Have you ever noticed that on some old buildings or furniture, there will be a transparent crystalline substance? It covers the surface like a protective film, which can both protect the item from oxidation and increase the luster. That’s what we’re going to talk about today — varnish.
What is varnish?
Varnish is a coating composed of resin as the main film-forming substance and solvent, also known as Fanli water. It is a light yellow or transparent paint, the luster is very beautiful, easy to form.Varnish is a transparent protective coating, which can give the coated article anti-oxidation, waterproof, anti-corrosion properties, while also increasing the gloss. In addition, the varnish has a certain wear resistance, which can effectively protect the surface of the item from damage. In daily life, we can use varnish on the surface of wood products, plastic products, metal products, etc., to make them more durable and beautiful.Varnish can also be used to fix the painting, play a role in preventing oxidation, and extend the preservation time of the painting.
There are many types of varnish, including furniture varnish, wood varnish, metal varnish and so on. In addition, there are different gloss options for the varnish, which can be painted as needed. In the process of using varnish, care should be taken to avoid excessive painting, so as not to cause foaming or cracking of the surface.

Why do furniture use varnish?
1.Protective effect
Varnish can be used for furniture maintenance. If the varnish is applied along the texture of the furniture, the varnish will form a smooth and transparent film after drying, which can play a role in protecting the furniture, which can be moisture-proof, wear-resistant, mothproof, and can also increase the luster of the wooden furniture and appear more textured.
2.Anti-oxidation effect
Wooden beds are painted, which can protect the furniture to delay oxidation, extend the use of time, but also to increase the brightness of the bed. At the same time, when brushing the bed varnish, pay attention to the surface of the board not rough, do not miss the brush, the diluent should be added to the right amount, and the surrounding environment should be kept clean after brushing to prevent someone from touching.
To sum up, varnish is a very practical paint, which can effectively protect the surface of various materials and increase the life and beauty of items. If you want to make your furniture, appliances, etc. more durable, you may want to try using varnish for painting.
If you buy household items with varnish, be sure to ventilate them and dry them, and then use them after the toxic substances are distributed clean, which has no impact on the body.Do not buy furniture that has just been painted and used immediately, over time it will have adverse effects on the body, especially in families with old people and children, be sure to pay attention to this.