Step 1 - Remove any labels, then clean the jars. (Peel off any labels or price tags first.) -Wash the jars thoroughly with soap and water, then pat them dry. Step 2 - Apply the first coat, let it dry, then apply the second coat. -It should take about 20 minutes for the first coat to dry. Step 3- - Once the jar dries, you can flip it over and apply 2 coats of the same paint to the bottom. Step-4-Seal the jar with 2 coats of acrylic sealer. The finish you use is up to you.