Can You Varnish over Glaze

As long as you are using a spray gun for application and lacquer for your finish, you don’t have to let an oil-based glaze dry overnight before applying the finish. You can do it fairly quickly, without problems.

Can I glaze over stained wood?

You can use a glaze to add color effects to a finished piece of wood; however, applying glaze to unfinished wood isn’t recommended, even if the wood is stained. … You can apply gel stain over stained, unfinished wood, though, to deepen the color.

Do I need a clear coat over glaze?

ANSWER: Yes! GF recommends sealing Glaze Effects with High Performance Top Coat. Even though General Finishes Milk Paint does not require a top coat for light to medium wear, once Glaze Effects is added GF recommends sealing the piece with High Performance.