over pure white painted surfaces.
Benefits:
- High performance waterborne-alkyd
- Durable Soya Oil penetrating sealer
- Made from plant and mineral based ingredients
- Non-Toxic, low odor, and zero VOC
- Hypo Allergenic and Asthma Friendly
- Scuff, scratch, and water resistant once cured
- Easy application and clean-up
- Coverage – Approx. 140 Sq.Ft per 32oz
For more tips and application instructions DOWNLOAD the Clear Topcoat Tip Sheet
Clear Finish – Interior Projects
Use: Acrylic varnish developed to provide ultimate clarity and durable surface protection. Great for indoor furniture, cabinets, accessories and decorative surfaces. Cannot be combined or layered with wax applications. *Our recommended sealer over pure white painted surfaces.
Benefits:
- Professional quality water-based sealer
- Non-Yellowing, dries brilliantly clear
- Quick drying and recoat times
- Non-Toxic, low odor, and zero VOC
- Hypo Allergenic and Asthma Friendly
- Water resistant once cured
- Easy-to-apply and quick clean-up
- Coverage – Approx. 140 Sq.Ft per 32oz
For more tips and application instructions DOWNLOAD the Clear Finish Tip Sheet
Selecting The Best Tools For The Job
When applying protective coatings, not all tools and brushes are created equal. Purchasing a quality brush that is suited for a specific type of paint, medium, or sealer will always yield the best outcome. For all Artisan Enhancements™ sealers, we recommend our Oval Brush or Flat Brush. Both brushes were developed to achieve an ultra-smooth finish, the brushes synthetic bristles have good product pick-up, retention, and flow. The fine-tipped bristles help reduce the occurrence of brush strokes.
The perfect tool for applying sealers, topcoats, varnishes, and paints!
