Palatine Yacht Varnish is a tough, marine-grade finish for all exterior wood projects.Its high-gloss, UV-resistant formula is perfect for yachts, boats, and joinery—providing a traditional look with modern durability.Touch-dry in 2 hours. Also available in an an aerosol.
£12.33–£45.69Price range: £12.33 through £45.69
Available for in-store pick upi
Select in-store pickup option at checkout.
Available at Our Store, 55 Smallbrook Lane, Leigh, WN7 5PZ
Find Us
Out of stock, but can be backorderedi
This item is currently out of stock.
Order now and we will dispatch as soon as stock arrives.
Durable, traditional solvent based exterior yacht varnish, with a clear gloss finish for new, previously painted or stained wood. Superior quality, high gloss yacht varnish is formulated to provide a tough coating for ensuring yachts, boats and exterior wood stay looking fantastic.
Good coverage and quick drying time enables you to complete jobs quickly with great results. Our Yacht Varnish provides superb durability, also making it ideal as a coating for windows and doors to protect them from poor weather.
Palatine Yacht Varnish Key Features:
Outdoor clear varnish – ultimate protection against chemicals and pollution for exterior wood
Ideal for: hard and soft wood – including doors, windows and marine woodwork
Quick drying: Touch dry in 2 hours
Weather resistant exterior varnish: prevents UV and water damage
Extremely durable: resists cracking and blistering
Excellent wet edge and flow out
Suitable for both new or previously painted or stained surfaces
Appearance and Application Tips:
The finish of Palatine Yacht Varnish is clear with a high gloss. While we advise it has a slight “straw” tint, our customers use it because of its clarity. Browse the reviews for more details.
With a good wet edge it is easy to apply by brush or roller. It can also be applied by conventional or airless spray.
We recommend a minimum of two coats of yacht varnish for maximum protection and always allow for the suggested time between coats (see directions for use above).
This coating is touch dry in two hours and hard dry in 8 hours.
It can be used on hardwood, softwood, metals and other substrates (contact us if you are unsure).
When applying an outdoor varnish or paint, avoid windy conditions which can blow dust and grit into your wet surface.
Yacht varnish is an excellent tough coating with an attractive high gloss finish. Our other varnishes for wood include Polyurethane Varnish and Polyurethane Floor Varnish. For an eggshell finish yacht varnish, see Coo-Var Yacht & Seaplane Varnish Eggshell. If you are unsure which varnish to use give us a call on 01942 884122. Take care if removing old coatings containing lead, please visit the BCF for an illustration on how to deal with this.
Preparation
Surface Condition: Ensure all surfaces are clean, dry, and free from loose or flaking material, dust, oil, and grease.
Previous Coatings: Rub down previously gloss-painted or varnished surfaces with fine waterproof abrasive paper and rinse thoroughly to ensure a good key.
Testing: Always carry out a test patch (approx. 100x100mm) before full application to ensure compatibility with previous coatings and to verify the final appearance.
Mixing: Mix the varnish thoroughly for approximately 2 minutes using a drill stirrer or a wooden batten (at least 25mm wide).
Application
Environmental Conditions: Best results are obtained in warm (minimum 10°C), dry conditions. Avoid windy conditions, which can blow dust and grit into the wet surface.
Methods: Suitable for application by brush, roller, or spray.
* Brush/Roller: Apply an even coat using a brush or short-to-medium pile roller on smooth surfaces.
* Spray: For conventional or airless spray, a dilution ratio of no more than 10% by volume is recommended with Palatine White Spirit.
Coats: A minimum of two coats is recommended for maximum protection.
* If spraying, apply thin coats and allow each one to dry before applying subsequent coats.
* Once the first coat has dried, apply a second coat at full strength to prolong the life and performance of the coating.
Post-Application: Keep coated areas dry for a minimum of 24 hours following application.
Please note: The colours on the product listings are only given as a guide. This is due to the fact that every computer monitor has a different capability to display colours. In addition, everyone sees these colours differently. Sample pots are available to order upon request. Always carry out a test patch (approximately 100x100mm) before full application to ensure compatibility with previous coatings and the substrate, and to ensure the colour achieved meets your requirements. Failure to do so will result in a product refund claim not being accepted.
Pack Sizes: 1 Litre, 2.5 Litre, 5 Litre.
Coverage / Drying Times
(Based on standard conditions of 20°C)
Surface Dry: 2 hours
Hard Dry: 8 hours
Overcoat: after 24 hours. Keep coated areas dry for a minimum of 24 hours following application. Please note, drying times will be extended at low temperatures. Do not apply when ambient temperature falls below 10ºC
Theoretical Coverage: 12 – 14m² per litre.
(Coverage rate can be affected by such variables as type and condition of substrate, type of application equipment and individual method of application.)
Thinning and Cleaning
Thinning: Use Palatine White Spirit (Carbosolv). For spray application, a dilution of no more than 10% is recommended.
Q: What is the main purpose of Palatine Yacht Varnish?
A: This is a high-quality, clear gloss varnish designed to provide a tough, flexible, and weather-resistant protective coating for all types of exterior woodwork.
Q: Will this varnish protect wood from the sun’s rays?
A: Yes, the formula contains UV filters that help shield the wood from the damaging effects of sunlight, preventing the timber from fading and the varnish from becoming brittle.
Q: How does this varnish handle changing weather conditions?
A: It is formulated to be highly flexible, allowing the coating to expand and contract naturally with the wood as it gets hot or cold, which prevents the finish from cracking or peeling.
Q: Does it provide a shiny or a matte finish?
A: This product provides a classic, deep gloss finish that enhances the natural beauty and grain of the wood.
Q: How do I clean my brushes after using this varnish?
A: Because this is an oil-based product, you will need to clean your brushes and equipment using white spirit or a dedicated brush cleaner.
15 reviews for Yacht Varnish | High Gloss Marine Wood Varnish
Rated 5 out of 5
Joe Law –
Found this company on Amazon and ordered 2.5 lt unit. Delivery was very quick and product excellent to administer. First class service
Rated 5 out of 5
mcheyne17 –
Excellent product and excellent service. Clare really helpful on the chat line. A pleasure to deal with this company and a great find on the internet. 5 star company!
Rated 5 out of 5
R Johnson –
I have used the marine varnish on the external rubbing rails and cockpit of a South Coast One Design and found it has lasted far better than the Epifans yacht varnish or the Hempel Quick Drying yacht varnish, particularly for high wear areas.
To provide the best experiences, we and our partners use technologies like cookies to store and/or access device information. Consenting to these technologies will allow us and our partners to process personal data such as browsing behavior or unique IDs on this site and show (non-) personalized ads. Not consenting or withdrawing consent, may adversely affect certain features and functions.
Click below to consent to the above or make granular choices. Your choices will be applied to this site only. You can change your settings at any time, including withdrawing your consent, by using the toggles on the Cookie Policy, or by clicking on the manage consent button at the bottom of the screen.
Functional
Always active
The technical storage or access is strictly necessary for the legitimate purpose of enabling the use of a specific service explicitly requested by the subscriber or user, or for the sole purpose of carrying out the transmission of a communication over an electronic communications network.
Preferences
The technical storage or access is necessary for the legitimate purpose of storing preferences that are not requested by the subscriber or user.
Statistics
The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for statistical purposes.The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for anonymous statistical purposes. Without a subpoena, voluntary compliance on the part of your Internet Service Provider, or additional records from a third party, information stored or retrieved for this purpose alone cannot usually be used to identify you.
Marketing
The technical storage or access is required to create user profiles to send advertising, or to track the user on a website or across several websites for similar marketing purposes.
Joe Law –
Found this company on Amazon and ordered 2.5 lt unit. Delivery was very quick and product excellent to administer. First class service
mcheyne17 –
Excellent product and excellent service. Clare really helpful on the chat line. A pleasure to deal with this company and a great find on the internet. 5 star company!
R Johnson –
I have used the marine varnish on the external rubbing rails and cockpit of a South Coast One Design and found it has lasted far better than the Epifans yacht varnish or the Hempel Quick Drying yacht varnish, particularly for high wear areas.
Malcolm McGeoch –
top quality in every respect (1 Litre)
Peter Fuller –
Excellent service & product (1 Litre)