Pentart Fineline crackle varnish, two-component set

Fine cracks with an old-porcelain effect

Pentart Fineline gives decorative work a network of fine crackle lines resembling those on old porcelain. The coating dries transparent, leaving the decoration beneath visible. The cracks form in the finishing layer; this is not paint to stir into a mixing medium.

Choose your set size

You receive one set containing component 1 and component 2, plus an instruction leaflet. Choose two 20 ml bottles or two jars holding 50, 100 or 230 ml each. The stated amount is per component: 2 × 50 ml means 100 ml in total. Choose a small set for a sample or small project and a larger set for repeated use; coating thickness also affects consumption.

Two coats in the right order

Brush component 1 on evenly with a soft brush. Allow it to dry completely before spreading component 2 over it. Do not premix the components. The thickness and application technique influence the depth and pattern of the cracks. Let the second coat dry completely before the next step.

Highlight and seal the cracks

Highlight the dry cracks with Pentart Antique Paste or Liquid Patina, then seal with a solvent-based varnish. The clear crackle layer is not waterproof on its own, so a water-based varnish is not an automatic substitute for this finishing step. Brush, highlighting paste or patina and sealing varnish are not included.

Practical considerations

Make a sample using the same surface and underlying paint to assess the crackle pattern and how the finish reacts. The porcelain effect is decorative and does not describe the material of your surface. Follow the labels on both components and your chosen finishing products, and work with adequate ventilation.

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