TECHNICAL DATA Spray, seal & store. Oxygen & moisture can thicken or skin over leftover finishes. BLOXYGEN’s powerful, heavy inert gas protects your leftovers from damage. BENEFITS Use all of…
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Boat Varnishing Tips
WHAT IS THE NAME FOR? Bloxygen stands for “Blocks Oxygen.” Pronounced BLOCKS-A-JEN, this product uses heavy, inert argon to shield leftover paint products so they won’t gel or skin over….
Use a mild wood cleaner to ensure the surface is free of moisture, oils & other contaminants before sanding. Sand wood as required to expose a fresh surface, with final…
If the original varnished surface is intact without discolouration or signs of severe deterioration, use an industrial detergent to ensure the surface is free of moisture, oil & other contaminants…
Bristol Finish Classic Clear Water Based Interior High Gloss Urethane is a versatile, single-component, clear wood coating suitable for all timbers. It has very high abrasion resistance & suitable for…
Colour & Finish : Amber Clear / High Gloss Range of gloss levels available Package : 1 litre kit 1.07L approx 4 litre kit 4.28L approx Mixing Ratio By Volume :…
If the original varnished surface is intact without discolouration or signs of severe deterioration, use an industrial detergent to ensure the surface is free of moisture, oils & other contaminants…
Use a mild wood cleaner to ensure the surface is free of moisture, oils & other contaminants before sanding. Sand wood as required to expose a fresh surface, with final…
Buy the best brush you can afford, not only will they give the best finish, they will last many years if cared for. The preferred varnish brush has long, soft…
Use the recommended thinners & solvents to clean equipment, some one-pot varnishes clean up in mineral turps. Some polyurethane varnishes are water soluble, a huge saving & also reduction in…
The UV rays from the sun do the real damage, the heat accelerating the process. So measure the time between touch ups in seasons rather than years. As the surface…
Most varnishes will feel dry within a relatively short time, especially in warmer weather; however, they will not fully cure for several days. When recoating, allow sufficient time for the…
The quality of the finished job depends not only on how thoroughly you prepare the surface, but the weather conditions at the time. Too hot, & the varnish can set…
Not all varnishes need to be stirred (read the instructions carefully before use). Any product that does need stirring should be mixed thoroughly using a flat stirrer (a cheap wooden…
Prepare the wood well, sand or scrape to a smooth surface & fill imperfections Keep the job & work area clean, dry & dust free Organise the area so you…
Beauty is only skin deep, but the quality of the end result depends entirely on how well the wood is prepared to begin with. When varnished, any imperfections (dents, scratches,…
Timber is not only a practical & durable material to use in boat construction, it is also extremely beautiful. While anyone can put varnish on, to make the job look…
