Questions and Answers for Varathane 1 qt. Clear Matte Water-Based Interior Polyurethane

A:  Happy to help. Rust-Oleum Varathane Water-Based Polyurethane provides a crystal clear finish even when it's applied to dark colors. -Rust-Oleum Product Support 14

A:  Thank you for reaching out, Nate. Rust-Oleum Varathane Water-Based Polyurethane can be applied to most sound fully dried painted surfaces. Be sure to follow the recoat times of the paint you applied. -Rust-Oleum Product Support 14

A:  Thank you for reaching out, Dave. Rust-Oleum Varathane Water-Based Polyurethane provides great protection for painted interior wooden surfaces. If the bench is outdoors we would not recommend applying as the UV exposure will cause the finish to yellow and haze. Instead, for outdoor surfaces we recommend applying Rust-Oleum Varathane Water-Based Spar Urethane. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Varathane-1-qt-Clear-Matte-Water-Based-Interior-Polyurethane-262074/305587650 -Rust-Oleum Product Support 14

A:  Thank you for reaching out. Yes, Rust-Oleum Varathane Water-Based Polyurethane provides an excellently durable crystal clear top coat for indoor wooden surfaces, making it ideal for protecting cabinets. -Rust-Oleum Product Support 14

A:  Thank you for reaching out, Susan. Yes, Rust-Oleum Varathane Water-Based Polyurethane can be applied to the interior of a dresser. We recommend allowing the polyurethane to fully cure for at least 7 days before exposing it to any clothes. -Rust-Oleum Product Support 14

A:  We appreciate your interest, Julie. Rust-Oleum Varathane Water-Based Ultimate Polyurethane is not suitable for use on countertops. It will not provide lasting results and this is not a food-grade coating. - Rust-Oleum Product Support 3

A:  Happy to clear things up, Chad. Yes, Rust-Oleum Varathane Water-Based Polyurethane can be applied over surfaces that have been previously finished with an oil-based polyurethane. -Rust-Oleum Product Support 14

A:  We appreciate your interest, Melissa! Rust-Oleum Varathane Water-Based Ultimate Polyurethane is not suitable for use on countertop surfaces, as we cannot guarantee lasting results. At this time, we do not offer a clear coating that we can recommend for use on countertops. - Rust-Oleum Product Support 3

A:  Thank you for reaching out, Kim. Rust-Oleum Varathane Water-Based Polyurethane provides an excellent protective top coat that can be used to help protect against any damage. -Rust-Oleum Product Support 14

A:  Thank you for reaching out, Mike. While Rust-Oleum Varathane Water-Based Polyurethane provides a smooth protective finish to interior wooden surfaces, we would not recommend applying to cornhole boards due to the outdoor exposure. Instead, we would recommend our Rust-Oleum Varathane Water-Based Spar Urethane as it provides the same smooth protective properties but can be applied to outdoor surfaces. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Varathane-1-Quart-Clear-Satin-Water-Based-Spar-Urethane-Exterior-Wood-Sealer-2-Pack-250241H/202057149 -Rust-Oleum Product Support 14