Guitar spirit varnish, colorless
JOHA Guitar Spirit Varnish
Pure Shellac-Based Spirit Varnish
Tradition meets tone: For a refined finish and authentic sound.
The JOHA Guitar Spirit Varnish is a high-quality spirit varnish made from 100% pure natural shellac – free from synthetic resins, oils, or plasticizers. Specially developed for the needs of guitar making and fine stringed instrument finishing, it combines a traditional formula, premium raw materials, and excellent workability. Ideal for achieving a natural, resonant surface with brilliant visual depth.
Application Areas
Whether for building new instruments, restoring vintage guitars, or performing touch-ups:
JOHA Guitar spirit Varnish is the preferred choice of luthiers, restorers, and dedicated hobbyists.
Application – Flexible & Precise
- Brush application: The varnish spreads smoothly and evenly with a fine brush. It dries quickly, making it perfect for layer-by-layer builds with visual depth.
- French polishing: Thanks to its purity and consistency, it is perfectly suited for the traditional French polish technique. Multiple thin layers can be built up to create a deep, warm shine without forming a synthetic film.
Key Features
- ✔ 100% pure shellac – no synthetic additives or resins
- ✔ Sound-friendly: Does not dampen the instrument’s resonance
- ✔ Brilliant, transparent finish – enhances wood grain and color
- ✔ Natural gloss – from satin to high-gloss (depending on polish)
- ✔ Traditionally proven – perfect for both historical and modern guitars
- ✔ Fast drying – allows efficient further processing
Why JOHA?
For decades, JOHA has been synonymous with top-quality instrument varnishes. Our spirit varnishes are based on time-tested formulas and are developed in close collaboration with violin and guitar makers. This specific guitar varnish is tailored to the unique needs of acoustic string instruments.
Available Sizes: e.g. 100 ml, 250 ml, 500 ml, 1 L
Color tone: Natural amber (slightly warm, transparent)
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