Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: varnishing

Posted by ioptfm on 05/11/10 - 5:43 PM
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epflynn wrote:
thanks again for all the help guys. Het Tom did a quart give you 12 coats or did you need 2 quarts i am not going with 12 coats just don't have the time i figure between 6 and 8 should be ok


No doubt I did overkill................more than likely 4 or 5 will be plenty. 1 quart will easily do the job for you. I can't stress enough making sure each coat is absolutely dry prior to sanding and adding the next coat. Also, I think others will agree, that the higher the gloss, the more difficult it is to get a good even finish. I used a Matte finish which is a very low sheen and it still provides plenty of shine in my opinion