{"product_id":"gloss-clay-varnish-signature-120ml","title":"Gloss Clay Varnish Signature 120ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClear gloss varnish for sealing baked polymer clay pieces.\u003c\/strong\u003e If you've made jewellery, charms, miniatures or sculptures from Make n Bake clay and want them to last — this is the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e120ml of water-based clear gloss varnish. Dries glossy and protects baked polymer clay from scuffs, fingerprints, and minor moisture. Mont Marte Signature line. Ships from our Manukau Auckland warehouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSealing baked polymer clay jewellery (earrings, pendants, charms)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtecting miniatures and figurines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlossing finished air-dry clay pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse over acrylic-painted polymer clay to lock the colour in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake sure your piece is fully baked and cooled (or air-dried 48 hours)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a thin coat with a soft brush — don't pool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet dry 1–2 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecond coat for extra protection — recommended for jewellery you'll wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs it food-safe?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — water-based clear varnish isn't food-safe. Don't use on items that contact food or get washed in a dishwasher.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I use it over painted clay?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — it locks acrylic paint underneath. Make sure paint is fully dry first (24 hours).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWill it yellow over time?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIndoor pieces stay clear for years. Direct sunlight will eventually yellow any water-based varnish — store finished pieces away from prolonged UV.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDo you ship NZ-wide?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — free NZ shipping over $75.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is the clay varnish food-safe?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"No - water-based clear varnish isn't food-safe.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can I use it over painted clay?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes - it locks acrylic paint underneath. Paint must be fully dry first.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Will it yellow over time?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Indoor pieces stay clear for years. Direct UV will eventually yellow it.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Do you ship NZ-wide?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes - free NZ shipping over $75.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Mont Marte","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44518457999584,"sku":"12","price":9.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0637\/5401\/0848\/files\/ScreenShot2023-12-22at11.07.00PM.png?v=1703239644","url":"https:\/\/handymandy.co.nz\/products\/gloss-clay-varnish-signature-120ml","provider":"Handy Mandy Craft Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}