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#1 2005-08-19 15:42:23

anniekent
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Registered: 2005-08-19
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heat resistant varnish

i have made a tray using a wooden base covered with pm and decoupage, and have sealed it with PVA (lots of layers).  Unfortunately when I put hot coffee mugs on the tray the PVA goes milky.

Does anyone know if there is a heat resistant varnish which I could use next time (or perhaps even put on top)?

This is a great site and I appreciate all the ideas.  8)

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#2 2005-08-19 16:05:34

trixyinaz
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From: Michigan, USA
Registered: 2005-08-15
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Re: heat resistant varnish

Hi...

There is a product that I've purchased at my local craft store.  I can't think of the name.  It comes in a mix and it is crystal clear.  You pour it on your tray and let it dry.  It dries crystal clear and hard as a rock and protects your project.  I haven't used mine on trays, but instead I use it for my flower arrangements in vases (fake looking water).  I was recently reading a paper crafting book and they used this same product to cover a t.v. tray that they PM'd/decopauged so I am assuming it is safe for that type of use as well.

Hope that helps!

Vicki

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#3 2005-08-20 11:58:32

tammywilson161@hotmail.co
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From: America
Registered: 2005-05-31
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Re: heat resistant varnish

What is the name of this stuff????

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#4 2005-08-20 12:07:19

trixyinaz
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From: Michigan, USA
Registered: 2005-08-15
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Re: heat resistant varnish

I'll run over to my craft store today and get the name.  Actually, I might have some here that I havent used yet.  I'll take a look around in my crafting closet and get back to you.

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#5 2005-08-20 15:35:06

dopapier
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From: UK
Registered: 2004-12-04
Posts: 754

Re: heat resistant varnish

It sounds as though you are talking about resin.  Do you have to mix it with a catalyst?


I'm a PM addict

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#6 2005-08-20 19:30:09

trixyinaz
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From: Michigan, USA
Registered: 2005-08-15
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Re: heat resistant varnish

YES!  I thought that was the name, but didn't want to say it without double checking.  I often get things confused with other things and end up saying the wrong thing.   lol

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#7 2005-08-23 11:35:54

anniekent
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Registered: 2005-08-19
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Re: heat resistant varnish

HI, thanks for your interest folks.  Does anyone out there know of a heat resistant varnish for use on a tray which I might buy in the UK?
all the best
ann roll

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