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product_id: 22190592
title: "Lust Marine Varnish, High Gloss and Matte Finish for Wood, Boats, Outdoor Furniture (High Gloss, Gallon)"
brand: "totalboat"
price: "€ 190.75"
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# Marine-grade durability UV resistant & waterproof Fast drying, multiple coats/day Lust Marine Varnish, High Gloss and Matte Finish for Wood, Boats, Outdoor Furniture (High Gloss, Gallon)

**Brand:** totalboat
**Price:** € 190.75
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚓ Elevate your wood’s story with marine-grade gloss that works as hard as you do!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Lust Marine Varnish, High Gloss and Matte Finish for Wood, Boats, Outdoor Furniture (High Gloss, Gallon) by totalboat
- **How much does it cost?** € 190.75 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ie](https://www.desertcart.ie/products/22190592-lust-marine-varnish-high-gloss-and-matte-finish-for-wood)

## 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

- • **Effortless Application:** Brush, roll, or spray with ease—perfect for busy pros and DIYers alike.
- • **Finish Like a Pro, Fast:** Apply up to 5 coats in one day with no sanding between coats—speed meets perfection.
- • **Show Off That Wood Grain:** Rich amber tone enhances natural wood beauty with a high gloss or matte finish.
- • **Built to Brave the Elements:** Premium flexible polyurethane resists cracking and peeling despite wood expansion and contraction.
- • **Coverage That Goes the Distance:** One gallon covers up to 400 sq. ft., ideal for boats, outdoor furniture, and interior woodwork.

## Overview

TotalBoat Lust Marine Varnish is a high-build, fast-drying, oil-based marine polyurethane finish that delivers a durable, UV-resistant, waterproof coating. Available in high gloss or matte, it enhances wood grain with a warm amber tone and allows multiple coats per day without sanding. Ideal for interior and exterior wood surfaces including boats and outdoor furniture, it offers flexible protection that resists cracking and peeling from temperature changes. Coverage is 360-400 sq. ft. per gallon, making it a professional-grade choice for lasting beauty and performance.

## Description

Lust is the first true one-part marine spar varnish that lets you finish any varnish job faster because you can apply multiple coats in one day - without sanding between coats. It cures to a warm, rich, clear amber tone with a high gloss or matte finish that looks spectacular on all types of interior and exterior marine and household wood, including teak brightwork, toe rails, hand rails, trim, doors, cabinets, outdoor patio furniture, bar tops, tabletops, and more. This marine varnish is truly an exciting innovation because you can recoat Lust in as little as 1 hour at 72 degrees F, ultimately applying up to 5 coats in one day! You can't do that with traditional marine varnishes that require tedious sanding between coats, and that have a thin film build requiring 10 or more coats. There are also marine wood finishes that mimic the look of varnish but are no substitute for the real thing. TotalBoat Lust has a linseed oil modified polyurethane formula for smooth flow-out, and is easy to apply by brushing, rolling, or spraying. Its unique formula also makes Lust flexible when it cures, similar to tung oil varnishes. Flexibility is very important in exterior applications because wood tends to contract and expand with seasonal outdoor temperature and humidity changes. And compared to exterior polyurethane, Lust has stronger UV properties that make it a perfect choice for boat brightwork, teak, household trim, exterior doors, wood sculpture and artwork, and more. Available in a High Gloss Varnish or Matte Varnish finish. Compare to Epifanes Clear Varnish, Wood Finish Matte, Wood Finish Gloss, Pettit Flagship Varnish, Z Spar Captain's Varnish, Minwax Helmsman Spar Urethane, Varathane Spar Varnish, Rust-Oleum Marine Spar Varnish, System Three Clear Marine Spar Urethane Varnish Coating, and Old Masters Spar Marine Varnish. All TotalBoat products provide great value and great results. 100% made in the USA.

Review: I could not be more pleased with Total Boat Lust Marine Varnish - You can see from the pictures I did a rather large area of floor. The standard caution is "never use gloss varnish for floors". Well, I wanted it. I did it. I love it! I could not be happier. I had a very old floor which is pine, so soft and porous, and it had been very ill-used and neglected before we bought the house. It was in bad shape, uneven in color, texture, and not level. Old poly finish worn almost all off and unevenly. Lots of dints and dings in it. I refinished the foyer, hallway, living room and a large adjacent room I have made into a morning room. I wanted the durability and the flexibility of the spar or long varnish. We make a mess - water is always getting on the floor. This stuff is great - looks gorgeous and so easy to keep clean! As for being slippery - yes it is, but no more so than a polished marble floor. I have nearly broken my neck on those. We have a no shoes in the house rule so barefeet, socks or slippers are not really a slip problem. I also refinished an antique florentine coffee table and an antique desk. The desk was in very bad shape and I was not sure if I could fix it - broken and chopped mahogany veneer, roughed up surfaces. A mess. Well, it looks like new! I never imagined I could get it to look like this. I am so pleased - and did I say durable - waterproof - my dream come true. P.S. I noticed some reviews that said it was hard to work with and other stuff. II did a big, messed up floor! With a heavy weight t-bar and by hand edging. That was hard! but look at the results. It is work, but that is varnish. Varnishes are thick and I had long fry times because where I live it never stops raining. It comes down to elbow grease, patience, technique, and using the right tools and products. I only used total boat thinner with it, and total boat primer. It is important to use the manufacturers products because every varnish is unique. So, use the right things, patience, and practice - it is all about technique. Thanks so much!
Review: Safe for Ponds & Pets!! Best Sealer Ever!!! - I bought a supposedly varnished bridge online, after 2 rain storms it leached chemicals into my koi pond and looked like garbage. I am a super newbie at this whole wood finishing thing. So, I searched everywhere for an environmentally safe varnish or sealer that wont drip chemicals into my pond- THIS IS IT!! In both before and after pictures, you can see the beauty of this candy coating (I used Amber High Gloss). Since I was pressed for time, I did NOT sand this, re-stain it, scrape it, or anything! I literally took the 5ft bridge on the left with a paint brush and a pint of this High Gloss Lust Boat sealer and this was the result! I did NOT thin this product or alter it in anyway, it goes on like painting with honey & I slathered it on thick! I used the entire pint in 1 day, and did a total of 3 full coats on the bottom & 3 full coats on the top (pictured) Taking a total of 7hrs in the month of May down in sunny Naples (very south) Florida. Even as thick as I laid it down, it was dry and ready to go again in 1.5hrs per coat with minimal fumes. I was amazed that it filled in the claw marks from cats using the bridge as a scratching post. It revived all the yellow water stains, and other imperfections- no buffing, no sanding, no scraping- NO PREP WORK! JUST BEAUTIFUL COVERAGE (for a great price)!!!

## Features

- MARINE GRADE VARNISH imparts a rich, clear amber tone that enhances wood grain; creates a durable, uv resistant, waterproof finish that won't fade; ideal for interior and exterior wood, brightwork on boats & outdoor furniture
- CLASSIC SPAR VARNISH WITH A MODERN TWIST: High-build, fast-drying formula allows rapid recoating, multiple coats per day and no sanding between coats; sand lightly before the final coat - be done in a little over 1 day
- FLEXIBLE COATING WON'T CRACK OR PEEL: Premium, oil-based marine polyurethane finish is not damaged when wood expands and contracts with changes in temperature; perfect for all types of wood
- EASY TO APPLY by brushing, rolling or spraying; For a high gloss varnish finish apply 6-8 coats of Lust Gloss; for a smooth satin finish, build with coats of Lust gloss varnish; use Lust Matte for the finish coats
- AVAILABLE IN HIGH GLOSS OR MATTE FINISH in Pint, Quart and Gallon sizes; Thinner: TotalBoat Special Brushing Thinner 100 (brushing/rolling) or TotalBoat Spray Thinner 101 (spraying); Coverage: 360-400 sq. ft./gallon

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01436UUXI |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #48,120 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #51 in Household Polyurethanes, Shellac & Varnish |
| Color | High Gloss |
| Coverage | 360-400 sq ft/gallon |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (1,334) |
| Date First Available | January 10, 2016 |
| Finish | Ultra-High Gloss or Matte |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00811932021656 |
| Included Components | Varnish |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Form | Liquid |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 8.4 pounds |
| Item model number | 486490 |
| Manufacturer | TotalBoat |
| Part Number | 486490 |
| Size | Gallon |
| UPC | 811932021656 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** TotalBoat
- **Finish Type:** Ultra-High Gloss or Matte
- **Liquid Volume:** 1 Liters
- **Material:** Resin
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Exterior, Interior

## Images

![Lust Marine Varnish, High Gloss and Matte Finish for Wood, Boats, Outdoor Furniture (High Gloss, Gallon) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71bd47cV17L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is the matte finish truly matte or does it have some degree of sheen?**
A: Good Afternoon, this is a true matte finish, you do need to stir thoroughly to mix the flattening agent. Thank you.

**Q: Can I use mineral spirits to thin for brush application instead of xylene? I read that it's thick and I have mineral spirits on hand.**
A: I used mineral spirits with no problem, dry time was slightly longer but no noticeable issues in my opinion (I am not a professional or the producer)

**Q: Has anyone used this on exterior log posts on a log home?  Will it peel off later?**
A: I have used this product on a wood cabinet on a boat. I placed 8 coats of this varnish on the cabinet. The varnish is holding up very well. It is not peeling during the last 3 months.

**Q: How well would it cover dry oil paint?**
A: I don't know.  I think the condition of the paint would matter.  Smooth, rough, cracked, peeling.  I would contact the manufacturer customer service.  I had some questions when doing my project and found them very helpful.  I put the varnish on over their marine epoxy, which was over oil paint and had no trouble with it.  Again, their customer service is a better source of info.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I could not be more pleased with Total Boat Lust Marine Varnish
*by C***E on June 1, 2021*

You can see from the pictures I did a rather large area of floor. The standard caution is "never use gloss varnish for floors". Well, I wanted it. I did it. I love it! I could not be happier. I had a very old floor which is pine, so soft and porous, and it had been very ill-used and neglected before we bought the house. It was in bad shape, uneven in color, texture, and not level. Old poly finish worn almost all off and unevenly. Lots of dints and dings in it. I refinished the foyer, hallway, living room and a large adjacent room I have made into a morning room. I wanted the durability and the flexibility of the spar or long varnish. We make a mess - water is always getting on the floor. This stuff is great - looks gorgeous and so easy to keep clean! As for being slippery - yes it is, but no more so than a polished marble floor. I have nearly broken my neck on those. We have a no shoes in the house rule so barefeet, socks or slippers are not really a slip problem. I also refinished an antique florentine coffee table and an antique desk. The desk was in very bad shape and I was not sure if I could fix it - broken and chopped mahogany veneer, roughed up surfaces. A mess. Well, it looks like new! I never imagined I could get it to look like this. I am so pleased - and did I say durable - waterproof - my dream come true. P.S. I noticed some reviews that said it was hard to work with and other stuff. II did a big, messed up floor! With a heavy weight t-bar and by hand edging. That was hard! but look at the results. It is work, but that is varnish. Varnishes are thick and I had long fry times because where I live it never stops raining. It comes down to elbow grease, patience, technique, and using the right tools and products. I only used total boat thinner with it, and total boat primer. It is important to use the manufacturers products because every varnish is unique. So, use the right things, patience, and practice - it is all about technique. Thanks so much!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Safe for Ponds & Pets!! Best Sealer Ever!!!
*by I***H on May 13, 2025*

I bought a supposedly varnished bridge online, after 2 rain storms it leached chemicals into my koi pond and looked like garbage. I am a super newbie at this whole wood finishing thing. So, I searched everywhere for an environmentally safe varnish or sealer that wont drip chemicals into my pond- THIS IS IT!! In both before and after pictures, you can see the beauty of this candy coating (I used Amber High Gloss). Since I was pressed for time, I did NOT sand this, re-stain it, scrape it, or anything! I literally took the 5ft bridge on the left with a paint brush and a pint of this High Gloss Lust Boat sealer and this was the result! I did NOT thin this product or alter it in anyway, it goes on like painting with honey & I slathered it on thick! I used the entire pint in 1 day, and did a total of 3 full coats on the bottom & 3 full coats on the top (pictured) Taking a total of 7hrs in the month of May down in sunny Naples (very south) Florida. Even as thick as I laid it down, it was dry and ready to go again in 1.5hrs per coat with minimal fumes. I was amazed that it filled in the claw marks from cats using the bridge as a scratching post. It revived all the yellow water stains, and other imperfections- no buffing, no sanding, no scraping- NO PREP WORK! JUST BEAUTIFUL COVERAGE (for a great price)!!!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A rich color, multiple coats a day and the same old adage.. preparation is 90% of the job
*by P***E on November 26, 2023*

First, I'm an amateur, but I believe in trying your best. 6 years ago I grew so dissatisfied with the builders of my front door and their finish.. I threw caution to the wind and sanded and put 13 coats of Epifanes Clear Varnish on it. It still looks great today but a couple areas are checking and the varnish has cracked. The drawback.. each coat takes a day to cure. So for 2 weeks.. i sanded, vacuumed, tack clothed and then put another coat on. This LUST varnish.. accelerates my projects greatly. I can't speak yet to durability.. but Jamestown who I routinely get my products from wouldn't sell it and you wouldn't have as many happy customers if it failed miserably. So i come to my preparation and what works for me. #1, sand to bare wood and remove all old finish. #2, use west systems special clear epoxy and put on 3 coats. You might wipe your wood with acetone before applying to remove oils, I did before applying to teak. On #2 you might put on 1 coat, then lightly sand then apply 2 more.. with this expoxy you can apply 2, maybe 3 coats in a day without sanding between. #3, sand with 120 grit, blow with a compressor and tack cloth. #4, apply this varish. I used 10% thinning with a high quality mineral spirit. I applied 2 coats via rolling with a foam roller and tipping it with a disposable foam brush. I also sprayed 2 coats with a graco sprayer (again thinned out 10% with mineral spirits). To be honest I think the foam roller is better and that's how I did and will redo my front door. Update Oct 13 2024 I sanded my front door and got to bear wood on the cyprus. I applied 3 Coats a west systems clear 207 apoxy. And I have now applied 8 Coats of this product in 2 days. I highly recommend it see pictures. Again, I sent it out ten percent when applying the varnish, and with 3/8 knap roller and tipped with a large foam tip brush.

## Frequently Bought Together

- TotalBoat-486490 Lust Marine Varnish, High Gloss and Matte Finish for Wood, Boats, Outdoor Furniture (High Gloss, Gallon)
- TotalBoat Special Brushing Thinner 100 (Quart)
- TotalBoat Wood Sealer - Marine Grade Sanding Sealer and Pre Varnish Primer for Boats and Wood (Gallon)

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