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Do I need to varnish before applying a decal?
It is a good idea to give your model a coat of gloss varnish before applying decals as this helps with the gluing process.
When you have finished adding the decals and they have had time to dry, you will need to re-varnish the model, in the finish of your choice: matt, satin or gloss.
This will also seal in the decals keeping them fresh for years to come.
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