Manns Extra Tough Floor Varnish
- Gloss
- High Gloss
- Matt
- Satin
- 100ml Sample
- 1L
- 5L
- Gloss
- High Gloss
- Matt
- Satin
- 100ml Sample
- 1L
- 5L
- Single-component, quick-drying polyurethane varnish for interior wooden floors
- Antibacterial qualities make it safe for nurseries and play areas
- Enriches the natural beauty and character of wood
- Drying time: 2 hours
- Coverage: 10 m2
- Coats: 2-3
- Coats: 3
Manns Extra Tough Floor Varnish is a superior choice for all interior wooden floors. A clear, non-yellowing, anti-bacterial polyurethane varnish originally designed for flooring but can be used throughout the home on wooden surfaces as well as painted surfaces and porous substrates such as exposed interior brickwork.
Can be applied directly water-based and solvent-based wood stains for more character and depth in the wood.
- See Manns Extra Tough Interior Varnish for smaller areas such as furniture and shelving
- Try Manns Extra Tough Door Varnish for the ultimate finish for internal doors and architrave
For the best results, ensure that surfaces painted are clean, dry and free of dirt, dust and grease.
The general advice with Manns Extra Tough Floor Varnish is to sand all previous coatings back to bare wood and start fresh but some of our customers have applied this product over clean, sound existing finishes such as old varnish and paint with just a light sand for a key and have had positive results. A test area would always be recommended before going down this route.
- All flaking and unsound finishes must be completely removed back to bare wood
- New wood should still be lightly sanded and wiped down with methylated spirits to remove any dust and debris
- Fill any gaps or splits in the wood with a suitable filler
- Apply a suitable, compatible wood stain if required
- Apply a priming coat with either Manns Extra Tough Primer or Manns Trade Intense Primer
Primers aid adhesion of the varnish to the wooden flooring, ensure any moisture is locked in the wood and doesn't affect the final finish and offers a cost saving on larger areas of flooring versus an extra coat of Manns Extra Tough Floor Varnish.
Always try a test area before starting any project to assess compatibility of the final finish. Follow the manufacturer's instructions on the tin at all times. Allow good ventilation in the drying phase.
- Stir thoroughly before and during use
- Best application method is with a roller or paint brush and decanting the wood floor varnish into an appropriate container, such as a paint tray
- Apply in manageable sections, always going with the grain of the wood
- Allow 2 hours between coats to dry
- De-nib the surface area with p150-p180 sandpaper or rotary sanding machine and ensure all dust is removed with a vacuum
- Apply a second coat in the same manner as the first
- If required, de-nib as before and apply a third coat
- Allow 3 days to cure before furniture and rugs are place back in the space decorated, full strength and cure will be achieved after 5 days
General cleaning of all treated surfaces can be done with Manns Anti-Bacterial Cleaner Spray.
When it's time for a refresh, simply apply a fresh coat of Manns Extra Tough Floor Varnish as required, following the Preparation and Application instructions above.