Q: How long does it take to dry?
It dries to a tough coat in about 2 hours, though allowing extra time between coats helps it build an even, durable finish.
56Z1604 - High Performance Gloss Varnish, quart
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This water-based polyurethane finish has a thick, smooth-flowing consistency that levels well and is readily brushed, drying in about 2 hours to a tough, durable coat. Its high resin content provides excellent vertical sag resistance and protection against abrasion, and very good water resistance.
Available in gloss, semi-gloss, and satin sheens and comes in quart containers (32 fl oz/946ml). Coverage is approximately 150 sq.ft./quart; minimum of three coats recommended.
Can also be sprayed by diluting by about 10%. Suitable for use over oil stains that have dried for at least 72 hours. An excellent general-purpose varnish for interior woodwork and furniture.
Made in USA.
It dries to a tough coat in about 2 hours, though allowing extra time between coats helps it build an even, durable finish.
A minimum of three coats is recommended, each covering about 150 sq.ft. per quart.
Yes, General Finishes High Performance can be sprayed if thinned by about 10%, though it brushes on readily at full strength as well.
Wait at least 72 hours after applying an oil stain before adding this varnish, so the stain is fully dry underneath.
Gloss shows off grain and gives the most reflective look, satin mutes reflections for a more casual feel, and semi-gloss sits between the two. Choose based on how much shine you want on the finished piece.
| Materials | Water-based polyurethane |
| Volume | 32 fl oz (946 mL) |
| Includes | Varnish |
| Color/Finish | Gloss, semi-gloss or satin sheen |
| Package Quantity | 1 item |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Warranty | Lee Valley Satisfaction Guarantee |
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General Water-Based High Performance Varnish
This water-based polyurethane finish has a thick, smooth-flowing consistency that levels well and is readily brushed, drying in about 2 hours to a tough, durable coat. Its high resin content provides excellent vertical sag resistance and protection against abrasion, and very good water resistance.
Available in gloss, semi-gloss, and satin sheens and comes in quart containers (32 fl oz/946ml). Coverage is approximately 150 sq.ft./quart; minimum of three coats recommended.
Can also be sprayed by diluting by about 10%. Suitable for use over oil stains that have dried for at least 72 hours. An excellent general-purpose varnish for interior woodwork and furniture.
Made in USA.
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