Coverage Chart
America's Best Varnish Coverage Chart: Recommended Coats
@3wet mils | @3 wet mils | For Exterior | |
High Gloss | 3-4 build coats | 1-2 final coats |
+2 build coats, +1 final coat |
Matte/Satin | 3-5 build coats |
1-2 final coats with Matte finish |
+2 build coats, +1 final coat |
Use gloss for build coats and matte for final coats. This will maintain the grain.