Wet Edge was created so anyone could easily paint their boat’s topsides with pride and not pay a premium to do it. Of course, you can spray it on if you want to, but simple rolling and tipping produce praiseworthy results. Just remember always to brush from the wet edge into new paint, then leave it alone and it’ll lay down flat, smooth, and glossy. Be careful you don’t get a big head from all the compliments. If you need to prime first, our high-solids TotalBoat Topside Primer was created expressly for use under Wet Edge. Lay it on thin

Depending on the type you apply, the cured color can be clear (polyurethane varnish) all the way to a rich amber (spar varnish – the color is derived from the oil it contains). You can even tint it to create your own custom color, or stain the wood beforehand to achieve a certain tone. High Performance Slow Kit – Use the High Performance Slow Kit for extended working time and cure time at room temperature, or when working in warmer temperature conditions. Still have another brand of resin or hardener left over from previous projects? You can use the TotalBoat 5:1 Epoxy system interchangeably with other traditional 5:1 marine epoxy systems, letting you can mix and match to use up those leftovers. 5:1 epoxy resin kits are interchangeable, but the pumps aren’t It’s also a good idea to use a marine-grade finish on the exterior surfaces of your home or on outdoor wood furniture – since it stands up to the elements at sea, it’ll be more than able to handle the weather outside your front door. If you’re applying it to interior surfaces, such as cabinets and furniture, you don’t need to pay more for expensive drying oils, UV additives, and superior flexibility. Epoxy resin kit options include quart or gallon sizes of 5:1 Epoxy Resin, with your choice of Fast or Slow hardeners, and with or without pumps, and cups.

Self-leveling epoxy resin cures to a liquid glass-like finish to showcase embedded objects on bar tops and table tops, and hard as stone to protect from scratches and scuffs. Easy to recoat, after it dries, just apply another coat—without sanding first, within 12-hour window. People use the word ‘varnish’ for just about any type of wood finish, but it’s actually a transparent coating containing an oil, a resin, and a solvent, designed to be applied to the surface of wood to protect it, and bring out the beauty of the grain. It’s used on all types of wood in all kinds of places – floors, furniture, cabinets, wooden boats, and many other indoor and outdoor wood surfaces. Not recommended for steel without proper preparation, or aluminum unless properly etched and primed

Low drip properties ensure smooth and strong coating, laminating, and bonding, and it cures with very low shrinkage. Cures to a 100% waterproof, clear, deep glass-like finish on bar tops, table tops, and counter tops. What’s the difference? Regular varnish is typically used indoors because it won’t tolerate the harsh conditions that outdoor wood is exposed to, and the extreme expansion and contraction of the wood underneath. We’re talking big swings in temperature and humidity, plus damaging UV rays that will eventually cause a regular finish to fail. TotalBoat TotalProtect — only mandatory on metals, but may be used on properly prepared wood or fiberglass, if desired.

TotalBoat Halcyon marine gloss varnishes give you a choice on how to finish your brightwork or other marine woodwork: crystal clear, or with a slight amber tone. Both finishes accentuate the wood grain, and eliminate the cloudy haze associated with applying multiple coats of other wood finish products. Halcyon and Halcyon Clear Gloss also offer greater clarity, abrasion resistance, and UV protection than traditional marine varnishes. Want the clarity, durability and UV protection without the gloss? Our new Halcyon Clear Satin varnish is ideal for creating a sleek satin finish that’s perfect for interior and exterior wood. For the best finish and depth, just apply build coats of Halcyon amber or clear gloss, and use Halcyon Clear Satin for the final coat. Get your gloss (or satin) on in hours – not days or weeks Though both offer finishes ranging from flat (matte) to satin to high-gloss, varnish is more flexible than polyurethane, cures to a nice warm amber finish with greater depth (as opposed to a clear finish), and provides UV protection. Polyurethane products can offer a truly clear finish that doesn’t expand or change the color of the wood. Cleaning and sanding are also very important. Teak must be cleaned, sanded smooth, and wiped clean again before applying varnish to ensure the best bond, finish, and longevity. Sure this prep takes time, but skimp on this stage, and it’ll show. Take the extra time now to prepare the surface properly and you’ll spend a lot of time admiring it later. Stripping