- 2080 Baisakh · 1 mark
Function of varnishes
Short answer
Varnish protects surfaces from moisture, dust and wear while enhancing the natural grain and colour. It provides a hard, glossy, washable finish and preserves painted surfaces.
What is the function of varnishes?
Varnish is a transparent protective coating of resin dissolved in a solvent. Its functions are to:
- Protect timber and other surfaces from moisture, dust and wear.
- Show and improve the natural grain, colour and beauty of the surface.
- Give a hard, smooth, glossy and washable finish.
- Preserve painted surfaces and make them last longer.
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