zoidberg
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Polyurethane 2-Pack High Gloss.
Is it worth the premium... and the hassle?
Is it worth the premium... and the hassle?
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Aja
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Depends on the application and expected outcome.
zoidberg
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S'pose it's painting a fence - for sitting on..?
harvey38
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Stupid money but I like the result so I pay it.
Hunterlees
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I use Epifanes gloss as i have a lot of teak. Great finish if applied correctly. What i would recommend is splitting up a tin into smaller glass bottles to store as it skins over in one day in the tin if left unused .
Tranona
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Exactly my response. Almost like should I have a pint of bitter or a glass of champagne.
There are so many products in the clear(ish) finish range with different properties aimed at different requirements.
zoidberg
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Well, yes, over several years. I've used it recently on some teak mounting blocks, but the 'joos' I have is frustratingly slow to dry.
This thread/query is really about the 'coloured' high-gloss yacht paint - not the clear varnish.
https://www.epifanes.uk/product-page/epifanes-poly-urethane-yacht-coating-2-comp
dansaskip
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Not used the 2 pack stuff but used their paint for my dinghy as I wasn't sure about the hassle of mixing and use of the pack stuff. Was very pleased with the result but the pack is supposed to be tougher so sometimes wish I had used that.
Tranona
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2 pack is really best if sprayed or at least done in controlled inside conditions. Single packs have come a long way and personally I don't think it is worth the extra effort and risk to use 2 pack. I have always used Toplac on my sheathed wooden boat and even the Oxford Blue did not fade and typically lasted 7 or 8 years before recoating to improve the shine, not because it was failing. Relatively cheap and easy to apply.
Photo taken in 2019, paint applied in 2010
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Metalicmike
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There are loads of YouTube videos showing how to get a nice finish, I always use 2pk and weigh the 2 components to get the appropriate amount I need.
William_H
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My experience of 2 pack polyurethane has all been good. Some 20 years back I painted the top sides and deck using just a brush. Not necessarily a good idea but was a way to cover repairs and scratches. Not good at close examination compared to sprayed on finsish but OK for me. Since then I have had no trouble touching further damages and modifications. I found the paint itself lasts for years after being opened. The hardener not good as it does go hard if not sealed properly. Current hardener ok after 4 or 5 years if I remember correctly. The finish is hard and well able to taken cleaning solvents etc. So yes i recommend 2 pack but not white for decks. ol'will