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Video and information on applying varnish to finish a boat.

The Art of Varnishing: Wooden Boat Building Tips - Petrel Play SG - E29

Nick applies the final varnish coat to a stitch and glue Petrel Play kit sea kayak. He demonstrates sanding techniques to prep the surface, then applies the final varnish to both the deck and hull. Throughout the process, he shares valuable tips on sanding, varnish application, and achieving a quality finish.

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The Art of Sanding and Varnishing a S&G Kayak - Petrel Play SG - E28

Nick and Bill sand and apply the first coat of varnish to the Petrel sea kayak kit from Chesapeake Light Craft. Nick shares tips on using coarse sandpaper for leveling, custom tools for tight spaces, and efficient varnishing techniques, emphasizing the importance of working quickly and maintaining a wet edge.

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Making a Petrel Play Kayak: Varnishing - E18

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Hi I'm Nick Schade at Guillemot Kayaks, welcome episode number 18 of my series on making the strip built Petrel Play kayak.

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Refinishing Neglected Kayaks

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Making a Petrel Play Kayak: Joining Deck & Hull - Episode 15

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Varnishing Petrel Play

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Getting Smooth, Drip-Free, Varnish Finish

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A Bad Varnish Job

I use my Mystery almost daily. I put in the Poquonock River and paddle out to Pine Island and back. As a result of that an my natural impatience I leave it outside most of the summer. As you may imagine, this is pretty hard on the boat and particularly the varnish.

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