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Minwax Helmsman Spar Urethane Aerosol Spray, 11.5 ounce, Satin (Packaging May Vary)

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11.5 oz Aerosol
Satin
Urethane

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  • PROTECTIVE CLEAR FINISH – Minwax Helmsman Spar Urethane Spray is a specially formulated protective varnish for wood for interior and exterior projects. It contains special UV blockers that reduce the sun’s graying and fading effects.
  • EFFECTIVE YEAR ROUND – This wood varnish forms a protective barrier against rain and moisture to protect your projects and keep them looking their best. Special oils allow the finish to expand & contract with the wood as seasons and temperatures change.
  • VERSATILE – Ideal for use on doors, windows, trim, bathroom cabinets, bar tops, kitchen countertops, outdoor furniture and more.
  • SATIN FINISH – Give your wood projects a sleek finish with this satin varnish. It protects the natural beauty of the wood and offers a soft, unique sheen for a modern, cozy, and on-trend look.
  • A BRAND YOU CAN TRUST – Minwax is America’s leading brand of wood finishing and wood care products. Since 1904, we have been inspiring consumers to Keep on Finishing. We offer consumers a complete line of products to meet every wood finishing need.
  • Spar urethane
  • Fortified alkyd resin formulated to dry to a hard but not brittle finish

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4.4 4.4
Durability
4.3 4.3
Easy to clean
4.2 4.2
Sheerness
4.2 4.2

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prep surface

stain surface

protect and seal surface

Surface must be dry, clean, and free of dirt, grease, glue, and existing coatings before staining. Sand the wood in the direction of the grain using a fine-grade sandpaper (#220) until smooth. Remove all sanding dust. To help ensure uniform acceptance of stain color and beautiful results, pretreat the wood with Minwax Pre-Stain Wood Conditioner following label directions.

Apply a liberal amount of stain evenly with a brush or clean cloth. Wait 3 minutes and remove the excess stain with a clean cloth, wiping in the direction of the grain. Allow to dry 8-10 hours. To darken the color, apply additional coats of Minwax Gel Stain repeating directions for application of first coat. Allow the stain to dry 8 to 10 hours between coats. Do not sand between coats.

After 24 hours (dry time may be extended due to heavy application, low temperatures or high humidity), complete your project by applying a clear protective finish. Recommended finishes include Minwax Fast-Drying Polyurethane or Water Based Oil Modified Polyurethane or Helmsman Spar Urethane for exterior use.

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three easy steps to a beautiful finish prep with pre stain wood conditioner stain with gel stain protect with spar urethane
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4.6 out of 5 stars
2,555
4.5 out of 5 stars
5,117
4.6 out of 5 stars
7,905
Oil-based
Description Prevent blotching & streaking to ensure beautiful, even stain color Add rich color to enhance the wood grain Protect with a warm top coat for long lasting beauty
Ideal for all wood projects

resist fading

ideal for indoor or outdoor surfaces

warm finish

Product Description

Product Description

Minwax Helmsman Spar Urethane Spray is a specially formulated protective wood finish for interior and exterior projects that are exposed to sunlight, water, or temperature changes. It’s a wood varnish that contains UV blockers to reduce the sun’s graying and fading effects. It forms a protective layer against rain and moisture to shield your projects and keep them looking their best year-round. The special oils in this wood varnish spray allow the finish to expand and contract with the wood as seasons and temperatures change. This spar urethane protects the natural beauty of the wood while providing a warm finish. It’s ideal for a variety of projects that include doors, windows, trim, bathroom cabinets, bar tops, kitchen countertops, outdoor furniture and more (not recommended for floors). Minwax is America’s leading brand of wood finishing and wood care products. Since 1904, we have been inspiring consumers to Keep on Finishing. We offer consumers a complete line of products to meet every wood finishing project.

From the Manufacturer

Minwax is America's leading brand of wood finishing and wood care products. From staining and protection, to preparation, maintenance, cleaning and repair, Minwax makes and keeps wood beautiful.

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4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6 out of 5
7,905 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the quality, value, ease of use, and protection of the household varnish. For example, they mention that it brings out the beauty of the wood, it's easy to apply and recoat in two hours, and it provides great protection against the elements. Customers are also impresseded with the drying time, saying that the thin coats dry fast.

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247 customers mention220 positive27 negative

Customers like the value of the household varnish. They say it works well, provides long-lasting protection, and is still usable. Some say the product is still dented due to scanty padding. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

"...Very good quality--always consistent. Good product." Read more

"...For my application, though, it looks just fine and worked better than expected." Read more

"What I like about this product. "The pricing stays consistant. " The product is of good quality and never, I mean never lets you down...." Read more

"Great Value and works great" Read more

239 customers mention209 positive30 negative

Customers like the quality of the household varnish. They say it has an excellent sheen, and brings out the beauty of the wood. It's easy to use and provides a durable finish for furniture and cabinets. The satin finish has a low sheen and is rustic and warm.

"I can't find in stores anymore as I use this product often. Very good quality--always consistent. Good product." Read more

"...Keeps color of the wood intact with little to no ambering which is common with oil versions." Read more

"Good product, but it yellows light colors as you put it on. Was fine on darker colors, but really yellowed a light gray table I was finushing." Read more

"Minwax Spray Urethane is so easy to use and get a perfect finish every time." Read more

111 customers mention105 positive6 negative

Customers find the household varnish easy to use and apply. They mention it goes on smoothly, recoats in two hours, and cleans up with water. Some say that it's easy to apply to wooden furniture and that it goes well if you follow the instructions.

"I prefer this water-based version of Helmsman because it is easier to apply than oil-based version of Helmsman...." Read more

"Minwax Spray Urethane is so easy to use and get a perfect finish every time." Read more

"...He took on a nice shine, and the application was rather forgiving of my brush strokes...." Read more

"Very good product, works well outdoors and easy to apply. Would give a higher rating but can was smashed up real good upon arrival...." Read more

71 customers mention65 positive6 negative

Customers are happy with the protection provided by the varnish. They say it provides great protection against the elements, and has helped protect their oil paintings. They also mention that it creates a fantastic barrier against the weather, and works well to protect outdoor wood signs. Customers also say that it helps with UV light and rain. Overall, customers are happy and recommend the product for outdoor projects.

"...Keeps color of the wood intact with little to no ambering which is common with oil versions." Read more

"I like the satin look with this Spar Urethane. It provides great protection against the elements if you put more than one coat...." Read more

"...can indicates superior protection against rain, moisture, and UV damage from sunlight, as well as enough flexibility to withstand seasonal swelling..." Read more

"...I used a few coats on the rocking chair and it creates a fantastic barrier against the elements. It does have a very glossy shine...." Read more

67 customers mention51 positive16 negative

Customers like the drying time of the varnish. They say it goes on easily, dries relatively quickly, and offers very easy clean. They also say the thin coats dry fast, allowing the ability to do three. They mention that it driers to a hard plastic skin that seems like it should last quite a long time. Customers also say it works really good and seals better than the Aquanet they were using previously.

"...It dries to a hard plastic skin that seems like it should last quite a long time, especially since I'll store the trailer under a tarp...." Read more

"...The can indicates superior protection against rain, moisture, and UV damage from sunlight, as well as enough flexibility to withstand seasonal..." Read more

"...It applied easily and dried fairly quickly so I was able to apply two coats to the wood before assembling the pieces into their finished components..." Read more

"Great for sealing my wood projects" Read more

48 customers mention35 positive13 negative

Customers find the cleaning process of the household varnish to be easy. They mention that the brushes clean up nicely, and it cleans up with water. Some say that it's not as messy as common spray paint, and there's no messy overspray to deal with.

"...The cleanup is also easier and there is very little smell from the product...." Read more

"...There's no messy overspray to deal with, and brushing it on fills lots of imperfections that would require who-knows-how-many coats of spray to..." Read more

"...Oil based - poor application and requires extensive clean up with harsh chemicals - mineral spirits, gasoline, lacquer cleaners...not the type of..." Read more

"...Does not dry as hard as the oil poly buy the ease of use and cleanup is great...." Read more

59 customers mention28 positive31 negative

Customers are mixed about the nozzle. Some mention that the spray is a fine, convenient product that goes well even into finer areas and doesn't clog things up. However, others say that the can clogged and will no longer spray no matter how long you hold it upside down. The nozzle gets clogging easily and the can has to be held upright, and the contents started spraying out everywhere from the base of the hose.

"...The spray is a fine, convenient product ... but if you want the slickest finish possible, get a quart and a good brush, do conscientious prep work,..." Read more

"Even inverting the can as recommended the spray valve gets clogged, making the remaining product in the can unusable...." Read more

"...That said, it also claims to spray evenly. Hahahaha! No. The bottom edge of the spray nozzle sprayed much heavier than the top edge...." Read more

"...The faulty can sprayed well but then wouldn’t stop when the valve was released...." Read more

46 customers mention0 positive46 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the dent resistance of the household varnish. They mention that the cans arrived dented, bent, and damaged. Some customers also say that the lid was bent and the sides scratched easily. Overall, customers are not happy with the quality and durability of the product.

"First of all, the quart size can of spar urethane came in a not too well protected box. The can had dents in it, but the lid was ok...." Read more

"...It arrived quickly but upon opening the box, I discovered the 2 cans were dented and one can has signs of rust on the lid...." Read more

"...Thus, when it arrived there was a huge dent in the side of the can." Read more

"...usable BUT can badly dented due to scanty padding in small, flimsy packing box. Not sure the next one will get here ok so not anxious to reorder!!" Read more

Love the Satin look
5 Stars
Love the Satin look
I like the satin look with this Spar Urethane. It provides great protection against the elements if you put more than one coat. I get kind of lazy and do not maintain the front door that gets full afternoon sun in the hot 100 degree summers. Instead of refinishing it every year, I might do it every 2 or 3 years (sometime even more). Even though I do the regular maintenance on it, the Spar Urethane is doing a great job protecting the wood.
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5.0 out of 5 stars works like advertised
Reviewed in Canada on September 29, 2023
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5.0 out of 5 stars Very good product, fast delivery.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Works great
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