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Re: Slow Varnish
By:Richard Johnson
Date: 11/30/2001, 2:25 pm
In Response To: Re: Slow Varnish (michael)

: Paul: We've had great success using Z-Spar Captain's Clear, Z-Spar Flagship,
: and McCloskey's over MAS epoxy. The varnish has always been dry to the
: touch, although probably soft, after 10-12 hours regardless of humidity.
: Certainly higher temperature will dry things faster and make for more
: interesting application.

: Michael

Hi Michael,

I saw your response related to McCloskey spar varnish. I recently purchased some McCloskey spar varnish. I got 2 gallons cheap because the store carrying it was going out of business. What has your experience been with this product? If I put 4 - 6 coats of this varnish on a kayak, will it provide enough protection for my boat. The boat will reside inside the garage when not in use.

Or, should I reconsider and get the Captains or Flagship varnish?

Your help is greatly appreciated!!!

Thanks,

Rich

Messages In This Thread

Slow Varnish
Paul Johnson -- 7/1/2001, 10:48 am
Re: Slow Varnish
michael -- 7/4/2001, 6:02 pm
Re: Slow Varnish
Richard Johnson -- 11/30/2001, 2:25 pm
Re: Rob's comments---
Jerry Siegel -- 7/1/2001, 7:45 pm
Re: Slow Varnish
Rob Macks -- 7/1/2001, 1:10 pm
Re: Slow Varnish
Paul Johnson -- 7/1/2001, 1:44 pm
Re: Slow Varnish
Rob Macks -- 7/1/2001, 5:52 pm
Re: Slow Varnish
Paul Johnson -- 7/1/2001, 7:48 pm