Epifanes Products
The Gold Standard in Marine Coatings
Since 1902, Epifanes has been setting the highest standards of paint quality in beauty, preservation, and performance. For over a century, sailors, boat builders, and yacht owners worldwide have turned to this Dutch brand when nothing less than a flawless, long-lasting finish will do. No other finish is required to look as beautiful, and perform as well, in such an adverse environment as a yacht coating.
A Complete Marine Coating System
Epifanes offers a wide variety of products designed to meet the unique requirements of yacht and superyacht maintenance, with product lines that can be broadly categorized into varnishes, paints, primers, and thinners. Whether you're restoring a classic wooden sailboat, refinishing a fiberglass powerboat, or maintaining a superyacht, there is an Epifanes product engineered for the task.
Varnishes: Depth, Gloss, and UV Protection
The Epifanes varnish line is revered for its exceptional durability, gloss, and UV resistance. Epifanes varnishes are formulated with a blend of tung oil, alkyd resins, and UV-filtering compounds — a combination that not only enhances the natural beauty of wood but also provides robust protection against demanding marine elements, including ultraviolet rays, moisture, and rain.
Choosing the right varnish system depends on your goals and working environment. A one-part varnish dries through contact with air, while a two-part varnish is a chemically drying paint — tougher and stronger, though with more demanding application requirements. An Epifanes system can last for years or even more than a decade when well applied and given regular maintenance.
Topside Paints: Color That Endures
Epifanes offers a variety of one- and two-component pigmented marine coatings in vibrant colors, available for use in applications including topsides exterior and interiors, waterline, and non-skid deck coatings. Mono-urethane and poly-urethane paints are known for their high-gloss, abrasion-resistant finish and excellent color retention.
Epifanes Yacht Enamel is a classic option for interior and exterior use on wood, steel, fiberglass, and aluminum above the waterline, used in conjunction with appropriate primers. For maximum durability, polyurethane yacht coating is a two-component, high-gloss, polyester-saturated aliphatic urethane coating that is scratch resistant and provides excellent outdoor durability and weather resistance.
Primers: The Foundation of a Lasting Finish
The primer range focuses on providing an optimal foundation for subsequent layers of paint or varnish. Epifanes Multi Marine Primer is a versatile, high-build primer suitable for various substrates, including fiberglass, wood, and metals. Epifanes Epoxy Primer offers superior adhesion, corrosion protection, and water resistance. Choosing the right primer for your substrate is just as important as the topcoat — proper preparation is the key to any professional-looking result.
Thinners, Accelerators & Accessories
Epifanes also offers a selection of thinners formulated for use with their paint and varnish products, ensuring smooth application and optimal drying times for a flawless finish. Dedicated thinners are available for one-component and two-component systems — using the correct thinner for each product is essential to achieving the manufacturer's intended results. Additional accessories such as specialty roller covers, accelerators, fillers, and wood stains round out the lineup for a truly complete finish system.
What to Consider When Shopping Epifanes Products
- Substrate compatibility: Different formulas are designed for wood, fiberglass, steel, or aluminum — always verify compatibility before purchasing.
- One-component vs. two-component: Two-part systems offer superior hardness and durability but require careful mixing and application conditions.
- Application method: Brush, roll, and spray formulations differ — choose the thinner and product variant matched to your application technique.
- Number of coats: For long-lasting UV protection, at least 5–6 coats are recommended when building a varnish system from bare wood.
- Indoor vs. outdoor use: Some products, like satin rubbed-effect varnishes, are designed for interiors only, while others include UV filters for exterior exposure.