Wood Varnish
If you're looking to maintain the natural colour of your wooden surfaces but add a protective topcoat in a glossy or matt finish, a trade-quality wood varnish from top brands like Dulux Trade, Coo-Var, Sadolin, Johnstones is the perfect solution. Shop online with us and enjoy free next day delivery on all UK mainland orders over £50. ... Read more
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Wood varnish offers various benefits to wood, mainly:
- Protection - the varnish provides a layer over wood, therefore maximising the protection of the wooden surface, reducing liklihood of scratches, scuffs and more.
- Durability - related to the point above, as varnish can create a hard surface, it helps to increase the longevity of the wood.
- Enhances the look of wood - varnishes help to bring out the natural beauty of wood, enriching colours, grain characteristics and texture.
Wood varnish forms a clear or translucent film over the wood, preserving its natural appearance while adding a glossy or matte finish. Wood stain, on the other hand, is used to change the colour of the wood therefore adjusting the woods natural appearance.
The drying time for wood varnish varies depending on various factors - brand, humidity levels, temperature, and thickness of the application. As a general guideline, most wood varnishes take around 24 to 48 hours to dry completely.
Oil-based varnishes are more durable (due to a higher VOC), tend to last longer, and typically take a few knocks and hits a bit better than water-based varnishes. Some oil varnishes can discolour over time, but that’s a case of years (even decades) rather than a couple of months.
It depends on where the varnish is going, how much you’re using, and the type of varnish. These days, most varnishes are formulated to a high enough standard that two or three coats will see you through. If you were using a water-based varnish over large areas (for example, a flight of stairs), you might need another coat or two on top of that to get it looking perfect. Many of the quicker drying products, like Johnstones Quick Dry Polyurethane Floor Varnish Satin, can easily see you getting three coats down in one day.
At The Paint Shed, we aim to make woodcare accessible for all, which is why we stock everything required for your project in one place - in our woodcare tab. Browse through our selection of stains, oil and wax, fillers and treatments.
Remember to get sorted with the necessary tools & cleaning solutions, and you will have everything you need to start varnishing. Don’t forget our team of woodcare experts are here to help you every step of the way. Just reach out to us by phone on 033 3320 2369, or ask the experts at your local Paint Shed location.
