Weatherwash VARNISH: ​How to Apply

WeatherWash Varnish provides crystal-clear, non-yellowing protection for interior wood surfaces.

Weatherwash Varnishes are perfect for high use areas in the home, cabinetry, furniture & millwork. 

Varnishes are super simple to apply! You can use a good quality brush, sponge brush or a spray gun.

  • BRUSH MATERIALS

    • Good quality brush or a sponge brush (preferred.) 
    • ​Do not thin.​

  • SPRAY MATERIALS

    • Gravity sprayer
    • Atomized Gun
    • ​Thin materials up to 10% with water

  • BRUSH APPLICATION

    BRUSH PREPARATION

    Professional mix or stir Varnish for 60 seconds. 

    *Make sure to re-incorporate all materials that may have settled to the bottom of the can.​

    Use a good quality brush or a stiff sponge brush to apply varnish. Sponge brush is preferred.

    APPLICATION

    Apply Varnish in the direction of the wood grain (follow the stripes in the wood). 

    • Varnish is self leveling. 
    • ​Make sure to really cover and split ends and wood imperfections. 
    • Work in sections on large projects, keeping a wet edge as you move. 
    • Wet varnish may look slightly blue or purple, but should dry clear.

    DRY TIME

    Dry to touch 60 minutes. Allow the varnish to dry between coats,​

    RE-COAT

    ⚠ For maximum durability in kitchens, bathrooms, and high-use surfaces, always apply 3–4 coats.

    Apply second coat between 60 -240 minutes of first coat or after 24 hours.​

    CLEAN UP

    Easy soap and water clean up.


    ​DRY TIME

    Allow it to dry for 7-10 days before light use.​ Wait 30 days before full use. 

  • ​​SPRAY GUN APPLICATION

    SPRAY PREPARATION

    Professional mix or stir Varnish for 60 seconds.

    *Make sure to re-incorporate all materials that may have settled to the bottom of the can.

    ​Thin varnish up to 10% with water prior using in a sprayer. Now product is suitable for spraying. ​

    APPLICATION

    Load diluted product into spray gun. Apply using broad sweeping motion and overlapping streams.​

    • Varnish is self leveling.
    • Make sure to really cover and split ends and wood imperfections.
    • ​Wet varnish may look slightly blue or purple, but should dry clear. ​

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    ​​DRY TIME

    Dry to touch 60 minutes. Allow the varnish to dry between coats,​

    ​RE-COAT

    ⚠ For maximum durability in kitchens, bathrooms, and high-use surfaces, always apply 3–4 coats.

    Apply second coat between 60 -240 minutes of first coat or after 24 hours.​

    ​CLEAN UP

    Clean your spray gun with denatured alcohol after use. Then run through water until it's clear. 

    DRY TIME

    Allow it to dry for 7-10 days before light use.​ Wait 30 days before full use. 

CARE

After full cure (30 days):

  • Clean with warm water and lint-free cloth
  • Mild dish soap may be used if needed
  • Use coasters, mats, and trivets
  • Wipe spills promptly

Avoid:

  • Oil-based cleaners
  • Silicone-based dusting sprays

These can contaminate the surface and interfere with future refinishing.

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