Wood Varnish

Wood Varnish for Furniture, Floors and Woodwork

Wood varnish provides a protective coating for suitable timber surfaces while allowing you to choose the level of sheen and appearance you want. Our range includes varnishes and lacquers for furniture, floors, doors, skirting boards, panelling, joinery and other interior woodwork.

Different varnishes are formulated for different applications, so it is important to choose a product that is suitable for the type of timber, location and level of wear the finished surface will receive.

Interior Wood Varnish

Interior varnishes are suitable for a variety of furniture and woodwork applications. Liberon Natural Finish Interior Varnish, for example, is a water-based varnish available in matt and satin finishes and is suitable for furniture and interior woodwork including doors, skirting boards, work surfaces and panelling.

Water-based varnishes can be a useful choice where a quick-drying, clear protective finish is required, although the characteristics vary between individual products.

Varnish for Wooden Floors

Wooden floors require a finish that is suitable for regular foot traffic and everyday wear. Our range includes products such as Fiddes Clear Glaze, which is formulated for interior wood floors as well as doors, skirting boards, panels and other suitable woodwork.

Always check that the particular varnish is intended for flooring before application and follow the manufacturer’s preparation and application instructions.

Varnish for Furniture

Wood varnish can be used to protect suitable wooden furniture and provide a choice of matt, satin or glossier finishes. It can be particularly useful where the furniture requires a more resistant protective coating than a traditional wax finish.

For antique furniture, consider the condition and type of the existing finish before applying varnish. In some restoration projects, cleaning and reviving the original finish may be preferable to applying a completely new coating.

Clear Wood Varnish

Clear varnish allows the natural appearance of the timber or an underlying wood stain to remain visible while providing a protective finish. Clear varnishes are available in different sheens, including matt, satin and gloss.

If you are applying varnish over a wood stain or dye, make sure the colouring product is fully dry and compatible with the varnish before proceeding.

Water-Based Wood Varnish

Water-based wood varnishes are available for a range of interior applications. They can provide a clear protective coating while retaining the appearance of the timber, depending on the particular formulation.

Some water-based products are also suitable for previously painted or decorative surfaces, so always check the manufacturer’s instructions for the intended application.

Heavy-Duty Wood Varnish

For surfaces exposed to greater levels of everyday wear, a heavy-duty wood varnish may be appropriate. Polyvine Heavy Duty Wood Varnish is one of the specialist products available in our range, alongside other protective varnishes and lacquers.

Yacht Varnish

Yacht varnish is a traditional type of varnish associated with applications requiring a durable finish. Rustins Yacht Varnish is available in gloss and satin finishes within our range.

Always check the product’s specific instructions and recommended applications rather than assuming that a yacht varnish is suitable for every exterior or interior timber surface.

Wax Finish Varnish

Wax finish varnish provides an alternative to traditional varnish where a wax-like appearance is desired. Polyvine Wax Finish Varnish is available in different finishes and is designed to provide a protective coating with a wax-effect appearance.

Wood Varnish for Doors and Joinery

Varnish can be used on suitable interior doors, skirting boards, panelling and other joinery. Fiddes Clear Glaze, for example, is specifically listed for these types of interior woodwork.

Preparation is important when varnishing previously finished timber. Surfaces should be clean, sound and appropriately prepared according to the instructions for the particular varnish.

Choosing the Right Wood Varnish

The right varnish depends on the surface you are finishing, whether the wood is bare or previously finished, the level of wear expected and the appearance you want to achieve.

Consider whether you need an interior varnish, floor varnish, heavy-duty finish, yacht varnish, lacquer or wax-effect coating. Always check the manufacturer’s instructions for compatibility, preparation, application and drying times before starting your project.