Get Free Shipping on your order now! Don't miss out!

TotalBoat Halcyon Marine Varnish

$21.99In StockSee Product Details
TotalBoat Halcyon Clear Marine Satin Varnish
TotalBoat Halcyon Clear Marine Gloss Varnish 4 Quart Kit
TotalBoat Halcyon Marine Varnish

This item is eligible for free shipping

Product Details

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 243 Reviews

October 3, 2023

Great product
By Dave from Winchester,Tn

Verified Purchase

Great product easy to use dries quickly.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

Was this review helpful to you?

September 22, 2023

High quality, smooth application
By Gerrypicker from Norwalk, CT

Verified Purchase

I'm using Halcyon to protect an outdoor table made of white oak that I'm building. The application and dry time are phenomenal. I added water equivalent to 10%-15% of the mix so I'll apply extra coats.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

Was this review helpful to you?

September 11, 2023

Great product
By BO from Henrico, VA

Verified Purchase

First time do a cedar slab for outdoor use. I called Total Boat and asked what epoxy to fill cracks and holes. I also asked for help on what sealer to use. They gave me great information on the different products. I used this Halcyon and it turned out great! Loved the product, easy to use, easy to clean. Was easy to work with.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

Was this review helpful to you?

September 11, 2023

Halcyon Varnish
By Randy from Pikeville, NC

Verified Purchase

Great product. I have used this varnish for the last two years and love it. It's easy to apply and seals great. The look is beautiful as well.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

Was this review helpful to you?

September 9, 2023

Great for non Marine uses
By MCB from Philly

Verified Purchase

My dad recommended it for refinishing our deck furniture. East to use. The bag is much better than a can. The satin finish was exactly what we were looking for.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

Was this review helpful to you?

September 5, 2023

I would buy this again
By Victor from Manahawkin NJ

Verified Purchase

Very easy to use and I like the fact you can put multiple coats on in a day

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

Was this review helpful to you?

August 20, 2023

Used 1.5 qts on strip planked kayaks
By Doc from Canton Ga

Verified Purchase

Goes on easy dries quickly and subsequent coats can be applied in 1 to two hours

Jam 8 with strip plank top
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

Was this review helpful to you?

August 9, 2023

Great Stuff!
By DLM WoodWorks from Bakersfield, CA

Verified Purchase

I use this on many woodworking projects requiring a clear finish. It goes on well and is durable.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

Was this review helpful to you?

August 4, 2023

I bought to try out, it worked as advertised; bought more.
By Jonny from RI

Verified Purchase

Working on boat at mooring, which makes water/soap cleanup particularly helpful. Multiple coats in a day is a great feature.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

Was this review helpful to you?

August 3, 2023

Will definitely use Halcyon again
By Popeye from San Diego, CA

Verified Purchase

Water solvent and rapid build up of coats make this a very easy and forgiving varnish.

Another view of same
Finished Ash tiller no varnish since 2001

Was this review helpful to you?