Can a water based varnish be used on chalk paint?

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Is it possible to use a water based clear varnish instead of the finishing wax on chalk painted furniture? I love the look of distressed chalk paint but I'd like a satin or even glossy finish on some items.

Janet Pizaro · Answer

This web site should help you. www.jenniferrizzo.com/2012/09/using-paste-wax-vs-polyacrylic-sealers.html

The Chirping Frog · Answer

I've used polyurethane and it worked just fine.

Suni Cook Boucher · Answer

yes, really any type is fine, polycrylic would be least likely to change the shade. an oil based would change it slightly.

Shaun · Answer

Yes either polycrylic(water based) or polyurethane(oil). I would use polyurethane over darker colours as it will amber the chalkpaint colour.

Kris Buckner · Answer

Yes

Shannon · Answer

yes it is quite possible, in fact if the pc is painted a light color. this works best, an oil base would yellow your pc... good luck..

Maryann Kelly · Answer

Thanks for all your help. It is much appreciated. Will definitely check out that website, Janet.

Sherrie · Answer

Yes. Use it on the tops of everything.  I think it seals better.  I use a water base polyurethane.  Oil base will yellow as soon as sun light hits it.  And water base dries quickly and nicely.

Maryann Kelly · Answer

Thanks Sherrie

Can a water based varnish be used on chalk paint?

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