{"product_id":"pettit-paint-captains-varnish-gal-pet-1015g","title":"Pettit Paint Captains Varnish Gal","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePettit Captain's Varnish Traditional Marine Varnish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003ePettit's Captain Varnish is a favorite among traditional marine industry professionals. Captain's Varnish 1015 is highly regarded for its ease of application, outstanding gloss retention and tough yet flexible durability. A combination of phenolic and alkyd resins blended with tung and linseed oils provide excellent performance. It's warm, light amber hue will enhance the rich, classic bright work appearance. Contains ultraviolet absorbers and filters.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eTraditional warm, amber color\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvides outstanding gloss retention\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExtra U.V. protection\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExtremely durable finish\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEasy to apply\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssociated Products:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/pettit-120-brushing-thinner-quart\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e120 Thinner \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e-For brushing and clean up\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/pettit-121-paint-spraying-thinner-quart\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e121 Thinner \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e-Spraying Application\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eResin: Alkyd\/Phenolic\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOil: Linseed\/Tung\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCoverage: 585 sq. ft\/gal.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVOC: 410 g\/l as supplied\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003ch2\u003eHow to Apply Pettit Captain's Varnish\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eDo not shake varnish. Stir gently before application, being careful not to introduce air bubbles into the varnish. Captain's Varnish can be applied by brush, conventional, or airless spray. Thinning is not typically required, although on warm days you can use Pettit 120 Brushing Thinner at 5-10% by volume to ease brushing. When spraying, use Pettit 121 Spraying Thinner up to 20% by volume.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brush or spray\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Coats:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bare Wood: 4 minimum  |  Existing Varnish: 2 minimum\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry Film Thickness per Coat:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5 mils (3.1 wet mils)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Temp:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40°F Min \/ 90°F Max \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ctable style=\"height: 75px; ; width: 350px;\" border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry Times\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/caption\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e  Set-to-touch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e  Tack Free\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e  Dry Hard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e  90°F\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e  1-3 Hours\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e  3-5 Hours\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e  8-12 Hours\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003e70°F\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e  2-4 Hours\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e  5-7 Hours\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e  12-20 Hours\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003e50°F\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e  4-8 Hours\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e  12-16 Hours\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e  24-48 Hours\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Systems\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBare Wood\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSand surface completely smooth with 180-320 grit production paper. Wipe surface to remove sanding residue.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFor new work on open grained wood, the use of Pettit or Z-Spar Past Wood Filler Stain is required to achieve a smooth finish. Let dry overnight.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFor new work on closed grained woods such as pine, maple, spruce, etc. the use of Wood Filler Stain is usually not required.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply a generous covering coat of Pettit Clear Sealer. Let it dry overnight and thoroughly sand with 220 grit sandpaper.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply at least four coats of Captain's Varnish.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLet each coat dry overnight, sand with 220 grit sandpaper and clean off residue before applying the next coat.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSand the next to last coat with 400 grit production paper and clean off sanding residue before applying final coat.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVarnished Wood in Good Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eWipe old varnish with Pettit 120 Brushing Thinner to be sure all dirt, wax, polish, and\/or grease has been removed.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThoroughly sand the existing varnish with 180-220 grit production paper and wipe clean with a tack rag.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply at least two coats of Captain's Varnish.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLet the first coat dry overnight, sand with 400 grit sandpaper and clean off residue before applying final coat.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVarnished Wood in Poor Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eRemove all the old varnish with a paint and varnish remover or by sanding.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBleach the wood if necessary to remove water stains.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProceed with the system for bare wood above.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBare Teak (or other woods with high oil content)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSand the wood smooth with 120 grit production paper to open up the grain.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWipe the surface thoroughly with Pettit 120 Brushing Thinner in an effort to aggressively remove as much oil as possible.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply a generous coat of Pettit Clear Sealer.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAfter an overnight dry, lightly sand the surface with 220 grit sandpaper and wipe it clean with a rag dampened with Pettit 120 Brushing Thinner.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply at least four coats of Captain's Varnish. \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLet each coat dry overnight, sand with 220 grit sandpaper, and clean off sanding residue before applying the next coat.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSand the next to last coat with 400 grit production paper prior to applying the final coat.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"How to Apply PDF\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/content\/PDFs\/How_to_Apply_Pettit_Captains_Varnish.pdf\" target=\"_parent\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"__mce_add_custom__\" title=\"pdficon.png\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-6rtev5owwo\/product_images\/uploaded_images\/pdficon.png\" alt=\"pdficon.png\" width=\"40\" height=\"39\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/content\/PDFs\/How_to_Apply_Pettit_Captains_Varnish.pdf\"\u003eClick to Download Pettit Captain's Varnish Application Instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pettit Paint","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67605708046651,"sku":"PET-1015G","price":186.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0907\/4271\/8779\/files\/425090_source_1647284081_0499218b-57fc-4bed-8ff4-d4e03c240635.jpg?v=1790786423","url":"https:\/\/clinchriverfishingusa.com\/products\/pettit-paint-captains-varnish-gal-pet-1015g","provider":"Clinch River Fishing USA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}