Glass varnish. Matte spray varnish for glass

The first methods of painting on glass appeared during the Renaissance. Craftsmen of that time used various chemicals to make paints. A modern artist does not need to know the periodic table. Everything he needs to paint on glass is ready-made in the store. A variety of colors and paints, tools and materials helps to develop artistic talent, create for your own pleasure and delight the people around you with beautiful crafts.

Glass paint

Paints help turn not only paper into a masterpiece. Any glass product is good material for the artist. A wealth of colors and good imagination will help you decorate an ordinary vase or make a unique lamp from an old glass, and then give the craft to your beloved friends.

After practicing on small glass objects, you can move on to more high level mastery - creating stained glass, for example, from a window in your own apartment. Decorations in the form of butterflies flying above green leaves beautiful flowers will create an atmosphere of spring in the house, and the sunlight penetrating through the mosaic patterns will lift your spirits for the whole day.

Stained glass paints for glass

Stained glass is a work of art made from glass pieces different colors. It is often used as a decorative interior decoration: inserted into a door or window opening, used as a glass panel, etc. Artificial or natural light enhances the unique composition of stained glass.

Previously, not everyone had the opportunity to create colored glass crafts on their own. But everything changed when stained glass paints appeared on sale. New Year holidays Nowadays people can’t do without glass crafts made by themselves. With the advent of paints and varnishes, everyone can now try to depict stained glass.

For painting, special stained glass paints based on acrylic are used, which have a distinctive property - transparency. Thanks to this, a realistic effect is obtained. To create high-quality painting, you need to have experience, but if you don’t have it, then you shouldn’t buy a whole set of stained glass paints at once. As a beginner, it is best to concentrate on a few basic shades and two contours (gold or black).

Types of stained glass paints

1. Burnt. This one is often used for glass and ceramics, which then needs to be fired. At home, use an oven heated to 170 degrees Celsius. The firing time for a specific paint is given in the instructions. Before placing the dishes in the oven, you need to give the paint time to dry. This usually takes three hours. After heat treatment, the pattern becomes transparent and bright, resistant to abrasion and chemicals. Now the product can be washed without fear that the paint will peel off.
2. Unfired. The peculiarity of such paints is their color saturation. Due to the fact that the paint is not exposed heat treatment, it can be erased from the surface if you wash the product. Therefore, it is better to carefully wipe the craft with damp wipes. Unfired glass paint is used in painting various interior items. In order for it to dry well, you need to give it time. At room temperature The paint can dry completely in a few days.

Manufacturers of stained glass paints

If you are just beginning to comprehend the art of painting with stained glass paints, then you should not take products from domestic manufacturers. This product is of poor quality and complicates the drawing process. Foreign brands are best. Among them are inexpensive and high-quality paints:

• Marabu— the paints of this company are wash-resistant, have a rich shade, and mix well with each other, which makes it easy to create the desired colors.
• Hobby line is a company that creates paints that are excellent for painting items made of natural glass, ceramics or metal. Mixes well and brightens.
• Pebero is a well-known manufacturer producing water-based and solvent paints. They have a rich color palette. They can be burned or immediately varnished. Transparency allows you to create realistic stained glass windows.
• Idea- paints from a well-known brand that are resistant to changes in temperature and humidity. They dry well in air and do not require fixing with varnish. Works well on glass, plastic, wood, ceramics and metal.

Tools and materials for painting

To create glass painting you need a good set of tools and quality materials:

1. Suitable paint. If the work is done indoors, it is better that the glass paint is water-based, as it does not have a strong odor and is environmentally friendly.
2. Contours. The surface of the glass is smooth, so the paint spreads easily. To fix the problem, use contour paste. With its help, borders are made in black, gold or silver. Sold in tubes with a long dispenser.
3. Brushes. Glass paint contains, therefore, brushes with artificial pile. They come in round shapes, which are suitable for fine strokes and detailing, and flat ones, which are used when applying paint and varnish to large surfaces.
4. Varnish. Protects the design from mechanical damage and gives it a glossy appearance.

In addition, you will need additional materials: a jar of water, a stencil design and a rag.

Glass painting

Drawing on glass is an interesting art that anyone can master. Any creative success begins with the desire to create your own masterpieces. Practice will help you discover your talent. Before you start painting on glass acrylic paints, you need to prepare everything necessary tools and materials. Now that everything is assembled, you can learn to draw.

Instructions:

1. First, degrease the glass surface with a solution containing alcohol.
2. Make the lines and boundaries of the future drawing with contour paste. If it turns out bad, you can correct it with a rag.
3. Wait half an hour for the paste to dry on its own, or dry it with a hairdryer.
4. Use a brush to paint over all fragments of the ornament. Try not to overdo it with paint. It needs to be neither too much nor too little.
5. Let the paint dry for eight hours, and then cover the design with a layer of varnish. If you have paint that can be fired, then it is not necessary to coat it with varnish - you need to fire the product in the oven.

• To make the image look better, you need to apply several layers of paint. In this case, you need to give everyone time to dry out.
• To evenly distribute the layers of paint, it is carefully and very thinly smeared on the surface of the drawing. Everything must be done quickly, because the paint dries quickly and streaks may remain.
• The texture in the drawing is done with a foam sponge or a hard brush, which will leave behind small grooves.
• To obtain a non-standard shade, paints of different colors are always mixed.
• If you use glass paint containing alkyd resins (the fumes from such paints are caustic), then you need to work in a well-ventilated room. This will help reduce harmful effects on the respiratory tract.
• The paint will look fresh and rich for a long time if it is covered with a layer of varnish.

Precautions

When working with stained glass paints, you must follow certain rules security. You must always remember that paints are flammable. There should be no open source of fire where you work. All paints and varnishes emit toxic fumes when they evaporate, so try not to inhale them. Protect your skin from getting paint, use gloves and clothing to cover certain areas of your body. Do not taste paints under any circumstances, because many of them contain substances that cause severe poisoning. Don't let your children play with paints.

Stained glass art allows you to turn an inconspicuous glass product into a unique piece. Anyone can paint, the main thing is to turn on your imagination and listen to it.

Varnishing of glass products is often used to create a decorative layer. In addition, the varnish protects the material from damage and provides protection to the paint solution, such as paint. Glass varnish is also used as a decorative coating applied to ceramic surfaces. The varnished layer must be heat-resistant, moisture-resistant, and also immune to ultraviolet rays.

Good varnish should interact well with ceramics and glass. Transparent compositions are made, and with various shades, to create a decorative effect. Glass varnish materials are used for processing mirrors, stained glass, and interior items made from glass and ceramics. In addition, these solutions are used to coat glass containers and all kinds of glass parts of devices and fixtures.

Often, factory-made products have a varnish protective layer. But sometimes it is necessary to use varnish for ceramics or glass at home, for example, to decorate stained glass, glass door inserts, mirrors, and ceramic products. For these purposes, a special glass varnish is used.

Acrylic varnish

Water-based acrylic varnish for glass ceramics is quite popular, which creates a durable and reliable decorative and protective layer with excellent physical and mechanical characteristics. They produce translucent and transparent acrylic-based varnish for coating glass. Water-soluble varnish solutions are practically odorless, fireproof, and have a good adhesion rate.

Acrylic varnishes for glass and ceramics dry very quickly, in about one and a half to two hours, at an air temperature of 60 degrees. The lower the temperature, the longer the varnish mixture will dry. For example, if a varnished product dries at room temperature, it will take approximately 3-4 days for complete polymerization.

Since water-based acrylic varnish for ceramics and glass is made without the addition of organic solvents, it is environmentally friendly and safe for human health. It can be applied in residential areas to glass elements of interior doors, various ceramic products, any interior items, wall tiles, electric lighting equipment, and other devices to create a decorative and protective coating.

The varnish composition can be used to temporarily protect glass products during transportation. In addition, varnishes for glass and ceramics are used after sandblasting, ultraviolet printing, thermal transfer, and also after multi-layer painting. Transparent acrylic varnish is applied to ceramic or glass as a primer before painting, as well as after painting, to fix the design.

The advantages of water-based acrylic varnishes are the following properties:

• resistance to water and moisture;
• good adhesion indicator;
• environmental cleanliness, safety;
• wear resistance;
• high hardness;
• transparent layer without yellow tint;
• reliable protection and preservation of the color saturation of the design or decorative finish.

Immediately after applying acrylic glass varnish, a layer of white tint is formed. But when the solution is completely dry, the film will be absolutely transparent, without clouding or fading.

Decorative effects

When applying a varnish composition to designs created by sandblasting, an unusual, very attractive frosty effect is created. After the varnish mixture dries, the surface acquires light-scattering properties and becomes glossy and shiny. Decorative additives can be added to acrylic water-soluble compositions to create a hologram, metallic or mother-of-pearl effect. Pigment components must be added to the solution immediately before application, strictly according to the instructions indicated on the packaging.

Paints and varnishes with a frosty effect for application to glass surfaces are sold. After treating products with these solutions, a very durable and hard matte or frosty effect is obtained. This effect can be created as white, and any other shade, thanks to the addition of special pigments. To consolidate the frosty effect, special drying-firing is required. According to the technology, the varnished layer must be heated to a temperature of approximately 180 degrees. At home, this temperature can be achieved in a conventional oven, where the product should be heated for about 30 minutes.

Varnishing process

It is necessary to varnish only clean products, without any contamination, for example, greasy stains or dust. The fastest and most convenient way to distribute the varnish mixture over the glass surface is with a spray bottle. By spraying, a uniform layer is created, without drips or streaks. If you need to process a small product, you can use a regular brush, which allows you to either cover the entire product or create small designs with a varnish mixture with some shade. Using a brush, you can create stained glass, but for this you need to use only paints and varnishes marked “Stained Glass”.

Important! It is advisable to apply the varnish composition not in one, but in several layers, so that the protection of the product is maximum. The subsequent coating is applied only after the previous layer has dried.

Types of varnishes

To spot varnish, for example, tiles or ceramics, it is better to use a topcoat fixative varnish. This solution is resistant to adverse effects; it will not be damaged even if the ceramic products are washed in the dishwasher.

For industrial processing, aggressive compounds are used, for example, those based on epoxy resins. This varnish layer is highly resistant to chemicals and abrasions. When painting glass containers, e.g. perfume bottles, as well as for processing glass-ceramic surfaces, special stained glass varnishes are used. The word “stained glass” indicates that the varnish mixture can be applied to any type of glass-ceramic surface.

If it is necessary to create a protective layer for objects that are in constant high humidity, or under regular influence of solvents, it is recommended to use a special stained glass varnish solution. It is characterized by increased mechanical resistance and resistance to chemicals.

On this shelf of our store are presented two-component varnishes acrylic glossy with a high solids content HS (High Solid) and an average solids content MS (Medium Solid). Based on the name, varnishes have two components - the acrylic varnish itself and, accordingly, the hardener for this varnish. Two-component varnishes are the best universal varnishes that can be successfully used in completely different areas of painting. Two-component acrylic varnishes are weather-resistant, wear-resistant, polish well, dry quickly, and are durable in use. Two-component varnishes can be used for both metal, plastic, wood and other surfaces. Acrylic varnishes should only be applied to specially prepared surfaces. You can read how to properly prepare the surface and apply varnish in our articles on the left in the column or ask a question in the feedback form. On the shelf of our online store we have put up the best two-component varnishes from various leading global manufacturers, proven by our many years of auto service experience, at the lowest price - the widest choice for any task. Feel free to use the two-component automotive varnishes presented in our online store for the most critical work. We guarantee the quality of the product and the correct choice. As a reference: MS varnishes, unlike HS varnishes, are easier and faster to polish and have a lower cost. HS varnishes are harder, the application thickness is 1.5 layers (MS has 2 layers). Also, HS varnishes, as a rule, do not require dilution with a thinner.
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For glass items that need to be washed frequently, I sometimes use a finishing varnish.Coating glass with varnish is not easy. If you apply the varnish with a brush, there may be streaks left that will be visible in the light.

Not every varnish is suitable for glass surfaces.I use 2 varnishes, which I bring to your attention:

Aerosol matte varnish Marabu.

Volume 150 ml.

Approximate cost in Moscow 300 rubles.

Water based varnish. If necessary, you can bake it, which does not improve its quality.Not recommended for use on solvent based paint! Sticks perfectly to glass.

Aerosol matte varnish Krylon Matte Finish.

Volume: 311 gr. / 170 gr.

Approximate cost in Moscow: 460 rubles / 290 rubles.

It adheres well to any surface, including glass, and keeps paint from fading.

Features of working with aerosol varnish.

1. You need to work with varnish in a well-ventilated area. The smell, to be honest, is very pungent, even though the manufacturer claims otherwise. Still, varnish...

2. Before applying varnish the item needs to be cleaned well from all specks, specks of dust, threads. We place the object on the cardboard. The varnish is sprayed not only on the object, but also around it. Therefore, we also cover the surface around the object with cardboard or paper. The fabric is not suitable for these purposes.

It would not be amiss to remind you that there must be a perfectly clean surface around the object so that dust particles do not fall.

3. It is necessary to apply aerosol varnish from a distance of at least 20 cm., after shaking the can.

4. Apply varnish in small portions to avoid drips. One layer dries almost instantly, after which we apply a second layer on the other side. And so on.

The varnish dries completely in 10-20 minutes.

Is it necessary to varnish objects painted with stained glass paint?

On a glass surface that is frequently subjected to mechanical stress, the varnish may peel off over time. Plus, my favorite is the polish itself. Does not require additional protection.

I rarely use finishing varnish. Most often - for decorative purposes.

Decorative effect of matte aerosol varnish.

I like that matte spray varnish eliminates the glossy shine of stained glass paint. Sometimes you need to get rid of shine, but you don’t want to use complex additional products. It is impossible to achieve a strong matte effect with varnish. The differences are minor.

I have an “experimental” glass, and I’ll try to show the difference on it:

glass with a pattern BEFORE applying varnish

and the same glass after applying a matte finishing varnish.

Another example.

On this table lamp, varnish was used for decorative purposes only. The drawing looked very bright, even too bright and shiny.

After applying the matte varnish, only the shade of the paint changed.

On glass surfaces, varnish is most often used as a decorative layer, as well as to protect other painting solutions, such as paints, applied to the glass. The same product is suitable for decorative work on ceramics. The protective coating must be moisture- and heat-resistant, resistant to ultraviolet radiation.

Works well with glass and ceramic surfaces. It is possible to create an additional decorative effect. Glass varnishes are used in the production of stained glass window products and mirrors, interior items made of glass and ceramics, glass elements various devices and accessories, glass containers and so on.

Typically, finished products already have a protective coating applied under production conditions. But if you want to decorate a stained glass window profile, mirror, door glass inserts and ceramic products yourself, you have this opportunity.

Paints and varnishes for glass ceramics

For example, an acrylic water-soluble varnish on a polyurethane base for glass work forms a decorative coating with high physical and mechanical stability characteristics. The original solution is transparent or translucent. Almost odorless. Fireproof, fits well. After application, it dries within one and a half to two hours at a temperature of +60 degrees. The polymerization period depends on temperature and humidity. So at room temperature, complete curing will occur within 3-4 days.

Acrylic water-based varnish can be applied to the glass of interior doors, electric lighting fixtures, interior elements, ceramic products, and tiles as a decorative protective coating. The solution is also applicable as temporary protection of glass surfaces during transportation, sandblasting, thermal and aqua transfer, ultraviolet printing, and multi-layer painting.

Can be used as a finishing layer to secure the design and as a primer (when using thermal transfer technology, for example).

Among the positive characteristics of the protective coating, we highlight:

• environmental safety (because water);
• water resistance;
• good adhesive properties;
• wear resistance;
• hardness;
• transparency without yellowness;
• maintaining the color saturation of the decorative finish (pattern).

The first time after application, the solution appears a whitish-milky tint. But after drying, the varnish will be completely transparent (no cloudy glass or faded pattern).

The coating has an unusual decorative property - a frosty effect is created in the designs applied by sandblasting. The treated surface becomes glossy, shiny, and light-scattering. Acrylic varnishes allow the use of decorative additives - mother-of-pearl effect, metallic effect, hologram effect. The pigment substance is introduced into the solution immediately before work according to the mixing proportions indicated on the packaging.

“Frost effect” is also a type of paint and varnish material for coating glass products. The treatment results in an abrasion-resistant frosted or matte effect. At the same time, the frosty effect can be easily achieved not only with traditional white, but also with any shade of color (due to a special pigment additive). Drying technology involves firing. At home, this can be done in a regular oven (half an hour at +180 degrees).

It is more convenient to distribute the solution over the glass using a spray bottle. Then the coating applies more evenly, without streaks or drips. But you can also apply such solutions with a brush, using them to paint small designs. Manufacturers of paint and varnish products marked “stained glass” have achieved such a uniform consistency that when looking at the light there are no random strokes - as if there were colored glass inserts.

For spot applications, for example, covering ceramics or tiles, it is better to use top varnish retainer The substance is resistant to various external influences, even washing ceramic products in the dishwasher.

For industrial use, solutions that are more aggressive in composition are used, for example, those based on epoxy resins. This coating has high chemical resistance and abrasive strength. A special stained glass varnish is added when painting glass containers, including perfume bottles, in the decorative finishing of glass-ceramic products. Note that the word “stained glass” in the product name directly indicates the possibility of using the coating on any type of glass ceramics.

If you need to treat glass and ceramic surfaces in rooms with high humidity or constant exposure to organic solvents, there is a stained glass varnish for these purposes. The main properties of such products are increased mechanical strength and chemical resistance.

A special transparent glass varnish does not have to be used only as a decorative finishing coating to protect designs. After varnishing, the base material itself becomes more resistant to mechanical stress.