11 best yacht varnishes

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Despite the rich assortment of all kinds of paints and varnishes for woodworking, yacht varnish is very popular in our country. Experts explain the demand from consumers by a number of factors. The main ones are the elasticity of the coating, resistance to mechanical stress and atmospheric influences. Not all of these qualities are necessary for customers, someone starts from the price of the product, but someone is more important to choose the optimal packaging. Some expert advice will help you find the best yacht glue for wood processing.

How to choose a yacht varnish

1. Colour. When buying varnish for finishing work, an important factor will be to preserve the natural color of the wood. The beauty of natural material must be preserved for many years.
2. Durability. Durability is one of the main requirements for lacquer coating. Some formulations provide tree protection for decades.
3. Varnish properties. The material should be selected taking into account those negative factors that will affect the wooden product. In some cases, moisture and frost resistance comes first, for other tasks, wear resistance will become more important.
4. UV filters. Many people know that the tree darkens under the influence of ultraviolet radiation. In modern varnishes, UV filters are introduced, which prevent the aging effect of wood.
5. Drying time. For a simple layman, a long drying time or a persistent smell of varnish can become a stumbling block. This issue becomes especially relevant for people prone to allergies.
6. Some modern formulations allow you to simultaneously level the surface to be treated. Other products can be applied to the old coating. Buying such a varnish, you can save on preparatory operations.

Experts have selected 11 of the best yacht varnishes for our review. The experience of domestic consumers was taken into account when determining the winners.

Rating of the best yacht varnishes

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best alkyd yacht varnishes	1	Alpina yachtlack 10 L	6 400 rub.
	2	Belinka yacht 9 l	RUB 4,569
The best urethane alkyd yacht varnishes	1	Tikkurila Unica Super 9 l	RUB 6 299
	2	Eskaro Marine lakk 90 9.5 l	RUB 6 569
	3	Premia 0.9 l	572 r
The best alkyd urethane yacht varnishes	1	Marshall Protex Yat Vernik 9 L	4 270 RUB
	2	Poli-R	RUB 3,757
	3	Eurotex Rogneda 10 l	RUB 3,812
	4	PARADE L20 2.5 l	RUB 1,052
The best polyurethane yacht varnishes	1	Johnstones Yacht Varnish 2.5 L	2 305 RUB
	2	Symphony hardwood 9 l	RUB 7 630

The best alkyd yacht varnishes

The most affordable are alkyd yacht varnishes. They reliably protect the wood from moisture, and the service life exceeds 5 years. The main disadvantage of the composition is the presence of toxic substances, which limits their use only to external surfaces. The experts selected several quality products.

Alpina yachtlack

Rating: 4.9

A completely colorless protective coating is obtained using Alpina Yachtlack yacht varnish. The German brand organized the production of paints and varnishes in Russia, which had a favorable effect on the price. The product is sold on the domestic market in 0.75, 2.5 and 10 liter cans. The varnish is made on an alkyd basis, and a polyurethane component is added to enhance its protective functions. The main purpose of the material is to paint wooden boats and yachts that are operated in fresh or sea water. The approximate consumption of varnish when applied in one layer is 80-90 ml / sq. m.

Experts gave the German-Russian varnish the first place in the rating for reliable and long-term protection of wood. It should be noted that the composition contains toxic substances, so it is suitable only for external use.

Advantages

• resistance to mechanical stress;
• colorless coating;
• withstands the influence of sea water;
• suitable for wood and metal.

disadvantages

• dries for a long time.

Belinka yacht

Rating: 4.8

It is very convenient to apply a thin layer of protective coating with Belinka Yacht yacht varnish. The next layer can be applied to the treated surface only after a day. Reliable protection is already formed with a 2-3-layer coating. And to get an even and smooth gloss, you will have to apply a fourth layer. Experts appreciated the rich assortment of yacht varnish; matte, semi-matt and glossy materials are offered at the buyer's choice. Once completely dry, the coating reliably protects the wood from salt water, shocks and scratches. Like most alkyd varnishes, the product contains toxic compounds.

The material gets the second place in the rating for high consumption (100-180 ml / sq. M). Therefore, processing will cost a little more than in the case of competitors.

Advantages

• uniform thin layer coating;
• resistance to mechanical stress;
• the tree does not turn yellow;
• reliable protection against salt water.

disadvantages

• high consumption.

The best urethane alkyd yacht varnishes

Urethane alkyd yacht varnishes can be used for outdoor and indoor use. A distinctive feature of the composition is high elasticity and low toxicity. The coating does not crack when the temperature drops for many years. The following products became the leaders of the rating.

Tikkurila Unica Super

Rating: 4.9

The yacht varnish Tikkurila Unica Super is distinguished by its high wear resistance. It dries quickly (1 hour from dust, 2 hours to touch), and one liter of material is enough to create a coating with an area of ​​12-14 square meters. m. The manufacturer recommends applying the varnish in 2-3 layers. The main purpose of the material is the processing of internal and external wooden products. These can be boats, doors, windows or furniture. The customer can choose from matte, semi-matt and glossy varieties of yacht varnish. After drying, the protective layer withstands exposure to water, household cleaning solutions, gasoline and white spirit. But you should not use nitro solvents.

Experts gave the first place in the rating to this product not only for the big name of the brand, but for its wide scope of application and excellent technical parameters.

Advantages

• excellent appearance of the coating;
• resistance to water, oil products, vegetable fats;
• wear resistance;
• fast drying.

disadvantages

• not detected.

Eskaro Marine lakk 90

Rating: 4.8

The peculiarity of the yacht varnish Eskaro Marine lakk 90 is its gel-like consistency. This becomes a significant advantage when vertical substrates need to be processed. The product is intended for indoor and outdoor use, after drying it forms an abrasion-resistant elastic film. However, it is not recommended to use it to protect the floor surface. But the material withstands the test with salt water or household chemicals. The Estonian manufacturer's varnish is sold in 0.95, 2.4 and 9.5 liter packs. As an alternative, users are offered a semi-matte analogue with the designation lakk 40.

The experts put the goods of the Estonian manufacturer in the second place in the rating for the average spreading rate and high price.

Advantages

• gel-like consistency;
• does not change color when exposed to UV rays;
• does not flow down when painting vertical surfaces;
• can be applied to old varnish.

disadvantages

• high price.

Premia

Rating: 4.7

Chemists of the domestic enterprise Yaroslavskie Kraski have created a quick-drying yacht varnish Premia. The product contains ultraviolet filters that prevent the surface from burning out under the influence of direct sunlight. Lacquered surface withstands salt water and household detergents. Experts noted the high strength of the coating, so the material can be used for application on a wooden floor. The domestic consumer is offered three varieties (matte, semi-matt and glossy varnish). As for packaging, the product is bottled in 0.9 and 2.7 liter jars.

Users are satisfied with the economical flow rate of 75-100 ml / sq. m. But the varnish hardens only after 2 days.

Advantages

• applied with any tools;
• widely represented in the trade network;
• UV resistance;
• high coating strength.

disadvantages

• Strong smell;
• high price.

The best alkyd urethane yacht varnishes

Alkyd-urethane yacht varnishes have a slightly different ratio of base components than products from the previous category. The result is such a beneficial quality as fast drying time. But more toxic compounds appear in the composition. The experts have selected the following best products to date.

Marshall Protex Yat Vernik

Rating: 4.9

For a durable finish on wood, use Marshall Protex Yat Vernik Alkyd Urethane Varnish. It is available in two versions, glossy and semi-matte. The additives developed in the company's laboratories prevent the damaging effects of water and the sun, sudden temperature changes, and help repel dirt and dust. The product can be used both indoors and outdoors. After application, the varnish does not change the natural color of the wood, the layer is uniform and even. Experts gave the material the palm in the rating for the combination of high technical parameters and economical consumption (1 liter per 7 sq. M.).

Users note the possibility of choosing the most suitable volume (0.75, 2.5 or 9 liters), an acceptable price and high quality varnish.

Advantages

• durability;
• resistance to weathering;
• even layer;
• economical consumption.

disadvantages

• not detected.

Poli-R

Rating: 4.8

A distinctive feature of the Poli-R yacht varnish is the ability to level the surface. The material has a thick consistency, which can be diluted with white spirit to the required viscosity. Thanks to this property, it is possible to exclude additional processing of the wooden base. A perfectly even and smooth finish can have a glossy or semi-matt sheen. According to the manufacturer, the durability of the varnish layer is 9 years.

The experts praised the product's good hiding power, it spreads without leaving roller or brush marks. A worthy place in the rating of the varnish was provided by the low consumption (70-90 ml / sq. M) and quick setting. After 6 hours, the next layer can be applied. The disadvantages of users include the effect of wood yellowing.

Advantages

• high viscosity;
• economical consumption;
• leveling effect;
• affordable price.

disadvantages

• changes the color of the wood.

Eurotex Rogneda

Rating: 4.7

A wide range of varnishes is produced by a domestic manufacturer under the Eurotex Rogneda brand. Here are presented not only alkyd-urethane-based products (Eco, Premium), but also polyacrylic compounds (Aqualazur, Sauna). Yacht varnishes are available in different packages (0.75, 2, 10 l), the consumer can choose a product with a glossy or semi-matte effect. White spirit or Dali ™ universal composition is used as a solvent.

It is possible to completely cover the wooden base in 2-4 layers. When applying one layer of a liter of varnish, it is enough to process 8-17 sq. m. The interlayer drying time is 12 hours. But for complete hardening, at least 7 days are required. Considering all these qualities, experts put the material on the third line of the rating.

Advantages

• a wide range of;
• wear resistance;
• resistance to atmospheric influences;
• internal and external use.

disadvantages

• high consumption;
• unpleasant smell.

PARADE L20

Rating: 4.7

The high-quality one-component varnish PARADE L20 is produced by LACRA SINTEZ LLC. The product allows you to create a coating with excellent protective properties. The lacquer layer is highly resistant to negative influences, from abrasion to temperature extremes. The color of the wood does not change even when exposed to direct sunlight. Despite the fact that the composition was created according to the requirements of shipbuilders, homeowners also managed to appreciate it. The strengths of the product, according to experts, are good adhesion and durable coating.

Negative user reviews did not allow the material to rise higher in the rating. Some of them are unhappy with the high price, others criticize the persistent smell that does not disappear for months.

Advantages

• good protective properties;
• elasticity;
• economical consumption (1 liter per 16-18 sq. m);
• resistance to weathering.

disadvantages

• high price;
• persistent smell.

The best polyurethane yacht varnishes

Polyurethane yacht varnishes can boast of maximum resistance to mechanical stress. Excellent adhesion becomes an additional advantage. Here are some user-verified formulations.

Johnstones Yacht Varnish

Rating: 4.9

The English composition Johnstones Yacht Varnish is recognized as the best polyurethane-based yacht varnish in our rating. This product is lead-free and has been certified by the British Standards Institute (BSI) for safety. When creating the material, old recipes were used that were used by famous shipbuilders. The lacquer coating is recommended for outdoor use. Experts refer to the advantages of the composition as the strength and durability of the coating, elasticity and water-repellency. Over the years, the surface does not change color, does not lose its gloss, cracking and flaking is not observed.

The high price of the English product is offset by the high quality and economical consumption. With 1 liter you can protect 17 sq. m of wood.

Advantages

• resistance to aggressive weathering;
• fast drying (2-4 hours);
• the presence of UV filters in the composition;
• strength and durability.

disadvantages

• high price.

Symphony hardwood

Rating: 4.8

To restore old wooden objects, it is not necessary to remove the coating that has lost its attractiveness. It is enough to apply several coats of Symphony Hardwood polyurethane varnish, and the thing will get a second youth. The product is sold in two versions (glossy or semi-matte effect), it is packed in 0.9, 2.7 and 9 liter jars. The manufacturer allows tinting of the material, which expands the scope. Experts note the efficiency of varnish, for processing 1 sq. m requires only 60-80 ml. Complete curing of the coating occurs after 14 days. But after such exposure, the tree will be reliably protected from all negative influences.

The product deserves the second line of the rating, it is inferior to the winner in terms of drying time and in the persistence of an unpleasant odor.

Advantages

• excellent weather resistance;
• tinting is allowed;
• acceptable price;
• economical consumption.

disadvantages

• persistent smell;
• dries for a long time.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.