Advice on Varnish Please

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stephenthomas
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Advice on Varnish Please

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Hi all, Im looking for a long lasting exterior varnish I used Epifanes clear last year and found that it has cracked & peeled already. :o :shock:
Any advice would be magic

Thanks
Steve :)
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StevieP
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Re: Advice on Varnish Please

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I have used Crown yacht varnish without any problems :D
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stanfolds
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Re: Advice on Varnish Please

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1. Always follow the instructions on the tin.
2. Dilute the first coat to aid penetration (see the tin).
3. Always sand with the grain.
4. Sand with fine wet and dry between coats.
5. About 5 to 6 coats should give a good finish.
6 Follow instruction 1.

You can get 2 pack varnish that sets to a hard finish that can be burnished, it lasts for years if you follow the instructions.

Stan
stephenthomas
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Re: Advice on Varnish Please

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Thanks guys for your help :D

steve
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