What should I use instead of Genesis Matte Varnish?

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I’m sure this has been asked and answered but I don’t see it anywhere. What matte varnish should I use in place of Genesis? Also…what kind of medium should I use to seal the kit before I begin to paint so the paint will bond to the vinyl?

Thank you!
Sharon Gate
KenzieBelleTreasures

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I’m also out of matte varnish, I’m using AR shine remover as a final layer over my GHSP satin varnish. I also sometimes use soft touch with cornstarch, and golden matte varnish. I don’t ever use a medium to prime prior to painting, you don’t need a primer. But I know some people will use a thin varnish layer before painting, or another primer if that’s how they prefer to paint.

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Welcome back!

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This is the question of the day.

I made a video with what I had on hand at the time, I will link it here. You can use air dry varnish over genesis heat set. I would test it, let it cure just to make sure everything is cool.

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Thank you for doing this! I just watched and have a few options on hand. Kind of nervous to use anything but Genesis matte/satin mix but I’ve got test parts and will make very sure of my choice before I put it on a baby. Good info, thanks for your help!

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Sadly AR shine remover is discontinued! :confounded:

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Dolls by Sandie still has it in stock for $4.99 I purchased 6 jars last week. But yeah it says discontinued so you have to buy it before they run out.

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Oh I did :rofl::rofl::rofl::wink:

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Good!! I’m hoping I bought enough to last me until GHSP matte is back in stock

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Thanks, Gina! I found a couple of the good ones:

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These are a rare find and so awesome. I bought two and I would totally hoard them all but we need lots of beautiful babies out there so leaving some for my friends. Thank you.

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Which did you order and from which one?? The last supplier says “on back order”, so wondering.

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I ordered mine direct from Deco art.