Pettit Hi-Build Marine Varnish with U.V. Filter

Pettit Hi-Build Marine Varnish with U.V. Filter

High Build Varnish 2056 is a high performance varnish designed to be built up to many coats for a deep, rich, mirror-like finish. The phenolic resin combined with tung and linseed oils increase the depth of gloss with each coat. Hi-Build Varnish contains an ultraviolet light filter in conjunction with a hindered amine light stabilizer to screen the sun’s damaging rays for longer life. A good varnish for building up multiple coats quickly.

Features:

• High-build varnish designed to be built up to many coats
• Highest build and film depth per coat
• High level of U.V. protection
• Extremely durable finish
• Easy to apply

Specifications:

• Resin: Alkyd/Phenolic
• Coverage: 450 sq. ft./gal.
• Method: Brush or Spray
• Number of Coats: Bare Wood: 5 minimum    |    Existing Varnish: 2 minimum
• VOC: 420 g/l as supplied

Associated Products

Pettit Brush Thinner: Brush application and surface preparation.

Pettit EZ-Wood Sealer: Surface preparation on bare wood.

How to Apply Pettit Hi-Build Marine Varnish

Wood must be clean, dry, and properly prepared prior to varnishing. When sanding wood, always sand with the grain.

• Application Method: Brush or spray
• Number of Coats: Bare Wood - 5 Minimum  |  Existing Varnish: 2 Minimum
• Coverage: 450 sq. ft/gal.
• Application Temp: 45°F - 90°F
• Thinner: 120 Brushing Thinner, 121 Spraying Thinner

Surface Preparation & Application

• Bare Wood
• Sand surface completely smooth with 180-320 grit 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, etc. use Pettit or Z-Spar Paste Wood Filler Stain. Let dry overnight.
• For new work on closed grain wood such as pine, maple, spruce, etc. Pettit or Z-Spar Paste Wood Filler Stain is not required.
• Apply a generous covering coat of Pettit 2018 EZ Wood Sealer. Let it dry overnight.
• Sand thoroughly with 220 grit sandpaper.
• On especially rough or porous wood, a second coat of 2018 EZ Wood Sealer may be applied.
• Apply at least 4 coats of 2056 High-Build Varnish.
• Let each coat dry overnight, sand with 220 grit sandpaper, and clean off sanding residue.
• 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 ensure all dirt, wax, polish, and grease has been removed.
• Thoroughly sand the existing varnish with 180-220 grit production paper and wipe clean with tack rag.
• Apply at least 2 coats of 2056 High-Build Varnish.
• Let the first coat dry overnight, sand with 400 grit sandpaper and clean off residue before applying the final coat.
• Varnished Wood 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 woods with high oil content)
• Sand the wood smooth with 120 grit production paper to open up the grain.
• Wipe the surface thoroughly with Pettit 120 Brushing Thinner in an effort to aggressively remove as much oil as possible.
• Apply a generous coat of Pettit EZ Wood Sealer.
• After an overnight dry, lightly sand the surface with 220 grit sandpaper.
• Wipe it clean with a rag dampened with Pettit 120 Brushing Thinner.
• Apply at least 4 coats of 2056 High-Build Varnish. Let each coat dry overnight.
• Sand with 220 grit sandpaper and clean off sanding residue with a tack rag before applying next coat.
• Sand the next to last coat with 400 grit production paper prior to applying the final coat.

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