Subtle Protection with a Lasting Satin Sheen

Winsor & Newton Artist’s Satin Varnish offers professional-quality protection for finished oil paintings, delivering a smooth satin finish that strikes the perfect balance between matte and gloss. Designed to safeguard artwork from dirt, grease, and damaging UV light, this high-performance varnish creates a protective layer that seals the paint film while preserving color vibrancy. Quick-drying and non-yellowing, it maintains the original appearance of your painting over time without darkening or altering its tones.

This varnish is fully removable with Artists’ White Spirit or Distilled Turpentine, allowing for safe revarnishing when needed. Ideal for use with traditional oil, alkyd, and water-mixable oil paints, it should only be applied once the painting is thoroughly dry—typically between 6 to 12 months after completion. Whether you're preparing a piece for exhibition or long-term preservation, Artist’s Satin Varnish delivers even coverage, UV protection, and a soft, refined sheen that enhances rather than overpowers your work.

Key Features

• Satin finish offers soft, balanced surface sheen
• UV-resistant for long-term color protection
• Non-yellowing formula preserves vibrancy
• Quick-drying and easy to apply evenly
• Removable with Artists’ White Spirit or Distilled Turpentine
• Suitable for oil, alkyd, and water-mixable oil paintings

Perfect For

• Final protection of fully dried oil paintings
• Artists seeking a subtle, non-glossy finish
• Guarding artwork against dirt, grease, and light damage
• Revarnishing and conservation efforts
• Professional display or archival preparation