Colours for Life Clear Varnish, matt No. 518

AURO COLOURS FOR LIFE Clear Varnish Matt No. 518 is a matt clear varnish without added solvents for coating wood, wood-based materials and metal indoors. It dries quickly and is non-yellowing – the original look of the wood is retained permanently.

Best ratings (Class 1) for wet scrub resistance and hiding power according to DIN EN 13300, meets the toy safety standard DIN EN 71-3 and is resistant to perspiration and saliva according to DIN 53160.

Advantages at a glance

• Good levelling properties
• Fast drying
• High surface strength
• Non-yellowing
• Complies with DIN EN 71-3 (toy safety standard)

Application & Processing

The varnish looks milky white in the tin but dries completely transparent.

Tip: The clear varnish is only recommended for interior use. For exterior use, the white or coloured COLOURS FOR LIFE varnishes are available in over 1000 shades made from mineral pigments.

Technical data

Area of application	Wood/wood-based materials/metal, interior, transparent, matt
Application	Brush or roller
0.375 litre container	Coverage approx. 5 m²
0.75 litre container	Coverage approx. 10 m²
2.5 litre container	Coverage approx. 31 m²
10 litre container	Coverage approx. 125 m²

Ingredients (full declaration)

AURO fully discloses its formulations. The following overview shows the substance groups that make up this lacquer:

• Renewable natural materials – 43 %
• Processed natural materials – 12.5 %
• Mineral materials – 2 %
• Synthetic materials – 0,5 %

Ingredients: Water, Decovery® (bio-based binder), silicic acid, cellulose, rapeseed and castor oil surfactants, silicates, ammonia solution, benzisothiazolinone, sodium pyrithione (preservatives).

Frequently asked questions

Why does the varnish look milky in the tin?

This is normal for this formulation: once dry, the varnish becomes completely transparent.

Is the clear varnish suitable for exterior use?

No, it is only recommended for interior use. For exterior use, there are the COLOURS FOR LIFE paints with mineral pigments.

Is the varnish suitable for children's toys?

Yes, it complies with the toy standard DIN EN 71-3 and is resistant to perspiration and saliva.

Does the varnish yellow over time?

No, it is formulated to be non-yellowing.

Is there also a gloss version?

Yes, AURO COLOURS FOR LIFE Clear Lacquer Gloss No. 515.

How quickly does the lacquer dry?

Fast – for exact recoating times, please refer to the Technical Data Sheet.