Fiddes Clear Glaze

Name: Fiddes Clear Glaze 1L & 2.5L | Matt or Satin Wood Varnish
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Fiddes Clear Glaze is a durable, high-build interior wood varnish available in Matt or Satin. Designed to enhance the natural beauty and grain of timber, it provides a highly durable, water and stain-resistant finish for interior wood floors, doors, skirting boards, panels, joinery and kitchen worktops. Easy to apply by brush or roller, it offers excellent coverage and a hard-wearing finish. Available in 1 litre and 2.5 litre containers.

Very easy to apply
Water & Stain resistant
Highly durable
Tread-fast
Excellent coverage

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Size

1 Litre
2.5 Litre

Sheen

Matt
Satin

Clear

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Fiddes Clear Glaze is a durable, high-build interior wood varnish available in Matt or Satin. Specially formulated to enhance the natural beauty and grain of timber, it provides a highly durable, water and stain-resistant finish for interior wood floors, doors, skirting boards, panels and joinery around the home. It can also be used on wooden work surfaces such as kitchen worktops.

Easy to apply and offering excellent coverage, Fiddes Clear Glaze is a versatile wood varnish for protecting interior timber against everyday wear. Available in two sheen options, Matt and Satin, and supplied in 1 litre or 2.5 litre containers.

Features and Benefits of Fiddes Clear Glaze

Durable, high-build interior wood varnish.
Available in Matt or Satin sheen.
Highly durable water and stain-resistant finish.
Enhances the natural beauty and grain of timber.
Suitable for interior wood floors, doors, skirting boards and panels.
Can also be used on wooden work surfaces such as kitchen worktops.
Easy to apply with excellent coverage.
Tread-fast finish.
Available in 1 litre and 2.5 litre containers.

Where Can Fiddes Clear Glaze Be Used?

Fiddes Clear Glaze is designed for interior wood surfaces where a durable, protective varnish is required. Suitable applications include:

Interior wooden floors.
Doors and door frames.
Skirting boards and architraves.
Wooden panels and interior joinery.
Kitchen worktops and other suitable wooden work surfaces.
Wooden surfaces in bathrooms.

Once fully cured, the finish provides resistance to water and stains, helping protect timber from everyday household use.

How to Use Fiddes Clear Glaze

Ensure the wood is clean, dry and free from any previous finish, including wax and oil. Clear Glaze should be applied to bare interior wood.
Fill any gaps or splits in the timber with a suitable wood filler.
Sand the wood with fine-grade sandpaper in the direction of the grain and remove all dust.
Stir the product thoroughly before use.
Apply thinly using a natural-bristle brush, following the direction of the grain, in a warm, well-ventilated room.
Allow approximately 6 hours to dry in warm, dry and well-ventilated conditions.
Stir thoroughly before and periodically during application.
Apply 2 coats to hardwood and a maximum of 3 coats to softwood or more porous timber. You can de-nib between coats if required.

Always test on an inconspicuous area before starting to check suitability and the final appearance. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions on the tin.

Coverage and Drying Time

Coverage: Approximately 14m² per litre, depending on the timber and method of application.
Drying time: Approximately 4–6 hours in warm conditions.
Full curing time: Approximately 7 days.
Cleaning: Clean brushes and tools with white spirit.
Thinning: Ready to use; if required, thin with a maximum of 10% white spirit.

Allow the finish to cure fully before subjecting it to normal use. Leaving it for 7 days before use helps achieve maximum durability.

Fiddes Clear Glaze – Product Details

Brand: Fiddes
Product: Clear Glaze
Type: High-build interior wood varnish
Sheen options: Matt or Satin
Sizes: 1 litre and 2.5 litre
Coverage: Approximately 14m² per litre
Suitable for: Interior wood floors, doors, skirting boards, panels, joinery and worktops

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Fiddes Clear Glaze be applied on top of any previous finish?

No, Clear Glaze can only be applied to interior bare wood that has no previous finish. You cannot apply this to exterior wood, as it is designed for interior use only.

How many coats of Clear Glaze should I apply?

It is recommended to apply 2 coats on hardwood and 3 coats on softwood. This can be applied with a brush or roller. It is not recommended to spray this varnish, as this can lead to an uneven finish.

Can you thin Fiddes Clear Glaze?

Fiddes Clear Glaze is ready to use and should not normally need thinning, but you can thin this varnish with a maximum of 10% white spirit.

How long does Fiddes Clear Glaze take to dry and cure?

This wood varnish will usually take around 4–6 hours to dry in warm conditions, but it will take around 7 days to fully cure. Leaving it for 7 days before use will offer maximum durability to the finish.

Where can Fiddes Clear Glaze be used?

Fiddes Clear Glaze Wood Varnish can be used on wood floors, doors, skirting boards and on suitable wood in bathrooms. The fully cured finish offers water resistance and resistance to heat and stains, making it suitable for protection against everyday marks from hot drinks or alcohol.

Can you use this wood varnish on top of a wood dye?

Yes, you can use this wood varnish on top of a suitable wood dye, as long as the dye has fully dried before application.

How long will Fiddes Clear Glaze last in the tin once opened?

This will last approximately 12–18 months in the tin if sealed correctly.

Health and safety

Flammable liquid. Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in aquatic environment. Harmful: May cause lung damage if swallowed, in case of fire use dry powder/foam/CO2. Never use water. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid release into the environment. Refer to special instructions safety data sheet. If swallowed do not induce vomiting, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label. Suitable protection: gloves and clothing should be worn. KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN