I think all varnishes have a yellow tint in them. I'd like to know if there is one that doesnt.

Amother question - I tried a quart of McCkosky's spar varnish, because it's cheaper and I knew I'd use it anyway. It's solids settle out, and it has to be stirred up pretty good before use. I dont recall this with other brands - is this a 'get what you pay for' deal, or am i missing something?

I use up my old varnish by filtering it through a cheezecloth or paint filter, and mixing it with turpentine and linseed oil for paddle finish. On a boat, use a new quart, it's easier.

For storage, either pick up some Bloxygen, or simply shoot a little propane into the can before you close it. I've also had good success with small glass jars - if you happen to have a quantity to fill one, say half-quart, it stores best in smaller sealed quantities. Canning jars work best, they seal. Bloxygen is a great product, and there is also a home brew for it but I dont remember what it is.

: Hi, Rich

: I used Z-Spar on my T&G kayak for a finishing touch. I had white enamel
: painted on for art work and the Z-Spar gave it a yellow tint. Thought I'd
: warn you that although I have found Z-Spar to work well enough...it does
: change the overall color.

: Rob