I've seen some discussion of varnish in the pirogue section, about varnish not drying. So, what is the best type or brand do you use or recommend?
What is the type or brand of varnish to use?
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need to thin it down like the directions say and apply thin coats - we roll and tip
expensive and not as forgiving as some varnishes, but has a high solids content and makes a beautiful finish that really lasts
need to thin it down like the directions say and apply thin coats - we roll and tip
expensive and not as forgiving as some varnishes, but has a high solids content and makes a beautiful finish that really lasts
We like the Z Spar for a couple of reasons, Coal. One, it works. Two, it provides excellent UV protection. Reason #2 is really a primary reason to use varnish on a boat. Epoxy already looks like varnish, but it needs UV protection.
JEM said:NO MINWAX!
Same here , forget using that ..... CRAP..... You will regret it in the short run , not the long run. Or pay the penalty for using it with a lot of sanding and cussing. :evil:
Chuck.
Well, it wasn't a total loss. I did learn a couple of new cuss words.oldsparkey said:JEM said:NO MINWAX!
Same here , forget using that ..... CRAP..... You will regret it in the short run , not the long run. Or pay the penalty for using it with a lot of sanding and cussing.
Thanks guys, that's the information I was looking for.
Here is something I found at another forum:
"We were surprised and a bit confused when the Minnwax customer service rep told us the company specifically did not recommend the product for marine applications - nor was more than three coats recommended. Huh? A product marketed as a spar grade exterior wood finish and named 'Helmsman' is not recommended for marine use by the company that makes it?"
Here is a product overview on Z Spar:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aDbkfkI4FkQ
Here is something I found at another forum:
"We were surprised and a bit confused when the Minnwax customer service rep told us the company specifically did not recommend the product for marine applications - nor was more than three coats recommended. Huh? A product marketed as a spar grade exterior wood finish and named 'Helmsman' is not recommended for marine use by the company that makes it?"
Here is a product overview on Z Spar:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aDbkfkI4FkQ