: I've started varnishing my Merganser 14W hybrid. I'm using Interlux Schooner
: varnish.
: I put the first coat on the deck in afternoon two days ago (Fri. its now Sun.
: AM) but
: the varnish is still a bit tacky --- and I had been hoping to put her in the
: water for the
: first time this weekend!!!

: Interlux claims Schooner varnish will be dry to the touch after 2 hours and
: ready for
: sanding after 16. This is not occuring for me!

: My two guesses as to the problem: 1) I applied too thick a coat (but I don't
: have noticable runs and sags).
: 2) It is too d**n humid!

: Any help/suggestions from you brightwork experts?

: ---Paul

Paul:

We've had great success using Z-Spar Captain's Clear, Z-Spar Flagship, and McCloskey's over MAS epoxy. The varnish has always been dry to the touch, although probably soft, after 10-12 hours regardless of humidity. Certainly higher temperature will dry things faster and make for more interesting application.

Michael