Varnish is the final coat that protects a finished painting from dust, moisture, and UV rays, while also balancing the tone and sheen of the colors. Choosing the right varnish directly affects both the appearance of the artwork and its long-term preservation.

Varnishes are categorized by their level of sheen into gloss, satin (semi-matte), and matte; and by application method into brush-on and spray. While natural resin-based varnishes like classic dammar varnish are preferred especially for oil paintings because they are removable (cleanable), acrylic and water-based varnishes create a permanent protective layer. UV-protected formulas, on the other hand, delay the fading of the artwork's colors over time.

The collection primarily features Schmincke; the brand's Universal Varnish series offers gloss, matte, and satin matte spray varnish options with UV protection, while traditional Dammar varnish and varnish remover are also included in the range. While Cadence’s acrylic varnishes (matte, satin, gloss) are sold in both brush-on and spray formats, decorative hobby solutions such as stone effect, velvet effect, and 100-layer decoupage varnish are also available. Winsor & Newton and Talens Amsterdam offer spray varnishes, while Molotow provides fixing varnishes specifically for spray paint and graffiti works.

Karin Sanat offers a wide range of brands and options for both professional painting varnishes and decorative hobby varnishes. Products are sourced through official distributor channels and are available for sale at our Fatih and Nişantaşı stores as well as via karinsanat.com.

You can examine the varnishes below and reach out to us for assistance in choosing the product suitable for your intended use.