What do you thin epifanes varnish with?
The ideal thinners for Epifanes famous Gloss Clear Varnish, Wood Finish Gloss (and Matte) and the Rubbed Effect Varnish. Made from a pure white spirit for a clear application. Choose Brush Thinner or Spray Thinner.
Is epifanes varnish a polyurethane?
Epifanes Poly-urethane Yacht Coating (2-comp.) A high gloss, two-component, polyester saturated, aliphatic urethane coating. Scratch resistant, excellent outdoor durability and weather resistance. Finish provides perfect flow and easy application by brush, roller or spray.
How long will epifanes varnish last?
Unopened varnish has virtually no shelf life. We have opened five-year-old varnish that has been perfectly good. The oils and resins may change color and consistency slightly but essentially the product should be fine.
How long does it take for epifanes to cure?
Allow 24 hours to cure and sand with 220 grit dry abrasive paper. Apply second coat thinned approx. 25% and third coat thinned approx. 15%.
How long does epifanes varnish take to dry?
One-component satin interior varnish system
| Step 1 | Step 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Epifanes Clear (Gloss) Varnish | Epifanes Rubbed Effect Varnish | |
| Number of coats | 1 | 1 or 2 |
| Thinner | 25% | 0 – 5% |
| Drying Time | 24 hours | 12 hours |
Can epifanes poly-urethane clear gloss be applied over existing varnish?
After surface preparation, Epifanes Poly-urethane Clear Gloss may be applied over practically all existing two-component poly-urethane varnish systems and epoxy resin. Ensure the existing system is dry and free of dirt, grease, salt, dust and other contamination.
How do you apply epifane varnish to wood?
For best result apply by soft longhaired brush along the wood grain. After staining, all Epifanes one-component or two-component varnish systems can be applied. On bare wood apply one coat Epifanes Rapidclear. This semigloss, quick drying finish seals the wood so it takescolor evenly.
What is the difference between epifane high gloss and wood finish gloss?
Specifically formulated for oily woods like teak and iroco, Wood Finish Gloss has an ultra high gloss finish which is identical in appearance to Epifanes High Gloss Clear Varnish. Its color is clear amber. One of its outstanding characteristics is its ability to build up coats quickly without sanding.
How long does it take for epifane to dry before painting?
On bare wood apply one coat Epifanes Rapidclear. This semigloss, quick drying finish seals the wood so it takescolor evenly. After drying (min. 5-6 hours), apply one or more coats Epifanes Rapidcoat until the desired color has been achieved.