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Enduro-Var II Water-Based Urethane Topcoat

General Finishes ar II Water Based Urethane Topcoat

Enduro-Var II is a reformulation of our original oil-modified, ambering, water-based topcoat. It replaces original Endurovar and is made with more than 70% RENEWABLE RESOURCES formulated from sustainable materials that decrease the carbon footprint and is compatible with ALL GF products.

Why does Enduro-Var clog up in my spray gun during use?

Enduro-Var Repairing & Trouble Shooting Water Based Finishes

Enduro-Var sprays beautifully if the gun is absolutely clean and does not have any other finish residue. Proper cleaning with acetone followed with hot water should purge the fluid passage. Enduro-Var itself will not cause gun failure.

Another possibility is the power of the gun. Some of the lower quality guns can overheat causing the product to cure in the gun - they need a rest once in a while if you are using them all day.

Also note that Enduro-Var ADHERES WELL only over WATER STAINS, DYE STAINS, and RAW WOOD.

How do I repair a section that I have buffed through using Enduro-Var over an epoxy on a guitar

Enduro-Var Repairing & Trouble Shooting Water Based Finishes Luthiers Buffing Out the Final Coat of Finish

Our first concern is the use of the epoxy. Although you have may had success with this process previously, we do not recommend the use of Enduro-Var with epoxy or any oil based products. Enduro-Var works well on its own or with GFs water based finishes. There is a great possibility that future finishes can fail.

Refinished Mandola with General Finished Enduro -Var Water Based Polyurethane

mandola refinished using general finishes enduro

Post Date

Tue, 05/03/2016 - 12:00

John Mosconi of Sting King Lutherie in Akron, Ohio takes us on his journey of refinishing this mandola.

Step 1: Prep and Sealing

Oil Based Wood Bowl Finish

Wood Bowl Finish is a durable oil-and-urethane oil-based finish designed for decorative wooden bowls and turnings. For countertops actively used for chopping and cutting, use Butcher Block Oil instead.

Which Topcoat Should I Choose?

Arm-R-Seal Enduro Tintable 2K Clear Poly Enduro 1K Clear Poly Enduro 1K White Poly Enduro-Var Exterior Stains & Topcoats High Performance Water Based Top Coat Water Based Topcoats Compatibility

General Finishes offers a complete coatings system with a finish for every objective.

Woodworker Wednesday - Sun Valley Woodworks

custom wood furniture by sun valley woodworks using general finishes stains, dyes, and paints

Post Date

Wed, 02/15/2017 - 12:00

General Finishes presents Sun Valley Woodworks for this Woodworker Wednesday showcase! This company has an astounding portfolio of custom armoires, dressers, nightstands, desks and more!

*How Can I Buff Enduro-Var Gloss to a Higher Gloss?

Enduro-Var Buffing Out the Final Coat of Finish

Contributed by Jeff Jewitt of Homestead Finishing Supplies

Day 1:

Prep sand the wood with 220-grit sandpaper.
Spray a wet coat of General Finishes Enduro-Var Gloss and dry for 2 hours.
Level sand with 320-grit sandpaper.
Spray a second wet coat and dry for 2 hours.
Lightly sand with 320-grit sandpaper.
Spray a third wet coat and allow to dry overnight.

Day 2:

How Do General Finishes Water Based Topcoats Differ?

Enduro 1K Clear Poly Enduro 1K White Poly Enduro Conversion Varnish Enduro Pre Cat Laquer High Performance Water Based Top Coat Water Based Topcoats

GF recommends using the least expensive product that will provide the needed performance characteristics. We offer a range of products designed for professional spray applications and brush-on finishes for consumer use.

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Woodworker Wednesday - A-Frame Woodworking, LLC

custom wood furniture by a-frame woodworking llc using general finishes stains, dyes, and paints

Post Date

Fri, 07/08/2016 - 12:00

In this weeks Woodworker Wednesday showcase, GF presents A-Frame Woodworking, LLC! As a small family owned business, they specialize in creating custom furniture pieces as well as woodworking products for taxidermists and fly fisherman!