Yacht varnish for interior woodwork: features and applications

When using wood, you need to take care of its proper protection, as this material absorbs moisture too much. Some use paint, thus limiting wood products from water and its destructive properties. However, this option is not suitable for those who wish to preserve the natural beauty of the tree. Most users want to get rid of the harm of water and not hide the color of real wood, and this is the way to apply a clear varnish. Such products are quite diverse, but it is the yacht varnish or, as it is often called, “ship's” varnish, which is especially popular.

It is no coincidence that the presented varnish version has received such high appreciation due to its extraordinary durability in any unfavorable situations. This is not surprising, since he mainly has to protect the tree, which is regularly in contact with water.

Real ship varnish is not complete without:

• high quality resins;
• organic solvents;
• various specialized supplements.

This composition is specially made for wood parts. Once applied to the destination, the listed substances together create a film of special strength.

The film, in turn, boasts a number of protective properties:

• The sun does not affect her in a negative way.
• It does not wear off for an extremely long time.
• She is not afraid of the effects of any chemical elements.
• With such a film, even the highest humidity does not threaten the wood.

However, despite the many positive qualities, the compositions also have negative sides: toxic substances are added to them - toluene and xylene. The first, endowed with carbon and hydrogen, during its evaporation has a bad effect on the body, contributing to the appearance of irritation of the mucous membrane and dizziness. Evaporation is usually quite slow, so the negative effect also lasts at least a long time.

The second toxin is complex benzene in its pure form, which can easily be found in the human body, not only when a person breathes. He also has access to penetration through the skin. Xylene is often the culprit for the appearance of a large number of internal diseases, which include disorders of the nervous system.

Knowing all the shortcomings, we can conclude that yacht varnish should not be used as a tool for indoor use in order to avoid health problems. It will be much better if the product acts as a wood protector from the outside of the building.

You should not be afraid of using yacht varnish, because today most of the manufacturers are seriously thinking about expanding their clientele and about the health of people in general. Now ship varnish is made using a solvent that is completely free from harmful substances, and it is called white spirit. Using this option, it will be possible to protect yourself and calmly engage in internal work. Exceptionally positive reviews from real people have long confirmed that modern deck varnish does nothing but benefit.

The distinctive features of the various models of the presented varnish lie in the appearance and composition of each of them. The appearance is divided into matt and gloss. Glossy varnish makes the surface more mirror-like and shiny. The tree processed in this way looks great, but this beauty will not last long if the product is not looked after according to all the rules.

For those consumers who have practicality in the first place, a more profitable solution would be to opt for a matte varnish. The latter type is not capable of making the surface shiny, but thanks to its properties, dust and dirt will be much less noticeable, therefore, it is several times easier to care for matte wood.

The compositions of deck varnishes are somewhat different from each other, therefore, for the sake of convenience of choice, they are divided into types.

• Alkyd. This type is quite inexpensive, and partly due to this factor, the products are very widespread among the mass consumer. Despite its price, it is very resistant and penetrates well into wood. The negative side here is the presence of toxic substances that take too long to evaporate. For use in rooms where people or animals are located, alkyd varnish is prohibited.

• Alkyd-urethane. This composition has an increased level of alkyds, which help the varnish to remain weather-resistant for a long time and dry quickly (in about six hours). However, this option is no less toxic, so it cannot be used for residential buildings. When working with him, you should stock up on items of protection during construction work in order to avoid poisoning.

Such varnishes will cost more, but will not harm your health either.

• Urethane-alkyd. The urethane plasticizer does not allow toxins to evaporate, and also improves the resistance of the varnish film that forms after use, helping not to react to temperature extremes. Accordingly, this varnish is excellent for home use, as it can even protect heated floors.

• Acrylate. This type is based on water, making it minimally toxic. The environmental friendliness of the varnish composition greatly increases its cost, but it also eliminates any risks when used in absolutely any room, with the exception of, for example, a wooden vessel, since a harmless base is not capable of providing high water resistance.

It is quite easy to varnish wood surfaces, but good quality requires special attention to various details. You don't have to be a professional to get a decent result.

It is enough to study a small instruction and follow the directions exactly:

• Varnishing a product that was once subjected to a similar operation requires preliminary removal of the existing layer. Otherwise, you should expect the new varnish to swell and crackle.
• If everything happens for the first time, the wood must be dried so that its moisture content does not exceed 20%.
• A primer on a dried surface also does not hurt, but you should choose one where there are no antiseptic additives.

• A layer of proper strength is not complete without processing in a couple of varnish layers with a roller or brush.
• The initial coat is applied along the grain of the wood. The second - only after the first is completely dry and the third - across the fibers.
• The second layer is applied after about six hours, and the third one after 24 hours.
• Giving the product a specific desired tone is also possible if the varnish is diluted with a suitable color that is compatible in composition;

• It is advisable to use the premises after 48 hours.

Yacht varnish is often used to protect common household items, among which the most common are:

• wood floors;
• furniture usually found in the garden;
• wood paneling in the house.

Today, special cans or aerosol cans are used to store and sell ship varnish.

The decision to use such a varnish obliges each buyer to carefully study all the manufacturer's recommendations and warnings indicated on the packaging as much as possible. Only in the case of a correctly selected version, it is possible to obtain a suitable final image of the product.

How to restore the varnish coating is described in the video.