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Interlux Perfection Plus varnish is a clear, two-part polyurethane high gloss finish for wood and epoxy. This high-clarity, high gloss marine varnish provides superior UV protection and prolonged resistance to chemicals and abrasion.
The Plus formula is Interlux's most durable, a finish that lasts up to four times longer than conventional one-part varnish products. Designed for above the waterline use, the chemical cure of Perfection Plus provides superior resistance to fuels, oil and mild acids and alkali spills and is fully compatible with oily woods such as teak.
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APPLICATION AND USE
Preparation
BARE WOOD: Sand with 80 grade (grit) paper. Wipe with Brush Thinner 2333N. Apply a sealer coat of Perfection Varnish reduced 10% with Brush Thinner 2333N.
PREVIOUSLY PAINTED SURFACES: With Perfection Varnish: In Good Condition Sand surface with 120-150 grade (grit) paper and remove all dust. In Poor Condition If varnish is badly checked or peeling, remove finish to bare wood with Interstrip Semi-Paste 299E.
CLEAR EPOXY: Allow epoxy to cure for 5-7 days. Begin by scrubbing well using soap and water and a stiff brush. Wash down with fresh water. Wet sand with 180-220 grade (grit) paper. Wipe with Fiberglass Solvent Wash 202.
Method Apply at least 5-7 coats on bare wood and a minimum of 3 coats on surfaces previously coated with Perfection Varnish. Sand between each coat with 220 grade (grit) paper. Remove sanding residue with a rag dampened with Brushing Thinner 2333N.
Hints
Mixing Mix base and curing agent thoroughly at the specified ratio.
Ventilation and Humidity Control It is best to paint on warm, dry mornings. Cold weather retards the drying and humidity can spoil the gloss.
Brush Use a natural bristle brush.
Roller If rolling, use a thin nap roller and "tip-off" with a clean natural bristle brush.
Other Perfection Varnish is not recommended for spray application because of the slow evaporating system which leads to slow set-up time and therefore possible sagging. Perfection Varnish differs from Interthane Plus in that it is not supplied in concentrated form. It is ready for application as soon as the base and curing agent are mixed.
Some Important Points When applying Perfection Varnish to clear epoxy, follow instructions carefully. Failure to do so will result in poor dry and loss of adhesion. Avoid painting in direct sunlight. Product temperature should be minimum 10 deg C/50 deg F and maximum 29 deg C/85 deg F. Ambient temperature should be minimum 10 deg C/50 deg F and maximum 35 deg C/95 deg F. Substrate temperature should be minimum 10 deg C/50 deg F and maximum 29 deg C/85 deg F.
Compatibility/Substrates Apply to clean, dry, properly prepared surfaces only. Do not apply over one part paints.
Number of Coats Bare Wood: 5-7 Previously Coated Wood: 3-4
Coverage (Theoretical) - 660 (sq ft/Gal) by brush
Recommended DFT 1.2 mils dry
Application Methods Brush, Rolle
Finish: High Gloss
Specific Gravity: 1.063
Volume Solids: 50% (40% when reduced)
Mix Ratio: 3-1 by volume (as supplied)
Typical Shelf Life: 2 yrs
VOC (As Supplied): 450 g/lt
Unit Size: 1 US Quart
Number of Coats: Bare Wood- 5-7 Previously Coated Wood- 3-4
Drying Information
50 Degrees F
73 Degrees F
95 Degrees F
Touch Dry (ISO)
3 hours
2 hours
1 hour
Overcoated By
Min-Max
Min-Max
Min-Max
Perfection Varnish
12 hours-
8 hours-
6 hours-
TRANSPORTATION,STORAGE AND SAFETY INFORMATION
TRANSPORTATION: Perfection Varnish should be kept in securely closed containers during transport and storage.
STORAGE: Exposure to air and extremes of temperature should be avoided. For the full shelf life of Perfection Varnish to be realised ensure that between use the container is firmly closed and the temperature is between 5 deg C/40 deg F and 35 deg C/95 deg F. Keep out of direct sunlight.
DISPOSAL: Do not discard tins or pour paint into water courses, use the facilities provided. It is best to allow paints to harden before disposal.
Remainders of Perfection Varnish cannot be disposed of through the municipal waste route or dumped without permit. Disposal of remainders must be arranged for in consultation with the authorities.
Below Water Line (yes/no):
No
BRAND:
Interlux
Material:
Polyurethane
Number Of Parts:
Two Part
Type:
Varnishes
Questions & Answers about Interlux Perfection Plus Two Part Varnish:
2012-04-17DENNIS OELLERS asked: I am getting ready to refinsih exterior trim on my sailboat. There is what appears to an epoxy-type varnish on it (that has lasted a full 7 years that I have the boat) but now is wearing thin, in certain areas, like the corners, edges of companionway, bin boards, etc. The old finish has a slightly opague look, although the grain is still visible. I want to refinish but not take everthing down to bare wood, since there is still 80% good coverage. I have puchased the above product for this purpose, but haven't started applying it yet.
A) Would Interlux Perfection Plus be a proper product to use over the sanded old varish( assuming it is epoxy) as well as sanded bare wood areas?
B) What color (tone) does this product impart to bare wood?
C) Does it darken the natural wood color?
D) Can I use a darker stain on the bare wood prior to use, or can I add a brown colorant to the varnish to try to match other wood trim on boat? I f so, what do you suggest?
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2012-05-02MICHAEL DARNELL: dennis
2012-05-02MICHAEL DARNELL: perfection would work great for your worn areas. make sure to sand the old trim first. you might have to do some blending of the worn areas with stain to match what is under the old varnish-epoxy, which is hard to do but beats sanding the old stuff back to bare wood. my experience is if those areas are the same color, then overcoat, if not then your going to have to start with bare wood. the perfection is clear and wont make the wood change colors, other than a very slight opaque wet look. perfection has good uv blockers which prevents the wood from coloring. I have never added color to perfection, but i have confided in the boys in the jamestown paint dept about different applications, and have found them to be very helpfull. hopefully the bare edges on your trim are the same color as whats under the finish and you can over coat. good luck. mike
2012-05-14BOB INGRAM: Hello Dennis,
We just finished applying the Interlux Perfection Plus two part varnish on the mahogany windows and doors of our historic office building in downtown Brunswick, GA.
I choose the two part varnish over the standard marine varnish because I wanted to extend the time in between refinishing. It was $2000 in labor to strip and sand the windows and doors so spending a little extra on paint is a good investment. I was unwilling to risk going over the top of the old marine varnish - I would leave that question to the manufacturer of the product.
The mahogany took on a deep red color when painted just like it did with standard marine varnish. I have a lighter mahogany wood on the back doors and they did not change much.
The two part varnish has quite a smell until it dries. We also used a stripper after wash to clean the brushes. It was the only thing we found that would work.
Good Luck
Bob
2012-05-17WILLIAM YOUNG: I have only used the product on bare wood over several projects. Instructions do allow for use over old varvish if it is sound.
The product mixes a little milky but clears up in about ten minutes and "deepens" color rather than darken. I would not add anything other than thinner and this for first coat.
I did find that the product tacks in about two hours. Additional coats will not run at this point and sanding between coats is eliminated.
Be sure to buy the quart of thinner to clean brushes and thin the first coat. Acetone will not work.
2012-01-25JOHN DUNCAN asked: Pros and cons: Interlux Perfection Plus vs. Awlgrip's Awlbrite Clear Urethane? As far as I can tell the difference is price but my only criteria is durability. Anybody read an Practical Sailor report or some head-to-head between these products. Note, due to my stock of Interlux and Awlgrip components I'm only interested in these two brands.
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2012-02-25BILL MCGRAW: John,
I used the prior version of this in the past along with the other finishes in the "interthane" family, and had good results then. Two years ago, I refinished a boat using the "Perfection" products and found that they were far superior to the old versions, both in resulting finish and ease of use. I never mix a large batch, but use irrigation syringes to get precise ratios.
The two part varnish....I use as base coats on top of CPES.. After 3 or 4 coats, I change up to "Captains" just because it is so easy to sand and re-coat at the dock. Maybe this is old fashioned and not necessary these days... what do you think? Maybe my "varnish" program needs some updating....thanks for putting the question on the table.
Awlgrip was a licensed commercial product for so long, I just never got started with it. I got to know the Interlux line as a kid. It wasn't always great in those days, but this new stuff, Brightside and Perfection plus, amaze me, really.
2011-10-10A shopper asked: we are wanting to apply this onto small resin product to give a smooth texture on touch, we have tried several lacquers to get this finish we require , hope you can help ?
Piers
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2011-11-03DAN HOUTING: I have used PerfectionPlus on kiteboards I have made. The board is made with glass cloth and or carbon fiber with MAS epoxy resin. PP gives an extremely smooth surface and a finished look that is unbelievable with an extremely hard finish. It is a gloss/high gloss finish, and is very clear. No yellowing, and has UV protection, just what I wanted. Negatives are it is expensive relative to other varnishes, but because it does not yellow and all other varnishes I have used yellow, that may not be a fair comparison. Another negative is very strong odor while is cures. Wear a protective mask. Other than that, it is easy to work with. It is a final step product. Recommend it highly, recently bought second quart and will buy it again in the future when I need it.
2011-10-01DAVE SHEA asked: Will this product product protect epoxy (West systems 105 resin w/ 207m hardener) coated wood (cedar) from UV degregation? Application is a laminated garden arbor.
Dave
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2011-10-13Ryan L: Yes it will protect epoxy.
2011-09-12A shopper asked: Can this product be used over a painted surface?
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2012-01-25John Duncan: Test an inconspicuous spot with a small application of Interlux 2333 or 2316 thinner. If that doesn't lift the fully cured paint, proceed.
2011-07-27A shopper asked: what is the best way to apply, brush or roller?
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2012-01-25John Duncan: Roll on and tip with a high quality badger brush (personal preference). You can get a thin, even film either way, but the difference is in speed. Rolling applies faster so you have more time to tip it patiently without losing your wet edge. Also, the choice depends on your flat surface area; I would (could ) never roll around my toerail which are encumbered by all sorts of harware, fillets and whatnot, so there I apply with one brush and tip with another. My advice would be, roll when able ... and spare no expense on the foam roller! Foam roller covers vary greatly in quality, and if one of those things starts to come apart during your job it's game over.
Comments about Interlux Perfection Plus Two Part Varnish:
Finally used foam brush and let induce for 40 minutes with 35% thinner..... then Applied with a single brush stroke to each area, brushing Real SLOW and I would not get any bubbles forming up 5 or 10 minutes later....Only got the Centerboard Perfectly bubble free....
The deck, which was larger area, Always gave off tiny bubbles, no mater what technique I tried...and I tried them all...I put 8 coats on over sealed epoxy wood, sanding 400 wet between coats, using interlux thinner for wipedown and waiting 1 hour or more to varnish...BUT..the Gloss is Awsome!!..I just have to live with the microscopic bubbles that would form.
12/3/2012
4.0
Great product...
By John S
from Danville, CA
About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer
Pros
Clear With No Tint
Great shine
Levels out well
Cons
Low Humidity Needed
Strong odor
Best Uses
Comments about Interlux Perfection Plus Two Part Varnish:
Just used this over West System Clear epoxy on decks of my mahogany runabout for first time. Despite some varnishes advertising being clear, they often have slight color (didn't want varnish to discolor deck seems). This product is clear and very glossy. I was able to apply 3 coats back to back as a base and then two more(roll and tip). Came out great. Can't vouch for durability yet but am very pleased vs. regular varnish so far even taking cost into consideration.
11/6/2011
4.0
Extremely durable
By RPM
from Islip, NY
About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer
Pros
Holds up extremely well
Super glossy finish
Cons
Must have perfect weather
Best Uses
Exterior bright work
Comments about Interlux Perfection Plus Two Part Varnish:
This is not the easiest varnish to apply. There are many factors that effect the outcome, such as temperature, time of day applied, dew point, sun, and amount of thinner (2333N) added.
The cost is also a factor, but you get what you pay for.
I have used Interthane Plus (now called Perfection) for about 20 years on my Egg Harbor and have been extremely pleased with it durability and retention of gloss. When fully cured, it is as tough as nails.
2/19/2009
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
5.0
OUT DOES AND OUT LASTS BRISTOL FINISH !
By LUCKY DOG III 43 EGG HARBOR
from CT.
About Me Casual Do-It-Yourselfer
Pros
Even Paint Distribution
GOES ON NICE
Cons
Best Uses
Detailed Work
Comments about Interlux Perfection Plus Two Part Varnish:
I USED BRISTOL IN 2007 AND BY THE END OF SUMMER IT FAILED!! USED INTERLUX LAST YEAR 2008 AND STILL LOOKS LIKE THE DAY I PUT IT ON EXCELLANT PRODUCT FOR NORTHEAST
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