Pettit Captain's Ultra Clear Varnish - Quart

HOW TO APPLY PETTIT CAPTAIN’S ULTRA CLEAR VARNISH

Application Method: Brush, Roller or Spray

Number of Coats: Bare Wood: 4 minimum | Existing Varnish: 2 minimum

Application Temp: 40°F Minimum | 90°F Maximum

Thinners: 120 Brushing Thinner | 121 Spraying Thinner

Coverage: 585 sq. ft. /gal.

SURFACE PREPARATION AND APPLICATION:

Bare Wood

• Sand surface completely smooth with 180-320 grit production paper. Wipe surface to remove sanding residue with a tack rag or rag dampened with Pettit 120 Brushing Thinner.
• For new work on open grained wood such as mahogany, oak, ash, ect. The use of Pettit or Z-Spar Paste Wood Filler Stain is required to achieve a smooth finish. Let dry overnight.
• For new work on close grained woods such as pine, maple, spruce, ect. The use of Pettit or Z-Spar Paste Wood Filler Stain is not normally required.
• Apply a generous covering coat of Pettit 2018 EZ WoodSealer and let it dry overnight. Sand thoroughly with 220 grit sandpaper.
• On especially rough or porous wood, a second coat of 2018 EZ WoodSealer may be applied. If applied, sand the second coat as well and wipe the surface clean with a tack rag or rag dampened with Pettit 120 Brushing Thinner.
• Apply at least 4 coats of Pettit Captain’s Ultra Clear Varnish. Let each coat dry overnight, sand with 220 grit sandpaper, and clean off sanding residue with a tack rag before applying the next coat.
• Sand the next to last coat with 400 grit production paper and clean off sanding residue before applying the final coat.

Varnished Wood

In Good Condition

• Wipe old varnish with Pettit 120 Brushing Thinner to be sure all dirt, polish and/or grease has been removed.
• Thoroughly sand the existing varnish with 180-220 grit production paper and wipe clean.
• Apply at least 2 coats of Pettit Captain’s Ultra Clear Varnish. Let the first coat dry overnight, sand with 400 grit sandpaper, clean off sanding residue then apply the final coat.

In Poor Condition

• Remove all the old varnish with a paint and varnish remover, or by sanding.
• Bleach the wood if necessary to remove water stains.
• Proceed with the system for bare wood shown above.

Bare Teak (or other oily woods)

• Sand the wood smooth with 120 grit production paper to open up the grain. Wipe the surface thoroughly with Pettit 120 Brushing Thinner in order to remove as much oil as possible.
• Apply a generous coat of Pettit 2018 EZ WoodSealer. Allow to dry overnight, then lightly sand the surface with 220 grit sandpaper and wipe it with a rag dampened with Pettit 120 Brushing Thinner.
• Apply at least 4 coats of Pettit Captain’s Ultra Clear Varnish. Let each coat dry overnight, sand with 220 grit sandpaper, and clean off sanding residue with a tack rag before applying the next coat.
• Sand the next to last coat with 400 grit production paper and clean off sanding residue before applying the final coat.

APPLICATION:

• Do not shake varnish. Stir well.

 Information sourced from Pettit Technical Bulletin Varnishing 101