--- product_id: 259896780 title: "TotalBoat Halcyon Gloss Marine Varnish Quart" brand: "totalboat" price: "$321.41" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Total Boat" url: https://www.desertcart.ec/products/259896780-totalboat-halcyon-gloss-marine-varnish-quart store_origin: EC region: Ecuador --- # Dries ultra-fast, 5 coats/day Low-VOC, eco-friendly water-based Superior UV & scratch resistance TotalBoat Halcyon Gloss Marine Varnish Quart **Brand:** totalboat **Price:** $321.41 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ✨ Elevate your woodwork with gloss that works as fast as you do! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** TotalBoat Halcyon Gloss Marine Varnish Quart by totalboat - **How much does it cost?** $321.41 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ec](https://www.desertcart.ec/products/259896780-totalboat-halcyon-gloss-marine-varnish-quart) ## Best For - totalboat enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted totalboat brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Eco-Smart & User-Friendly:** Low-VOC, water-based formula with almost no odor and easy soap-and-water cleanup. - • **Finish in Hours, Not Days:** Recoat in as little as 1 hour and apply up to 5 coats in one day without sanding. - • **Versatile Clarity Options:** Choose classic amber warmth or ultra-clear gloss to enhance any wood grain beautifully. - • **Perfect Pour Pak Packaging:** Resealable, mess-free bag prevents waste and keeps varnish fresh for next use. - • **Gloss That Lasts & Protects:** Hard, glossy finish with excellent UV protection and abrasion resistance for enduring brightwork. ## Overview TotalBoat Halcyon Gloss Marine Varnish is a fast-drying, water-based acrylic/polyurethane finish designed for interior and exterior wood above the waterline. It delivers a durable, high-gloss finish with superior UV and abrasion resistance, allowing up to 5 coats per day without sanding. Its low-VOC, low-odor formula ensures a safer, eco-friendly application, while the innovative resealable Pour Pak packaging minimizes waste and mess. Available in clear amber or ultra-clear gloss, it enhances wood grain with lasting clarity and depth. ## Description TotalBoat Halcyon Marine Gloss Varnishes are very easy to use and produce a classic, glossy finish now available in clear light amber and ultra-clear formulas.Halcyon dries to a clear finish, with a slight amber tone that has the beauty of a traditional marine spar varnish, but with greater clarity, abrasion resistance, and UV protection. It accentuates the natural wood grain, and won't turn cloudy or hazy, even with multiple coats. The more coats you apply, the richer and warmer the clear amber finish.Halcyon Clear cures to a glossy finish that imparts a natural, clear tone that won't discolor lighter woods, or muddy the grain of darker woods. It enhances the wood grain, and won't leave it stale and dimensionless, unlike other clear finishes.This one-part wonder needs no mixing-just pour it out of the bag and it's ready to use. Whether applied by brush, roller, or spraying, Halcyon's forgiving, water-based formula flows smoothly, lays down evenly, and dries incredibly fast so you can finish varnishing in hours, not days or weeks. Recoat in as little as 1 hour, and apply up to 5 coats in 1 day, without tedious sanding between coats.In addition to long-lasting gloss, superior UV protection, and finish life, Halcyon varnishes feature eco-friendly, user-friendly formulas. With almost no odor, and an extremely low VOC rating of less than 75 grams per liter, choosing Halcyon limits your exposure to harmful volatile organic compounds, creating a safer and healthier work environment. When you're done, cleanup is easy with just a little soap and water.Halcyon varnishes come in a unique Pour Pak bag, which makes them easy to pour, and prevents messy drips. The bag is also resealable, so there's no skinning over, nothing gets wasted, and it's ready to use next time. All TotalBoat products are developed for boaters by boaters, to provide great value and great results. We know what works and what doesn't. 100% made in the USA. Review: Simple application process and easy cleanup - I used the amber tinted product on an old porch swing. The swing was extremely weathered and I was not expecting perfection upon completing the project. I researched products that would provide a quality finish and reduce the amount of time to complete the project - TotalBoat fit the criteria. After sanding the swing and wiping down the wood, I began applying the varnish with a brush at 11 AM - in my garage which was at 55 degrees Fahrenheit. I started varnishing the back and worked my way to the front. By the time I finished the 1st coat on the front, the back was dry enough to begin applying the 2nd coat. Each subsequent coat took a little longer to dry than the coat before it. Some reviewers have claimed that the product dries too quickly in moderate heat - given how quickly it dried at 55 degrees, I can see how it might be challenging to apply in warm or breezy weather. I finished applying the 5th and final coat at 4:15 PM - total time to complete, 5 hours and 15 minutes. The cleanup process was very simple - my brush was easily cleaned with water (no soap needed). The swing looks great and WAY BETTER than I imagined it would look when I first placed the swing in the garage at the start of the project. I rated durability at 5-stars for now and will validate/update the rating after a few seasons of weathering. Review: Good finish - Left a good finish on the wood ## Features - Durable marine varnish cures to a hard, glossy finish for beautiful, longer-lasting brightwork that's easy to clean and maintain. Dries extremely fast so you can finish fast. Apply up to 5 coats in one day, without sanding between coats. The more coats you apply, the greater the clarity, depth, and gloss. - Excellent adhesion and flexibility allow wood to expand and contract naturally. Offers excellent UV protection and maximum abrasion & scratch resistance. For interior and exterior use above the waterline. - Easy-to-use, low-VOC, water-based formula has no harsh fumes and cleans up easily with soap and water. Convenient, resealable Pour Pak packaging makes varnishes easy to store and pour. No mess. No skinning over in the bag. No wasted product. - Compatible with other 1- or 2-component solvent-based and non-solvent based varnishes. - Available in Halcyon (clear amber gloss) and Halcyon Clear (clear gloss) formulas. Sizes: Pint and Quart. Coverage: 40-50 sq. ft./pint; 80-100 sq. ft./quart. Note: Halcyon varnishes are a milky-white color right out of the bag, but cure to a clear or clear amber color, depending on the formula. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07F3GLLMY | | Brand | TotalBoat | | Brand Name | TotalBoat | | Compatible Material | Wood | | Coverage | 80-100 sq. ft./quart | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 149 Reviews | | Finish Types | Gloss | | Finish type | Gloss | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00811932023834 | | Item Form | Liquid | | Item form | Liquid | | Liquid Volume | 1 Quarts | | Liquid volume | 1 Quarts | | Manufacturer | Jamestown Distributors | | Manufacturer Part Number | 513021 | | Material | Water-based Acrylic/Polyurethane | | Material Type | Water-based Acrylic/Polyurethane | | Recommended Uses For Product | packaging | | Recommended uses for product | packaging | | UPC | 811932023834 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** TotalBoat - **Finish type:** Gloss - **Compatible material:** Wood - **Recommended uses for product:** packaging - **Liquid volume:** 1 Quarts ## Images ![TotalBoat Halcyon Gloss Marine Varnish Quart - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61llAov-UGL.jpg) ![TotalBoat Halcyon Gloss Marine Varnish Quart - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81637SO-YuL.jpg) ![TotalBoat Halcyon Gloss Marine Varnish Quart - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91bNLvrmouL.jpg) ![TotalBoat Halcyon Gloss Marine Varnish Quart - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Gd0v0ItuL.jpg) ![TotalBoat Halcyon Gloss Marine Varnish Quart - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81-0ymsStCL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can this product provide a durable non- yellowing finish in white painted kitchen cabibets? Ive had to strip and refinish them twice in 5 years and g** A: As a professional painter. the thinner paint film with Halcyon and it's high gloss will show EVERY flaw and defect of the wood grain cabinets. And it may not hold up well to frequent cleanings using normal kitchen and bath cleaning products. Unless you prep the cabinets PERFECTLY it will glaringly show any flaws. Better off using a very high quality Satin, Semi-gloss or hi-gloss kitchen and bath paint (acrylic-not polyurethane) from a reputable paint company like Benjamin Moore, Sherwin Williams, Pratt and Lambert, etc. You will get a thicker cured paint film that will withstand years of cleaning and be less likely to chip as it retains its' flexibility to expand and contract with temp. changes. These paints are also much more forgiving in covering up flaws in the substrate. Be sure to pre-prime with a sandable primer to get a flawless finish prior to top coating. After priming, sand carefully with 220 to 400 grit and wipe thoroughly with damp microfiber cloth to remove sanding dust. Stay away from any product that claims to be primer and paint in one. Use a high quality mini 1 inch diam x 4 inch wide roller (fiber cover..NOT FOAM) and high quality brush (Purdy or Wooster). Can also spray finish but remember meticulous prime coat and prep sanding are the key to any perfect top coat result. **Q: How do you remove this product, it's peeling on my wood bench?** A: I use Bix to strip it off when it peels. **Q: Can I use this as a top coat for total boat makerpoxy? Used the makerpoxy for an exterior bar top.** A: I'm confident that it can be applied, but don't know if it the best product. You should contact TotalBoat. **Q: can you apply this over oil-based stains?** A: Hello, generally speaking yes, but it is always a good idea to do a small test area first to make sure there are no compatibility issues. Make sure the stain is fully cured before overcoating. One stain we do know there are issues with is the Minwax brand. You cannot overcoat this stain with any varnish because of the wax it contains, that prevents anything from adhering to it properly. Thank you. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Simple application process and easy cleanup *by F***K on 4 February 2024* I used the amber tinted product on an old porch swing. The swing was extremely weathered and I was not expecting perfection upon completing the project. I researched products that would provide a quality finish and reduce the amount of time to complete the project - TotalBoat fit the criteria. After sanding the swing and wiping down the wood, I began applying the varnish with a brush at 11 AM - in my garage which was at 55 degrees Fahrenheit. I started varnishing the back and worked my way to the front. By the time I finished the 1st coat on the front, the back was dry enough to begin applying the 2nd coat. Each subsequent coat took a little longer to dry than the coat before it. Some reviewers have claimed that the product dries too quickly in moderate heat - given how quickly it dried at 55 degrees, I can see how it might be challenging to apply in warm or breezy weather. I finished applying the 5th and final coat at 4:15 PM - total time to complete, 5 hours and 15 minutes. The cleanup process was very simple - my brush was easily cleaned with water (no soap needed). The swing looks great and WAY BETTER than I imagined it would look when I first placed the swing in the garage at the start of the project. I rated durability at 5-stars for now and will validate/update the rating after a few seasons of weathering. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good finish *by D***S on 5 February 2025* Left a good finish on the wood ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great varnish - Great packaging! *by C***4 on 21 November 2020* This is my first time using this product so I can't yet truthfully rate it for durability but the Amber gloss finish looks fantastic on the western red cedar Adirondack chairs I built. I used a Earlex HVLP sprayer to apply the finish without thinning as was recommended to me but I will probably experiment with thinning next time as the coats went on a little thicker than I like. This varnish is very easy to use, dries fast, and cleans up with soap and water. Whoever designed the packaging deserves an award! The bags are so much more convenient. You can squeeze the air out of the bag when you seal it up and don't have to worry about the contents skinning over in the container and there is less bulk to throw away when you're finished. I wish other paint manufacturers would start using bags! ## Frequently Bought Together - TotalBoat-513021 Halcyon Marine Varnish (Clear Amber, Quart) | Water-Based Polyurethane Wood Finish | Clear Gloss UV Protection for Interior and Outdoor Use - Pro Grade, Paint Brushes, 5-Piece, Paint Brush Set: Flat & Angle Brushes for Latex and Oil Paints, Stains, Interior & Exterior Home Improvement - TotalBoat Wood Sealer - Marine Grade Sanding Sealer and Pre Varnish Primer for Boats and Wood (Quart) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ec/products/259896780-totalboat-halcyon-gloss-marine-varnish-quart](https://www.desertcart.ec/products/259896780-totalboat-halcyon-gloss-marine-varnish-quart) --- *Product available on Desertcart Ecuador* *Store origin: EC* *Last updated: 2026-07-10*