Rust-Oleum Varathane 200161H 1/2-Pint Interior Crystal Clear Water-Based Polyurethane, Water-Based Semi-Gloss Finish

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Easy Application

Customers have overwhelmingly positive feedback about the easy application of this water-based polyurethane, praising its smooth flow and ease of cleanup with soap and water. Some users suggest taking time to apply multiple layers with proper drying in between for best results. A few customers shared their success stories using it on various surfaces including wood furniture, doors, and even a bathroom floor after multiple failed attempts with other products.

Quality Finish

Customers are generally very satisfied with the quality finish of Rust-Oleum Varathane 200161H Water-Based Polyurethane, praising its smooth and professional look, ease of use, and durability. Some customers noted that it requires multiple coats for optimal results and that it's a bit more expensive than oil-based alternatives but worth the investment for those seeking a water-based finish with less odor and easier clean up.

Drying Speed

Customers generally praise the quick drying time of Rust-Oleum Varathane's water-based polyurethane, making it a convenient choice for those in need of a fast turnaround. However, some users have noted that proper handling is necessary to prevent issues with the product arriving damaged and leaking.

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Quality

Despite that, the product itself works great, and i’d still recommend it for anyone looking for a quality finish.

I’m really happy with the quality of the polyurethane.

The finish after 3 coats still looks like no finish.

Then stain, and sanding i thought i'm done ( it was 10 doors), well no i wasn't.

Shipping

Dried quickly and was able to get away with waiting 1 hour between coats.

Packaging/appearance

Thankfully, there was still enough product to finish my project, but the packaging could have been better.

Was packaged in a plastic bag and i guess it got tossed around a bit.

Competitiveness

I used another type of poly finish and there's no comparison between the two.

Also theirs 3x thick one, same brand which i would've preferred due to the fact you only need 1 coat vs 3 of this thinner one.

Overview

How are reviewers describing this item?
great, easy, good, quality and smooth.

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Our engine has detected that Amazon has altered, modified or removed reviews from this listing. We approximate total reviews altered up to 221.

Previous analysis of this listing was an C grade.

Our engine has discovered that over 80% high quality reviews are present.

This product had a total of 6,806 reviews as of our last analysis date on Sep 26 2024.