Epifanes Bootlak Blank – CLEAR VARNISH
Classic boat varnish for durable protection

Epifanes Bootlak Blank clear varnish is a high-quality classic boat varnish that offers optimal leveling, a beautiful finish, and long-lasting gloss. This varnish provides excellent UV protection and withstands various weather conditions, sunlight, and seawater. The product is easy to handle and offers exceptional elastic flexibility, preventing the varnish from cracking as the wood works. This product is suitable for new work: bare solid wood (such as meranti, mahogany, Oregon pine) and glued boards, indoors and outdoors, above the waterline. It is also suitable for the maintenance of existing, intact one- and two-component varnish systems, regardless of brand.

The best results with this product are achieved by using a long-haired soft brush or a spray gun. The use of a roller is not recommended as the required film thickness is usually not achieved. Always work in the direction of the wood grain and ensure sufficient film thickness. Do not apply the product wet on wet and avoid film thicknesses greater than advised, to prevent sagging and drying problems. Ensure adequate ventilation when handling the product and during drying. Avoid working in direct sunlight or windy conditions. In these conditions, the rapid evaporation of the solvent can prevent good leveling of the varnish. The temperature of the varnish, surface, and environment should not differ too much. If the varnish "drags," you can add up to 10% thinner. To change the color of the wood, you can add up to 10% Epifanes Mahogany Stain to the varnish. After drying, lightly sand each coat of varnish with P400 sandpaper. Sand only in the direction of the wood grain.

Instructions for spray varnishing:
Thinning 15-20% with Spray Thinner
Nozzle opening: 1.2 mm – 1.5 mm
Spray pressure: 2-3 bar
Visco DIN cup 4 mm: 20-24 seconds.

Instructions for brush varnishing:
Thinning:
1st coat: 50% with Epifanes brush thinner
2nd coat: 25% with Epifanes brush thinner
3rd coat: 15% with Epifanes brush thinner
4th coat and onwards: 0-5% with Epifanes brush thinner
Drying:
Allow to dry for 24h between coats
Intermediate sanding
1st coat: P220 dry sandpaper
2nd coat: P220 dry sandpaper
3rd coat: P280 dry sandpaper
4th coat and onwards: P400 wet sandpaper

These four coats are the minimum to ensure durability.
To maintain gloss for longer, you can apply more coats.
Aggressive intermediate sanding reduces film thickness.

Coverage: 14 m² per liter @ 35 μm dry film thickness

The effectiveness and functionality of all the above-mentioned products are based on years of practical experience and laboratory research.
We guarantee that work carried out strictly according to the instructions will meet the promised properties, provided that the instructions have been followed precisely and the work has been done with good craftsmanship.

However, we cannot directly assume responsibility for the outcome of this product and the work done with it, as the final result is partly determined by factors beyond our control and judgment. The customer/worker must verify the suitability of the products used for the intended purpose with their normal available resources.


Coverage depends on the application method, application conditions, substrate quality, object shape, etc.
The user of this product must comply with national laws regarding health, safety, and the environment. Use protective gloves and a respirator during handling.

Need more information about boat varnishes? Read The Best Varnishes for Wooden Boats – an article where we discuss different boat varnishes, what options are available, which varnish is suitable for which situation, and what to consider when making a choice.