Le Tonkinois Varnish 250ml

LE TONKINOIS Varnish 250ml - Marine-Grade Wood and Metal Protection

Discover the ultimate solution for preserving the beauty and integrity of your vessel with LE TONKINOIS Varnish. A time-tested favourite among marine enthusiasts and professional boat restorers, this premium varnish offers unparalleled protection and a stunning, high-gloss finish that enhances the natural character of your woodwork. Whether you are performing routine maintenance, undertaking a full restoration, or simply looking for the best possible defence against the elements, Le Tonkinois is the benchmark for quality and durability in boat care.

Engineered for the demanding marine environment, this varnish provides a robust and flexible shield for all your onboard wood and metal surfaces. Its unique formulation is designed to penetrate deep into the wood grain, nourishing it from within while building a tough, resilient surface film. This ensures that the finish moves and flexes with the natural expansion and contraction of the wood, preventing the cracking, peeling, and flaking commonly seen with inferior varnishes. The result is a long-lasting, professional-grade finish that maintains its integrity and appearance season after season, significantly reducing your maintenance workload and costs over time.

Beyond its exceptional flexibility, LE TONKINOIS Varnish delivers superior performance against the harshest conditions. It creates a completely waterproof barrier, protecting your brightwork, rails, cabins, and trim from saltwater spray, rain, and humidity. Its outstanding resistance to UV radiation and sunlight prevents the wood from greying and degrading, preserving its rich, natural colour. From the intense summer sun to freezing winter temperatures, this varnish stands up to extreme temperature changes without compromise. This powerful combination of features makes it the ideal choice for anyone serious about protecting their investment and keeping their boat in pristine, ship-shape condition. This convenient 250ml tin is perfect for smaller projects, detailed touch-ups, or for experiencing the legendary quality of Le Tonkinois on a test area.

Product Details and Instructions for Use

For areas of your wooden boat, Le tonquinois´´ varnish is a must.

It is suitable for areas of the boat that are not in permanent contact with the water.

This 100% waterproof phenolic varnish is ideal for use on wood and metal, but also adheres perfectly to all types of surface.

This product has excellent UV and light resistance.

This varnish is also resistant to temperature changes, abrasion and external impact.

Instructions for use:
Sand and clean the area thoroughly.

Do not apply at temperatures below 12°C.

Apply in dry weather.

Thin the first coat to 5% (thinner:white spirit).

Lightly sand the first coat using fine abrasive paper moistened with water.

Apply 4 coats of varnish.

For even longer-lasting protection, you can apply up to 8 coats.

Wait 24 hours between each coat