✨ What This Is
• A finely ground, ready-to-dissolve varnish powder
• Designed for spirit varnish preparation
• Suitable for new builds, restoration, and touch-up work
• No solvents, no fillers, no premixed liquids
🧪 What You’ll Need
To prepare the varnish:
• Ethanol (best: 190-200 proof)
(Can use denatured alcohol, but may haze, also need above 190 proof)
• Glass jar with lid
• Gentle warmth and occasional stirring
Add solvent slowly to reach your preferred working consistency.
🎶 Characteristics
• Warm, traditional color response
• Builds evenly in thin coats
• Excellent clarity over figured maple
• Compatible with common historical ground and seal systems
Ideal for instruments inspired by classical Italian and German traditions.
📦 What You Receive
• Dry varnish mix (powder)
• Carefully packaged for moisture protection
• Clear labeling for shop storage
No liquid solvents are included.
⚠️ Important Notes
• For instrument use only
• Requires proper ventilation when mixed with alcohol
• Final color and gloss depend on application technique and substrate
🛠️ Who This Is For
• Violin / viola / cello makers
• Restorers and conservators
• Luthiers who prefer traditional, customizable finishes
• Serious hobbyists and workshop schools