: I have a wooden kayak paddle that is in need of a new coat of varnish on the
: blades. What are your recommendations for a high quality varnish that will
: stand up to being underwater? thanks.
I would highly recommend SIKKENS "Clearvarnish UV". It is actually a polyurethane, not a varnish. It is indeed very clear and will impart very little colour to your paddle unlike a spar varnish. I've used it for years now and have found its durability and ease of application to be excellent.
Good luck, read the can!
Mark.