{"product_id":"old-masters-spar-marine-varnish","title":"Old Masters Spar Marine Varnish","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOld Masters Spar Marine Varnish, Oil-Based Exterior Clear Finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOld Masters Spar-Marine Varnish\u003c\/strong\u003e is a clear, \u003cstrong\u003eoil-based exterior varnish\u003c\/strong\u003e for wood. It dries to a flexible finish that stands up to water and weather, and it contains \u003cstrong\u003eUV absorbers\u003c\/strong\u003e for sun protection. Use it on doors, railings, fences, lawn furniture and boat surfaces above the waterline. Choose \u003cstrong\u003eSatin, Semi-Gloss or Gloss\u003c\/strong\u003e, in a spray can or a brush-on can.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible, water-resistant film\u003c\/strong\u003e made for outdoor wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUV absorbers\u003c\/strong\u003e to slow sun damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrush, pad or spray\u003c\/strong\u003e application; aerosol for small jobs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterior approved\u003c\/strong\u003e for windowsills and door frames.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere to Use It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExterior doors, railings, fences, lawn furniture, boats and marine surfaces above the waterline. Indoors, use it on windowsills and door frames. For wood only. \u003cem\u003eDo not use on wooden decks or steps, wood siding, log homes or wood boats below the waterline. Do not apply in direct sun or strong wind.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSheens and Sizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSatin:\u003c\/strong\u003e low sheen that shows the grain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSemi-Gloss:\u003c\/strong\u003e a middle sheen with some depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGloss:\u003c\/strong\u003e the shiniest, for a bright marine look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClear, in aerosol, 473 mL, 946 mL and 3.79 L. Stock varies by size and sheen, so check the options above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOil-Based Spar Varnish or Ascend Water-Based?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis varnish is solvent-based: it needs about 8 to 16 hours between coats and cleans up with mineral spirits. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/old-masters-ascend-exterior-water-based-clear-finish\"\u003eOld Masters Ascend Exterior Water Based Clear Finish\u003c\/a\u003e recoats in 1 to 2 hours and cleans up with soap and water, so it suits a faster job. Choose the oil-based varnish for a traditional spar-varnish finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecs \u0026amp; Coverage\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3.79 L:\u003c\/strong\u003e about 500 sq ft in theory; plan on 200–350 sq ft per coat in practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e946 mL:\u003c\/strong\u003e about 50–88 sq ft per coat. \u003cstrong\u003e473 mL:\u003c\/strong\u003e about 25–44 sq ft per coat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExterior oil-based spar-marine varnish, clear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoats\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum 3 for exterior surfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry time (21 °C, 50% RH)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTouch: 4–6 hours. Recoat: 8–16 hours (overnight suggested). Light use: 24 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16–32 °C (60–90 °F) air and surface; 30–70% humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVOC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e350 g\/L maximum (2.9 lb\/gal)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolids by volume\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSatin 42.4%, Semi-Gloss 41.6%, Gloss 41.5%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePure bristle or polyester brush, flat pad or spray. Do not thin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClean-up\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMineral spirits or paint thinner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eApplication Guide\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrep.\u003c\/strong\u003e Surfaces must be clean, dry and free of dirt, wax, grease and glue. Sand bare wood with medium to fine grit, with the grain. Sand old finishes with 220-grit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck the weather.\u003c\/strong\u003e Work at 16–32 °C and 30–70% humidity, out of direct sun and wind. In Canada that usually means late spring to early fall, on a dry day with a dry night ahead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStir, don't shake.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the varnish as packaged. Don't thin it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApply full, even coats\u003c\/strong\u003e with the grain and as little brushing as you can.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWait 8–16 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e (overnight is best), then sand lightly with 220-grit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApply at least 3 coats\u003c\/strong\u003e outdoors. Allow 24 hours before light use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDispose of rags safely.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rags, steel wool and sanding dust can catch fire on their own. Keep them in a sealed metal container with water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpp-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-num\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-q\"\u003eHow much varnish do I need for a front door?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpp-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 36 × 80 in door is about 20 sq ft a side. Three coats on one side is 60 sq ft, so one 946 mL can does it. Both sides is about 120 sq ft, so buy two 946 mL cans or one 3.79 L can.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-num\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-q\"\u003eGloss, semi-gloss or satin?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpp-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eGloss gives the brightest, most marine look. Satin is the most subdued and shows the wood grain. Semi-Gloss sits between them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-num\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-q\"\u003eHow many coats does it need?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpp-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld Masters calls for a minimum of three coats on exterior surfaces. Sand lightly with 220-grit between coats.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-num\"\u003e4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-q\"\u003eCan I apply it over old varnish?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpp-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, if the old finish is sound. Clean it, sand it with 220-grit and wipe off the dust.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-num\"\u003e5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-q\"\u003eCan I use it on a boat?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpp-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, on wood above the waterline. Old Masters says not to use it on wood boats below the waterline.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-num\"\u003e6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-q\"\u003eHow often do I need to recoat?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpp-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eOld Masters says surfaces in direct sun may need recoating every year to keep the gloss and prevent cracking and peeling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-num\"\u003e7\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-q\"\u003eWhat is the best weather for applying it in Canada?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpp-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eA calm, dry day between 16 and 32 °C, out of direct sun, with 30–70% humidity. Skip cool mornings and damp evenings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-num\"\u003e8\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpp-q\"\u003eAerosol or can: which should I buy?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpp-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eAerosol suits small pieces and tight spots such as spindles and trim. Choose a 473 mL, 946 mL or 3.79 L can for doors, railings and furniture, where you can brush or pad on full, even coats.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Old Masters","offers":[{"title":"Clear \/ Aerosol \/ Satin","offer_id":40525612646455,"sku":"C92310-AERO","price":28.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Clear \/ Aerosol \/ Semi-Gloss","offer_id":40525612679223,"sku":"C92510-AERO","price":28.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Clear \/ Aerosol \/ Gloss","offer_id":40525612711991,"sku":"C92410-AERO","price":28.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Clear \/ 473ml \/ Satin","offer_id":40525612744759,"sku":"C92308","price":31.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Clear \/ 473ml \/ Semi-Gloss","offer_id":40525612777527,"sku":"C92508","price":31.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Clear \/ 473ml \/ Gloss","offer_id":40525612810295,"sku":"C92408","price":31.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Clear \/ 946ml \/ Satin","offer_id":40525612843063,"sku":"C92304","price":49.8,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Clear \/ 946ml \/ Semi-Gloss","offer_id":40525612875831,"sku":"C92504","price":49.8,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Clear \/ 946ml \/ Gloss","offer_id":40525612908599,"sku":"C92404","price":49.8,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Clear \/ 3.79L \/ Satin","offer_id":40525612941367,"sku":"C92301","price":184.24,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Clear \/ 3.79L \/ Semi-Gloss","offer_id":40525612974135,"sku":"C92501","price":184.24,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Clear \/ 3.79L \/ Gloss","offer_id":40525613006903,"sku":"C92401","price":184.24,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0062\/5400\/2231\/files\/SparMarineAerosolFront1080x1080.jpg?v=1712258539","url":"https:\/\/thepaintpeople.com\/products\/old-masters-spar-marine-varnish","provider":"The Paint People","version":"1.0","type":"link"}