· One coat equals three coats of most clear coatings · Permanent, protective extra high gloss finish · Non-firing glaze for polymer clay, bisque, plaster and more
As a beginner artist I recently tried the Krylon Fixative Spray, and I must say, it does an excellent job at setting and protecting artwork. The finishing is smooth and gives a professional touch without altering the original colors. It dries quickly and holds well, making it a reliable choice for artists.
However, the smell is quite strong, so I’d recommend using it in a well-ventilated area. The manufacturer has provided clear usage instructions,be sure to follow them for the best results. Overall, a great fixative with a strong finish, just be mindful of the scent!
JamieReviewed in the United States on April 10, 2025
This spray is so nice to use. It sprays and dries evenly. It covers very well and has a very nice finish that is not too shiny.
It sprays well and I have never had any issues with clogging at the nozzle. I have ordered this multiple times for a wide range of projects.
airbrushjunkyReviewed in the United States on April 23, 2025
I love this stuff for pen, pencil and charcoal artwork. It does have a smell to be aware of but it works great.
Hugh MongusReviewed in the United States on December 28, 2024
This is your old fashioned, brain-killing, high-VOC fixatif. Don't use it indoors in a living area, even with ventilation. In the past couple of decades, spray paints have really cut down on the VOC (volatile organic compounds) content, but this stuff apparently missed the boat. The smell lingers for hours, which I suppose depends on temperature and humidity.
Regardless of the smell, it works very well to protect delicate drawings from smudging. A light coat is enough. A light coat doesn't distort or change the texture of the papers I'm using. Medium-weight sketch paper wrinkles a bit, but smooths out again when it dries. Bristol and mixed-media paper don't distort at all. I think it's difficult to erase through if you need to rework. It's possible, but not without distressing the paper a bit.
Like just about every kind of spray paint, this is easiest to apply with finesse if you use one of the handles that are sold for these cans.
Only time will tell if it truly does help to prevent UV yellowing and oxidation. I haven't been using it long enough, and besides, here in the coastal PNW the UV index doesn't get above -1 for more than four months a year.
I'll buy it again, at least until I find a less stinky alternative.
DanielReviewed in the United States on April 27, 2025
Very impressed woth how it nakes thing I paint, look better and yeah glass like finish asadvertised. Good stuff. Great for 3d printed stuff.
Reviewing for youReviewed in the United States on April 8, 2025
Worked perfectly for my ceramics. It arrived quickly and was easy to use to get a nice clear glaze. I would buy again if I need.
AmyReviewed in the United States on April 22, 2025
Not much to say. Does it's job. Easy to use.
The initial necklace I ordered looked a lot bigger than the one I received. Beautiful necklace but SMALL compared to the picture when ordering.Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2025
This is great stuff if you paint on feathers or do any certain type of crafts
BGReviewed in Australia on July 1, 2019
Makes life so much easier, I love this
peter arnoldReviewed in Australia on August 6, 2023
if i could give a red warning star i would. i used half a can on a pastel painting with no affect, i couldnt add any more layers no matter how much spray i used, how long i left to dry etc etc. i started with small amounts and gradually increased, NOTHING WORKED!! Really dissapointed with this expensive product, will never buy again a hope no one else does either!
RuReviewed in the United States on March 4, 2025
As a beginner artist I recently tried the Krylon Fixative Spray, and I must say, it does an excellent job at setting and protecting artwork. The finishing is smooth and gives a professional touch without altering the original colors. It dries quickly and holds well, making it a reliable choice for artists. However, the smell is quite strong, so I’d recommend using it in a well-ventilated area. The manufacturer has provided clear usage instructions,be sure to follow them for the best results. Overall, a great fixative with a strong finish, just be mindful of the scent!
JamieReviewed in the United States on April 10, 2025
This spray is so nice to use. It sprays and dries evenly. It covers very well and has a very nice finish that is not too shiny. It sprays well and I have never had any issues with clogging at the nozzle. I have ordered this multiple times for a wide range of projects.
airbrushjunkyReviewed in the United States on April 23, 2025
I love this stuff for pen, pencil and charcoal artwork. It does have a smell to be aware of but it works great.
Hugh MongusReviewed in the United States on December 28, 2024
This is your old fashioned, brain-killing, high-VOC fixatif. Don't use it indoors in a living area, even with ventilation. In the past couple of decades, spray paints have really cut down on the VOC (volatile organic compounds) content, but this stuff apparently missed the boat. The smell lingers for hours, which I suppose depends on temperature and humidity. Regardless of the smell, it works very well to protect delicate drawings from smudging. A light coat is enough. A light coat doesn't distort or change the texture of the papers I'm using. Medium-weight sketch paper wrinkles a bit, but smooths out again when it dries. Bristol and mixed-media paper don't distort at all. I think it's difficult to erase through if you need to rework. It's possible, but not without distressing the paper a bit. Like just about every kind of spray paint, this is easiest to apply with finesse if you use one of the handles that are sold for these cans. Only time will tell if it truly does help to prevent UV yellowing and oxidation. I haven't been using it long enough, and besides, here in the coastal PNW the UV index doesn't get above -1 for more than four months a year. I'll buy it again, at least until I find a less stinky alternative.
DanielReviewed in the United States on April 27, 2025
Very impressed woth how it nakes thing I paint, look better and yeah glass like finish asadvertised. Good stuff. Great for 3d printed stuff.
Reviewing for youReviewed in the United States on April 8, 2025
Worked perfectly for my ceramics. It arrived quickly and was easy to use to get a nice clear glaze. I would buy again if I need.
AmyReviewed in the United States on April 22, 2025
Not much to say. Does it's job. Easy to use.
The initial necklace I ordered looked a lot bigger than the one I received. Beautiful necklace but SMALL compared to the picture when ordering.Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2025
This is great stuff if you paint on feathers or do any certain type of crafts
BGReviewed in Australia on July 1, 2019
Makes life so much easier, I love this
peter arnoldReviewed in Australia on August 6, 2023
if i could give a red warning star i would. i used half a can on a pastel painting with no affect, i couldnt add any more layers no matter how much spray i used, how long i left to dry etc etc. i started with small amounts and gradually increased, NOTHING WORKED!! Really dissapointed with this expensive product, will never buy again a hope no one else does either!