General Finishes Flat Out Flat Topcoat, Gallon

I of to say, I am really happy with this product. It is my first time using it and I am very pleased with it so far. it is a bit pricey for the size, but i got more out of it, than what I paid for it. It really lives up to its name, flat out flat. I’ve always used the polyurethane waterbase matte finish, but sometimes when I would use more than one coat, it would end up with more of a satin look, than a Matte with white streaks. I used 3 coats of the Flat Out Flat on this piece, because i knew I would be using it a lot and it still have a flat look finish and no white streaks. It is easy to use and clean up is easy peezy. Like I mentioned before, I use this piece a lot for cocktail serving, so I’m always spilling stuff on it. I was very happy after using it for a party on a Friday night, wiping it down the next day, I was very happy that it held up. GREAT PRODUCT GREAT COMPANY!.

I think I found what I was looking for in a FLAT OUT MATTE topcoat for a raw wood ceiling. This is a 50 yr old 2x6 knotty pine T&G with Doug Fir beams that had been originally stained very dark then sanded clean. The sealer had to be brushed on rather than sprayed as it’s a vaulted ceiling and my contractor said it would be a running, dripping mess so it was a pains-taking job but judge for yourself by the included photos. They’ll be other exposed pecky cedar posts & beams in various places in the house and I plan to finish them with this product as well. I really like the look. What do you think?

This stuff is great. I was so happy with the flat look that it gave. Just what I wanted. Expensive but I would probably buy it again if I had a project to do.

This topcoat is easy to apply without streaks or bubbles. It is very durable and leaves a beautiful, smooth flat finish. Worth every penny.

We purchased this to apply as protective sealer over chalk paint on dresser. We wanted to keep the very matte finish that chalk paint has. We originally used and minwax matte finish polyurethane, but it had a fair amount of more sheen than the chalk paint and it also made the color slightly different. When I tried this product on a sample board painted with the chalk paint, the wife and I were really surprised as it keep the matte finish of the chalk paint and did not darken the paint color. It is easy to apply and easy to clean application tools. I can swear to durability yet as I have only just applied it to the dresser. If you are looking for a truly matte finish this is the product for you. It's expensive but seems to be worth it.

If you’re looking for a protective topcoat that delivers a smooth, professional finish without adding unwanted shine, General Finishes Flat Out Flat Topcoat is an excellent choice. Designed for projects where a low-sheen, almost invisible finish is preferred, this product really lives up to its name. Ease of Application: It brushes, rolls, or sprays on with minimal effort and levels nicely, reducing visible brush strokes. It dries fairly quickly, which helps speed up multi-coat projects, though it’s best to allow proper curing time for durability. Finish Quality: The sheen is truly flat—perfect for pieces where you want the natural character of the wood or the paint color to stand out without a glossy or satin reflection. Once cured, it feels smooth to the touch and has a soft, velvety appearance that looks high-end. Durability: While Flat Out Flat offers good protection for most furniture and decorative projects, it’s not quite as tough as General Finishes High Performance Topcoat. It’s ideal for low-to-moderate traffic pieces like coffee tables, dressers, bookshelves, and cabinets, but if you need heavy-duty protection (like on a kitchen table), you may want to opt for something stronger. Pros: True flat, matte finish with no plastic-looking sheen Easy to apply and self-leveling Water-based and low odor Excellent clarity—doesn’t yellow over time Cons: Not as durable as other GF topcoats for high-traffic surfaces Requires careful application to avoid streaks in the flat finish

I am absolutely sold on General Finishes Flat Out Flat!!! When used with the General Finishes Sand and Sealer for the base coat, the finish is second to none with the velvety feel and look of raw wood. I am totally impressed! Highly recommended…

There is something about the General Finishes paint and sealers that just can't be beat! This is the only flat topcoat that is actually flat. Sorry MinWax. This will be my go to finish whenever I need a flat.

Love this product. I had to research the internet for a product that didn’t change the colour of sanded back wood. I came across flat out flat.it’s actually v good and nothing like it on the market in Australia. Thumbs up for this product as all the rest, even what they call Clear change the colour of the timber

Very good varnish perfect for furniture

This product produce a nice flat finish as promises but it did change the colour of the Wood which I was trying to avoid. Still a nice finish though.