Decoupage Which Top Coat or Varnish

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[@onehilwonder]

This video has spared my head from an enormous amount of scratching and hair-pulling. Angels really do exist! Thank you

[@mercedes-market]

Seriously, BEST intro for a crafting video... EVER!

[@moeallbee4721]

Thank you for saving me from a headache. I needed a reminder course, much appreciated.

[@DottieGrecoAJEH]

Fabulous. You just saved me a lot of research. I've been trying to figure out the best solutions for projects for a couple of weeks. You are the best instructor. You must have been a teacher in a former life. Thank you

[@patioelf]

Aww, thank you Dottie, that warms my heart. I think I'll turn the computer off for the night and end my day on a high note. Thank you again! Patti

[@mfabucci]

Thank you so much for clarifying the differences between varnishes. Tremendous help as I decoupage on coasters for hot/cold beverage use. I have always used the Polycrylic as protective finish and your video reinforces that I am doing it correctly. Much appreciate. Thank you!!

[@dina-vp1me]

Melissa Fabucci how many layers on coaster? Would it need special mask?

[@mfabucci]

@@dina-vp1me 2 or 3 coats of Polycrylic. I use the pray can gives a smooth finish look. wait about 15-20 minutes between each coat. I would use a good face mask, yes, and best to spray outdoors.

[@heyjudequiltco]

I have put 4 coats of polycrilic on top Of a napkin decoupage onto a dollar tree glass cutting board. Will that make it water proof or At least water resistant? Thank you. I enjoy your videos.

[@obxshelly]

That intro though!!!! Thank you for an extremely helpful video ❤

[@loladaniellebutte7001]

Awesome I’ve always wanted to know the difference!! Thankyou🥰❤

[@Linda-qq5mg]

This video is extremely helpful! Thank you from someone just starting out with this craft. I really appreciate it!

[@AndyJarman]

The two pack epoxy finishes will yellow under Ultraviolet light. This can be avoided by coating with urethane clear top coat.

[@flybarbflybarb8227]

Hahaha Patty! You’ve read my mind!! I’ve been wasting so much money on varnishes!!! Finally!! Thank you! Thank you!!! Thank you!!!

[@patioelf]

Aww, I'm so glad I could help and save you some time ... Have a great weekend! Patti

[@dawnruhl8405]

All the wood in the Old Heidelberg's Bar area was covered in SPAR varnish. 50 years ago they used Marine Varnish. Loved the way it looked.

[@patriciagriffin3142]

Thank you for taking the time to teach so many of us. I have a brain injury so am a bit slow but can’t figure out of I should buy the Minwax Spar Urethane that is made with water or made without water. I would really appreciate your help with this! Again, thank you.

[@JoelGonzalezBBN]

This has to be the most epic intro to video in this category I've ever seen.😅

[@letsgettalkinwithrevpat4281]

Thanks so much for doing this video truly helps definitely will save for future reference. You are such a fantastic teacher, I’ve watched every video and learned so much about the how to’s of this craft that I have fallen in love with because you so selflessly share your wealth of knowledge with others. Once again thank you

[@firey3678]

Shellac is made to be used on stained timber that is polished afterwards with an oil, Dad uses it to restore antique furniture correctly.

[@kellywolkodky7305]

Wow! Thank you so much!! As a beginner, you get so much information and end up being so confused 😂😂 This is awesome. So much time will be saved researching. I'm keeping this video handy for sure!

[@patioelf]

That's great Kelly! I've made all the mistakes for you, LOL/ I learned the hard way in some cases and in others I did all of the homework before hand. I'm so happy to save someone else the time. :) Patti

[@tthappyrock368]

Thank you so much for this comprehensive video! I have a couple important projects that need to be done right the first time. You've saved me a lot of time!

[@brendafoster9504]

yes another page said triple thick is not waterproof. but i did bake the pavers after applying. also u saved me from the poly urethane that goes dark in time. i have the polycrylic so thats what i'll use on stuff that might get ruined. great helpful video Patti :)

[@patioelf]

Thank you Brenda! I'm happy to help... Patti

[@Joy1957K]

I am a beginner and your vids are so informative. Thank you for taking the time to show us💖

[@patioelf]

Thank you Joyous!

[@teresaford8906]

Wow!! This video was so informative! Thank you so much! I've been so aggravated and confused about all of the top coat choices. You have cleared it all up for me. I just love your channel!!!! 😊

[@patioelf]

Thank you Teresa! I love reading this! I'm so happy to help! Patti

[@brendahightower2793]

Thank you for taking time to present this video. This helped me tremendously. You always give info. Thank you!!

[@patioelf]

aww, thank you Brenda! Patti

[@kathynewton1905]

Your channel is so helpful. This is a great, informative video! Thank you

[@donnafabulous3692]

P This tutorial is worth it's weight in gold please do more. Thank you xx

[@trelaw1527]

The title sequence is awesome and made me laugh!

[@barbarafulcher8800]

Thank you! You answered all my questions!

[@paperkraftd1]

Excellent video!

[@jenniferwood307]

Loving your videos! You're so informational and thorough. Thank you very much!

[@BeadyEyedBeth]

This was incredibly helpful, thank you. I’ve been watching your videos for years. Love them!

[@amparoardila272]

Wow this is the video I was looking for!! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge 🌸 🥰👏. I will definitely keep watching it when finishing my projects.

[@jamiepatterson558]

Hi, fellow New Jersian! This video is exactly what I was looking for, thank you!

[@sparklemint2458]

I Love Triple thick. Thank you

[@lisaholloran800]

Can I used any of these on fabric I am going to decoupage my granddaughters dresser:

[@moladhdodhia1580]

So helpful, thank you so much, those bottles are perfection.

[@patioelf]

aww, thank you Magdalena, left to my own devices I would make video's of bottles all the time. I try to change it around though. ;) Patti

[@afsanehkhalil4427]

You’re so good I love your teaching

[@lucylu376]

What varnish or glue dosent yellow over time?

[@time2ok]

It’s really very helpful, is the polycrylic suitable for water proofing or can be used for items that subjected to water

[@wellen5336]

This video is very helpful!! Wanting to know what adhesive did you use for your map/chart on the table??

[@patioelf]

amzn.to/3MCKlCx. it's the Americana Decoupage Glue :) Thank you for your feedback! Patti

[@marceldeac1876]

OMG!!!! THANK YOU!! 🙏🙏THANK YOU!! 🙏🙏 This video answered to all of my questions about varnishes ❤️❤️❤️

[@patioelf]

Thank you Marcel! I'm happy to help! Patti

[@meyou-ye9qf]

Best intro EVER!!!

[@colleennolan8496]

Could you use a tongue oil over decoupage or would that yellow?

[@dina-vp1me]

Thank you for your video, Can I use Polycrylic directly on the decoupaged paper without top layer of mod Podge?

[@rubymimosa]

Thank you for taking the time to cover this! ps: your flowers are gorgeous!

[@prazdncr]

rubymimosa I agree!

[@patioelf]

Thank you so much!

[@patioelf]

thank you!

[@joannemachold9906]

So very helpful as always! Love all of your KZbin work 😊

[@suzy1676]

Great information! Very clear! Thank you 😊

[@shvetadave1021]

Hello ma'am..very informative video.. just a small query..do we need to lacquered the project after our decoupage work..wat is lacquered

[@sherryervin1337]

Very helpful video,have picture that seemed duller than it was,my son used polyurethane to recoat and now it looks messed up! He used sponge brush instead of bristle type brush!

[@elizachandler1861]

What should you use for a high gloss waterproof lacquer?

[@colleennolan8496]

New here to decoupage and I made the mistake and used a clear wax over a decoupaged table. I absolutely love it but realize now that it can easily be damaged. Is there a hard top coat I can use over the waxed top to save this table and make it durable?

[@inyi8784]

That was very helpful thank you,specially when u explain about polycrylic :)

[@56sunflower]

Thank you for this helpful info !!!

[@wanasmith8178]

Very informative and answered my question. Thanks for all the info.

[@doreenperez233]

Can I use the triple think to use as a top coat for coasters? And would I put in over after applying triple think?

[@joyceroddy3952]

Patti, thank you so much for all the information, love all your work.

[@patioelf]

Thank you Joyce! My pleasure... Patti

[@shelleyclements1620]

Very Informative!

[@jenniferreisch478]

I enjoy your video and the fun you had at the beginning with music and editing. I would like to make my own mailers out of used packing paper. Do you have a sealer that you would recommend? I do not want to use aersols, so I would prefer something I can brush on, such as the water-based polyacrylic sealer you described. This paper came in Amazon boxes (brown) and I also have some that is from a roll of butcher paper. I also do a lot of dye work, and I use this paper from my brother's Amazon purchases to absorb the dye and help flip my work, as I do an intricate dye that involves layering dyes differently on each side. A lot of explanation...These papers are so beautiful that I hang them out to dry when I am done dying and save the tie-dye paper in all sorts of colors. I would like to make my own mailers with these using some sort of sealer, as the post office requires the brown paper to be taped, or have contact paper, or be sealed.

[@natalianakoriakova8084]

Music....... it killed everything.

[@brianfrost7660]

Best finish/sealer (non-yellowing) to use for newspaper decoupage wall project?

[@dinaelsherbiny1727]

I am so impressed by that video appreciated 💐

[@maryanncunningham3440]

Thank. You for sharing. Very helpful. 👍

[@laramitchellart5794]

Great introduction! Loved it.

[@jamedraa8472]

Skip to 16:35 for the abridged version. Great info!

[@nathaliep8512]

Great video! Loved the intro. Question: I’ve just prepped a wood table. Top has light coat stain. I’d like to adhere fall leaves and wine labels. What should I use please?

[@lindao7887]

Oh wow, thanks so much. I can't spray, I live in an apt. and neighbors complain of the smell if I use my homemade cardboard box spray booth outside. I end up using my good old Min Wax polycrylic gloss but I get bad paint brush strokes and I'd like more gloss - any suggestions? I need a paint on with a better gloss - anything? Which one would you suggest for heat resistant coasters, maybe the Minwax Helmsman spar urethane varnish paint on?

[@bigbuxdown]

How many coats of the Minwax Helmsman spar urethane did you put on your outdoor map table? I have a flipdown table on my rv that will be outdoors occasionally (it's on the inside of my rear doors) ...also, I'll cook on this table too, eventhough I won't have hot hot stuff directly on it. Also, you said use poly acrylic instead of polyurethane because polyurethane will eventually yellow ...won't the spar urethane yellow too? Thx in advance. - Mike

[@Sooz3112]

I wonder if you could help me with something please? I am putting a napkin on a piece of painted plywood...(only on one corner). How can I 'blend' it so it looks like it's been printed directly onto the plywood? Will the torn edges of the napkin blend better, with the more layers of varnish I put over the top please? x

[@nataliapodlesnaia9749]

Very helpful video, thank you! Is it possible to use yacht varnish gloss as a coating?

[@wendylm4770]

Loved the intro!!

[@user-livetoknow]

LMAO I love the intro!

[@SunnyRae10]

Do you have a video on your opinions on different decoupage napkin glues?

[@debraprins1437]

I have a desk that I decopauged the top. I want it not shiny but waterproof. It will be used as a desk. What should I use? Thanks

[@patioelf]

spar varnish is waterproof as well as weather proof. A 2 part resin is super glossy and looks like glass but is also water proof.

[@USA-2491]

Can these be used as glueing decoupage first before sealing?

[@cassyimpey4482]

Hi which is the best for water proofing eg to wash in water?

[@findlydesign]

Thank you!! Which one would you say would be best for kitchen tiles stove and sink back splashes?

[@patioelf]

for the tiles I would use an engine top coat spray since they are designed to handle high heat. Give them about a full week to cure b/f using. You would need to get those in an automotive store. Sink back slashes just need to be waterproof so as long as you add enough coats (apron 4 or more if you would like) you should be ok with a polycrylic but I personally love resin, nothing else looks like resin except for glass.

[@MsVerao]

Hi! I just finished my first decoupage on a mailbox. I coated with Gator Hyde by Dixie Belle and was wondering if I should spray the Minwax Helmsman on it too. I’m worried that it’s mostly white and is like to avoid yellowing. Thank you!!

[@paulieabeles2149]

I put varathane over decoupage and it was a disaster. Within hours the ink in the pictures had changed & smeared. Never again.

[@christinemcgovern2849]

Is the Polycrylic WATERPROOF? I need a sealer for some serving trays I'm working on.

[@AskingSpot]

Yes, I believe after it completely dries the poly part makes it water resistant. Not sure I would trust soaking a piece in water but for a tray you should be fine. I have 4 coats on a kitchen table and it cleans up wonderfully!

[@passionfashion6619]

Thank you for the knowledge. Which is best for cloth

[@daliahanafy734]

Woow that's nice .. Can i use polycyclic minwax for the glasses or it's just for furniture? Thank you

[@journeytravelers5420]

* Bless you , so very detailed and informative made my day !!

[@Bee-Kind-Baker]

What about coasters that will be used for hot mugs?

[@gailmurphy9221]

I am starting to work outside of the box.....have used American Accents to do drawers in the leather look.....but I am redoing my bedroom....I was sidewalk antiquing and found a queen size cannon ball bed frame.....the center of the headboard, I want to give it a leather look.....can I use acrylic paint diluted to give it some color and then do a finish coat

[@wendykerney2103]

Varnishes and sealers.

[@doriskilbane6089]

I put Mod Podge over photos for tile coasters. Will the poly acrylic be good to use on 16:59 top of that so hot mugs don’t stick to it?

[@davidhill1220]

Thanks for the info! Pat

[@patioelf]

My pleasure! Patti

[@dawnruhl8405]

How did I miss this one Pat??? Is it time for an updated video? Oh, & could do a video on Glitter.

[@creativeness68]

Hi. Which one do you recommend for coasters that are decoupage and stenciled?

[@ozzyoz5210]

This has been the biggest problem, as I've tried many different types. The hardware recommend a minwax spray polyurethane.

[@patioelf]

Hi Sirley, My hardware store clerk said, "What in the world is this deco, what is it now?" I've been doing this for so long that I've experimented with and used all of these top coats at different times for different projects. It can get daunting can't it? Thanks for stopping by! Patti

[@pattymcswain2168]

Thank you so very much for sharing . very helpful.

[@jeanneblondewomanstamping9788]

Very informative. Thank you for sharing. I have a problem with top coatings for decoupage (done with Mod Podge) being sticky, even years after application. For example I made stacking trays and coated them with polycrylic, and can’t stack them because they will stick to each other. Can you recommend a coating or wax that could be applied over polycrylic? Or perhaps another combination of mediums for decopauging and topcoat, or other solution for stickyness? Thanks so much in advance for your help. 😊

[@patioelf]

Hi Jeanne, I know a lot of people like Mod Podge but it's for that exact reason that you mention I do not like it at all. It's too thick, sticky and when it's hot or humid it can get gooey, and if you have something like polycrylic over it, that gets sticky as you've found out too. For napkins I use Viva Decor Napkin decoupage glue which I can find with free shipping on Amazon sometimes, but not always, in the craft stores I think it's easier to find Collage Pauge which is a very good decoupage glue for all other papers. Both of these are thinning, dry quickly and you don't get any of that stickiness. So you can add a top coat like poly, and you're fine. I used MP when I first started out but once I tried other decoupage glues I found that they were superior. MP can be used for other crafts but it's almost like a craft glue! I hope I was able to help you out some. Thanks for stopping by! Patti

[@jeanneblondewomanstamping9788]

patioelf thank you so much for your reply and suggestions. I will look up both of those products. 🤗

[@liellesoaps7456]

Thank you so much, this video was very helpful!!

[@karensimon6512]

Thank you for this much needed information.👍

[@maggiebaumler5116]

What about leather. If you decopadge a pair of boots how would you waterproof them?

[@user-livetoknow]

I think I have everything on that table.

[@debraprins1437]

Is the liquitex water proof?

[@patioelf]

no, it's meant more for art work as opposed to utility purposes. :)

[@melo39987]

Thank you so much! So informative!

[@peggyk123]

What top coat should I use on a fabric decoupaged nightstand ?

[@ellasinger8477]

You never talk about Rust-0leum Clear that was sitting on your table. I was waiting for that :(

[@Raven-tb9zs]

Did you ever find out if it's a good product to use? I have this product. I want to know if it's a good fit for my project.

[@ferrets4]

Rustoleum is good stuff!

[@reyasunshyne6510]

Me too! Rust-oleum triple thick clear gloss

[@lucyalmanza2001]

Very very helpful.

[@Chafalota]

THE TRIPLE THICK IS A GREAT PRODUCT.👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 THE ONLY THING I DON'T LIKE ABOUT IT IS THAT OVER TIME IT TURNS VERY YELLOW☹☹☹