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i have made a tray using a wooden base covered with pm and decoupage, and have sealed it with PVA (lots of layers). Unfortunately when I put hot coffee mugs on the tray the PVA goes milky.
Does anyone know if there is a heat resistant varnish which I could use next time (or perhaps even put on top)?
This is a great site and I appreciate all the ideas. 8)
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Hi...
There is a product that I've purchased at my local craft store. I can't think of the name. It comes in a mix and it is crystal clear. You pour it on your tray and let it dry. It dries crystal clear and hard as a rock and protects your project. I haven't used mine on trays, but instead I use it for my flower arrangements in vases (fake looking water). I was recently reading a paper crafting book and they used this same product to cover a t.v. tray that they PM'd/decopauged so I am assuming it is safe for that type of use as well.
Hope that helps!
Vicki
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What is the name of this stuff????
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I'll run over to my craft store today and get the name. Actually, I might have some here that I havent used yet. I'll take a look around in my crafting closet and get back to you.
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It sounds as though you are talking about resin. Do you have to mix it with a catalyst?
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YES! I thought that was the name, but didn't want to say it without double checking. I often get things confused with other things and end up saying the wrong thing. 
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HI, thanks for your interest folks. Does anyone out there know of a heat resistant varnish for use on a tray which I might buy in the UK?
all the best
ann 
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