4.275 kr.
Developed in collaboration with the National Gallery of Art,
Gamvar Matte reduces surface sheen while maintaining the deepest values in your painting.
Gamblin Gamvar is a pre‑mixed, synthetic resin picture varnish developed in collaboration with the National Gallery of Art, designed for use on oil and acrylic paintings . It’s virtually odorless and water‑clear—unlike traditional damar or damar-based varnishes—and comes ready to use without mixing
Minimal odor – perfect for indoor studio use
Dries quickly with thin coats – touch-dry in ~24 hours; fully dry to ship in ~2 days
Protects & enhances color – deepens saturation, evens sheen, safeguards against dust, debris, and UV
Removable – clean removal possible using Gamsol without harming original paint
Gloss: High shine, full color “wet” look
Satin: Subtle sheen (eggshell), halfway between gloss & matte
Matte: Minimizes glare, ideal for dark or matte paintings
When to apply?
Apply Gamvar as soon as your painting is firm to the touch, even in the thickest areas—no need to wait 6 months as with damar varnish As one Redditor confirms:
“Yep, you can apply it as soon as everything is thoroughly touch dry, and it’s suitable as a final varnish…
How to apply
Apply one very thin coat—Gamblin stresses avoiding pooling or thick layers
For gloss: after tack-free, apply a second thin layer if desired
Satin or matte: stick to one coat to prevent patchiness
For textured or impasto works: wick away excess with a dry brush
Touch-dry in about 24 hours
Paint ready for shipping in ~2 days
No need for long wait-overs like with damar—fast and efficient finishing
Use a low-profile brush (preferably under ¼″ thick) for even coverage
Matte and satin versions may require shaking to resuspend matting agents before use gamblincolors.com
Can be safely cleaned or removed with Gamsol
Avoid mixing Gamvar with other varnish types (e.g., damar) to prevent compatibility issues
Eric Santoli (review): “The first thing I noticed… it has almost no odor… water-like consistency… spreads nicely…
Michael Chesley Johnson (matte review): “Just brush it on… matte version is a little more viscous… no need to wait six months…”
Eva Christensen (blog): “…rich, saturated, unified appearance… a little Gamvar goes an extremely long way
Gamblin Gamvar is an easy-to-use, pre-mixed varnish that enhances color depth, evens out surface sheen, protects your work, and is removable—all with minimal odor and fast drying times. Choose Gloss for a vivid shine, Satin for a gentle glow, or Matte to avoid glare on darker pieces. It’s considered final-varnish quality by many, despite being usable shortly after initial drying.
