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TotalBoat Halcyon Marine Varnish

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TotalBoat Halcyon Clear Marine Satin Varnish
TotalBoat Halcyon Clear Marine Gloss Varnish 4 Quart Kit
TotalBoat Halcyon Marine Varnish

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TotalBoat Halcyon Marine Varnish is an innovative varnish that creates a hard, gloss, or satin finish on brightwork, without the painstaking prep, long dry time, tedious sanding & noxious fumes associated with most varnishes. 1-part low-VOC formula offers powerful UV protection to prevent yellowing. Flexible finish prevents cracking & lifting due to temperature changes.

Cures harder than most 1-part varnishes, with superior abrasion, scratch & solvent resistance. It dries fast–recoat in 1 hr @ 72°F, with no sanding between coats. Resealable Pour Pak™ prevents skinning & waste. Soap & water cleanup.

Choose Halcyon (clear amber gloss), Halcyon Clear Gloss or Clear Satin in Pint, Quart and 4 Quart Sizes. NOTE: Satin is not available in a 4 Quart Size.

Tech Specs
Technical Specifications Halcyon Varnish
Thinning Not required, even for the first coat. However, to help create a desired flow, thin with water up to 20% maximum.
Cleanup Soap and water
Application Method Brush, roll & tip, or spray
Application Temperature 50-90°F; 0-90% RH (relative humidity)
Number of Coats (Minimum) 2-3
Accelerated Application If desired, apply a maximum of 5 coats per day. Always wait 12 hours between applying Halcyon and sanding.
Tack-Free Time to Recoat 1 hour at 72°F
Overcoat Without Sanding Up to 12 hours
Coverage 40-50 sq. ft./pint; 80-100 sq. ft./quart
Cured Color Halcyon (clear light amber); Halcyon Clear Gloss or Satin (ultra clear)
Finish Gloss or Satin
Gloss DOI (Distinctness of Image) >90% @ 60°; >77% @ 20°
Info & Guides

No long wait. No sanding. No fumes. No waste or mess.

In our continuous quest for a better marine varnish, we've developed TotalBoat Halcyon, a quick-drying, rapid-recoating, eco-friendly, durable, gloss varnish that takes brightwork finishing to the next level. Its low-VOC, low-odor formula makes it easier than ever to get a nice, even gloss or satin finish on both interior and exterior wood surfaces.

Halcyon dries super fast and doesn't require sanding between coats (for up to 12 hours), so you can apply up to five coats in one day to finish varnishing faster and set sail sooner. The low VOC content limits exposure to you and to the environment, and the low odor makes Halcyon great for use indoors, in shops, or on interior woodwork. Its maximum UV protection, flexibility, and abrasion resistance make it great for exterior woodwork, too.

Available in clear amber gloss, clear gloss, and clear satin finishes. 4 Quart Size is available for Clear Gloss and Clear Amber Gloss.

Our original Halcyon formula cured crystal clear, abrasion resistant, and UV stable. But many of you told us that, while the clear finish was good for some applications, you preferred a more classic, clear amber finish on brightwork. We heard you, and we created a formula with the beauty of a traditional marine spar varnish, but one that cured with greater clarity, abrasion resistance, and UV protection. The clear amber gloss formula goes by the name Halcyon, and the clear gloss formula is called Halcyon Clear. You loved our gloss formulas, but told us it'd be great if we could make a clear satin finish. We're happy to announce that new Halcyon Clear Satin is now available. Each Halcyon gloss formula is designed so that the more coats you apply, the greater the depth, beauty, gloss, and durability. The satin formula is best used as the finish coat over build coats of Halcyon Clear Gloss or Amber Gloss. These innovative marine varnishes are very easy and fast to apply, quick to dry, easy to sand, and clean up fast with just soap and water.

The beauty is in the cured finish

At first, Halcyon varnishes may look a little odd and seem a little different because they come in a bag, don't smell like varnish (don't stink!), and with their milky-white color, don't look like varnish. Until they dry very quickly to a beautiful, even gloss.

  • Compared to oil-based varnish, Halcyon varnishes don't need thinning—not even for the first coat—because they dry phenomenally fast, and don't have to be sanded between coats. They also dry completely clear and hard, but flexible so there's no yellowing, chipping, cracking, or peeling.

  • Compared to synthetic marine wood finishes, Halcyon varnishes can be applied over existing 1- or 2-part varnishes in good condition, they're very scratch resistant, abrasion resistant, and remain clear & glossy, without looking cloudy or muddy after multiple coats. Halcyon varnishes also offer greater UV protection.

  • Compared to water-based marine polyurethane varnishes, Halcyon Gloss and Satin varnishes can be applied to interior and exterior wood surfaces.

Important application note for Halcyon Clear Satin

It is strongly recommended to use Halcyon Clear Gloss or Amber Gloss for build coats, and only use Halcyon Satin as a final coat, to ensure the best finish and depth.

Technical Information

Halcyon Varnish Features

  • Clear amber gloss (Halcyon), Clear gloss (Halcyon Clear Gloss), and Clear satin (Halcyon Clear Satin) finishes accent wood grain and character.
  • Hard, UV-stable, finish is abrasion, solvent, and scratch resistant.
  • For interior & exterior (exterior above waterline) on all types of wood.
  • Convenient, resealable bag makes it easy to pour and easy to store.
  • Won't skin over in the cup while you're using it, or in the bag while you're storing it.
  • One-part formula is easy to use, no mixing or measuring.
  • No mess, easy soap and water cleanup, and no waste.
  • Low-odor, low-VOC formula is eco-friendly and user-friendly.
  • Choose from Clear Gloss and Amber Gloss - Pint, Quart and 4-Quart Sizes; Clear Satin - Pint and Quart Sizes

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including n-methylpyrrolidone, which is known to the State of California to cause developmental toxicity. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

Reviews for TotalBoat Halcyon Marine Varnish

10 of 220 Reviews

March 22, 2023

Impressed with Halcyon Varnish
By Jack from Indianapolis

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Used on various skiff parts, tiller, oarlock mounts, rudder head, mast partner, etc. Easy to apply, easy to build coats with the fast drying. No nasty smell lingering for hours. Easy clean up. No runs. Just don't overwork, as it will show minor brush strokes. Have yet to see how its longevity compares with regular varnish. So far, impressive.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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March 15, 2023

EASYCleanup
By Owen from New York

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Product rolls out flat with slight stipple BUT self levels as it dries. No chemicals needed for clean up, brushes and rollers cleanup with water and are ready to use again. Highly recommend this from a former LUST enthusiast.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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March 2, 2023

Excellent product.
By Creative Carl from Lockport, NY

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I liked this product because it was easy to apply and finished my mahogany project beautifully.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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February 7, 2023

super product
By Renell from Maize, KS

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easy on and smoothed out wonderfully. Better w/ thin layers, and I did sand lightly after each application but not necessary Love the water clean up and not bad smelling either if indoors

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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February 7, 2023

Not for me
By Jim from Grosse Ile, Michigan

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I should have used a foam brush. Halcyon drys too fast for a traditional badger hair brush. Left brush marks which were hard to sand out. I'll stay with Captain's or Schooner. Who's in a hurry anyway?

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend to a friend

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January 31, 2023

Always buy this
By Bare Woodworking from Michigan

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I just made a counter top used it on it and never had something look so good. My next project is gonna be my boat, and do all the teak on my deck.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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January 25, 2023

Will use again
By Al FullSail Woodworks from Virginia

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These new waterborne products are a real game changer in my opinion. Recoat time, clean up, VOCs etc. even the packaging is user friendly. Application is so much better than less expensive finishes so Halcyon unless I see anything better is my go to.

Teak Companionway hatches with Halcyon finish
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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January 24, 2023

My new go to varnish.
By Emrick from Southern Oregon

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Not only easy to apply, and apply, and apply in one day, but forgiving as well. Results of application by a first timer are excellent. Finish is clear, hard and glossy. Now we'll find out how it wears.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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January 24, 2023

Exactly what it says it is
By N8 from Atlanta

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Dried fast. Went on smooth. Nice gloss finish. Used it on exterior wood doors -hoping it resists the sun here in Atlanta!

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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January 18, 2023

Easy to use. Easy to clean up. Winner winner!
By Naylors Corner from Northern Kentucky

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I used this on a live edge maple slab coffee table. It goes on with ease and cures quickly. I applied 3 coats.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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