Beautifies With Scratch and Stain Resistant Finish
Polyurethane protects wood projects such as furniture, crafts and trim. Protective clear coat and sealer provides a scratch resistant surface on interior wood.
Creating flawless finishes for over 60 years
Expert wood finishing quality since 1958 for the professional, DIY fixer upper, furniture maker or home restoration project.
Triple Thick Formula for One Coat Coverage
Available in Water-Base, Oil-Base and Triple Thick Polyurethane with Satin, Gloss and Semi-Gloss sheens for custom project needs.
Craft Sealer
Create unique décor and gifts
Protect Items from Moisture
Seal and protect wood from moisture
Topcoat Tables and Furniture
Use polyurethane for protecting tables, chairs, cabinets and furniture
Apply Polyurethane to Wood
Products like Varathane Triple Thick Polyurethane make wood stain projects fast
Available in Matte, Gloss, Satin and Semi-Gloss
Water-based poly features low odor and easy soap and water clean up.
Varathane Ultimate Water-Based Polyurethane
Crystal clear, non-yellow finish offers protective coating over indoor surfaces including tables, shelves and more.
Available in Matte, Gloss, Satin and Semi-Gloss
Oil-based polyurethane creates a warm amber glow that deepens over time. Golden tone highlights wood grain.
Varathane Ultimate Oil-Based Polyurethane
Durable poly sealer offers superior scratch and stain resistance for delicate furniture and stained wood.
Available in Matte, Gloss, Satin and Semi-Gloss
Triple thick poly top coat protects 3X faster than traditional polyurethane. Advanced durability in one coat saves time.
Varathane Triple Thick Polyurethane
Seal and protect surfaces with a premium, long lasting finish. Ultimate protection for stained or natural wood.
Varathane 1 gal. Clear Satin Water-Based Interior Polyurethane (2-Pack) is specially formulated to let wood's natural beauty shine through. High clarity protective coating for indoor wood projects provides a crystal clear finish. Premium polyurethane retains the same clear finish as the day it was applied and will not yellow with time.
Ideal for protecting interior wood finishing projects and applications including furniture, doors, cabinets and trim
Covers up to 500 sq. ft., apply at least 3 coats on surfaces
Satin sheen adds a low luster to surfaces in a hard-crystal-clear finish
Long lasting, durable formula provides abrasion and scratch resistance on surfaces
Low odor, water-based formula features outstanding stain resistance for interior wood projects and does not require sanding between coats
Bare Wood, Finished Wood, Old/Reclaimed Wood, Stained Wood, Unfinished Wood
Surface Material Use
Wood
Time before recoating (hours)
2
Transparency
Clear
Vertical/Horizontal
Vertical / Horizontal
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
Satisfaction guaranteed for full refund of purchase price
Questions & Answers
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Q:Can I use this to coat my dining table? Is it toxic?
by|Dec 3, 2023
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A: We're happy to clear things up, Maya. While once Rust-Oleum Varathane Water-Based Polyurethane has fully cured after 3 days it will no longer give off any harmful fumes or gasses, it is not considered food safe. We do not recommend applying to surfaces that will come in direct contact with food.
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by|Dec 4, 2023
Q:Can I use this product without staining the wood? Should I use wood conditioner before using polyurethane if I am not staining the wood?
by|Nov 25, 2023
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A: We're happy to help, Peter. Yes, Rust-Oleum Varathane Water-Based Polyurethane can be applied to bare wood surfaces without needing to apply any previous finish.
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by|Nov 27, 2023
Q:Use on floors?
by|Nov 21, 2023
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A: Thank you for reaching out. While Rust-Oleum Varathane Water-Based Polyurethane provides excellent protection to indoor wooden surfaces, we do not recommend applying to floors. The constant foot traffic can cause the polyurethane to crack and peel. Instead, we would recommend applying Rust-Oleum Varathane Water-Based Floor Finish.
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by|Nov 21, 2023
Q:Will this protect from water marks if I put plant pots on it?
by|Nov 21, 2023
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A: Thank you for reaching out, Chris. Once Varathane Water Based Interior Polyurethane has fully cured, glasses and other objects will not leave a water ring. We recommend allowing the polyurethane to fully cure for at least 3 days before exposing to regular use.
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by|Nov 21, 2023
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Oct 17, 2023
Amazing finish
I refinished a desk from the 1950’s. This was the finishing touch. I had never used it before and 2 coats was enough. Super easy to use and finish looks amazing
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Oct 4, 2023
great product
This is my go-to varnish for my furniture painting business. Only complaint is that my closest store no longer carries it (because they're switching to another brand ONLY) and I have to travel a distance to get it or have it delivered.
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Oct 4, 2023
Great product for sealing painted furniture!
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Aug 2, 2023
We used this as a finish coat for painting our half bath floor tiles. A top coat wasn’t suggested to us, but once we finished painting, it was obvious we needed it. A quick google search suggested a water based polyurethane top coat. This was perfect. It was pretty easy to use. I would suggest however, if you need to “touch up” a spot, that you just do an entire extra layer. We have one square of tile w an extra coat and you can see it from certain light angles
It dried quickly, it’s holding up great and it’s really what we needed to complete the project . It feels sturdy, like it will last a long time. The Matte is perfect
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Jul 3, 2023
Quick and easy, nice looking and durable finish
Used for dining room table. Tried spray oil based first which was bad; sputtered a lot. Sanded off worst of sputter blobs and then used this water based stain with a brush. It was easy to apply & dried fast. Put on about 7 coats; have been using the table w/ no apparent scratches or wear so far. Some coats I didn't apply uniformly and you could see different sheens, but was easily fixed by just applying another coat. So really you only need to get the last coat right.
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Jun 1, 2023
Excellent, smooth finish. Always dependable....
Excellent, smooth finish. Always dependable.
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May 29, 2023
Quick and Glossy
I tried out the Clear Semi-Gloss Water-Based Interior Polyurethane, and it's pretty awesome. This stuff gives a nice glossy finish to my wood projects without the hassle of oil-based products. It's water-based, so clean-up is a breeze, and it dries super fast too. The only downside is that it can be a bit thin, so you might need to apply a few coats for a really smooth finish. For the convenience and quick drying time, I'm willing to overlook that. It's a solid choice for my interior woodwork.
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Apr 16, 2023
So far so good
So far it looks okay. Waiting to see how well it holds up. However, i needed more 1 gal product and no stores carry it and it will take a week to get it. That's just not acceptable.
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Mar 29, 2023
Dries fast to touch
refinished countertops with granite-look contact paper. Used water-based gloss polyurethane to seal the seams, for added durability/protection and the keep glossy look of the contact paper. I also coated peel-and-stivk PVC tile used as kitchen backsplash. Again to seal the seams, for added protection and to extend durability. The backsplash tile was slightly textured, which minimized the gloss, which was good. I usually also add a coat to spray-painted wallplates to help the spray-paint last.
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Feb 15, 2023
Works easy, looks great!
Applies easily and dries smoothly with multiple coats and light sanding between. Looks AMAZING!
Varathane 1 Gal. Clear Satin Water-Based Floor Polyurethane (Case of 2) is high-performance polyurethane formulated with patented Aluminum Oxide nano-technology for durable, long lasting protection. Low odor, self-leveling formula provides superior scuff, scratch and stain resistance. Designed to enhance the natural beauty of wood.
Varathane 1 gal. Clear Gloss Water-Based Interior Polyurethane (2-Pack) is specially formulated to let wood's natural beauty shine through. High clarity protective coating for indoor wood projects provides a crystal clear finish. Premium polyurethane retains the same clear finish as the day it was applied and will not yellow with time.
Varathane 1 Gal. Clear Satin Ultra Thick 2X Water-Based Floor Polyurethane is an ultra-thick floor finish that allows projects to be completed faster. Formula is 2X thicker and only requires 2 coats instead of the 3-4 coats typically needed. Water-based formula provides advanced self-leveling technology, exceptional scuff, scratch, and stain resistance along with the convenience of soap and water clean-up. Use on all interior wood floors and other surfaces including furniture, doors, trim and more.
Varathane 1 gal. Clear Satin Ultra Thick 2X Water-Based Floor Polyurethane is an ultra-thick floor finish that allows projects to be completed faster. Formula is 2X thicker and only requires 2 coats instead of the 3-4 coats typically needed. Water-based formula provides advanced self-leveling technology, exceptional scuff, scratch and stains resistance along with the convenience of soap and water clean-up. Use on all interior wood floors and other surfaces including furniture, doors, trim and more.