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Epifanes: Over a Century of Marine Coating Mastery

Epifanes is one of the most storied names in marine finishing, and their complete product lineup reflects more than 120 years of Dutch craftsmanship. Founded in 1902 in the Netherlands by Willem Heeren and his son Albert, the company W. Heeren & Zoon has developed into an internationally recognized market leader in the production of boat paint, primers, clear coats, and other yacht care products. Whether you’re restoring a classic wooden sailboat or maintaining a modern offshore cruiser, Epifanes brings a specialized product for every surface and situation.

A Full System — From Primer to Topcoat

Epifanes offers a wide variety of products designed to meet the unique requirements of yacht and superyacht maintenance, with product lines broadly categorized into varnishes, paints, primers, and thinners. This “full system” philosophy means boaters can build a compatible coating stack from bare substrate all the way to a finished, protected surface — all from a single trusted brand.

• Clear Varnishes: Epifanes Clear Varnish, known around the world, is considered the ultimate in high-gloss finish and is based on tung oil, phenolic-modified alkyd resins, and maximum U.V. absorbers. The varnish forms a transparent amber-colored, gloss-stable protective film with very good weather and UV resistance, and its high elasticity prevents cracking on working wood.
• Woodfinish Gloss: The Epifanes Woodfinish Gloss provides an impeccable finish without the need for sanding between coats, saving time and effort for yacht owners.
• Mono-Urethane & Poly-Urethane Paints: Epifanes’ paint offerings are designed to deliver high-quality finishes that endure the harshest marine environments, with Mono-urethane and Poly-urethane paints known for their high-gloss, abrasion-resistant finish and excellent color retention.
• Primers: The Epifanes Multi Marine Primer is a versatile, high-build primer suitable for various substrates including fiberglass, wood, and metals, while the Epifanes Epoxy Primer offers superior adhesion, corrosion protection, and water resistance.
• Antifouling: Notable among Epifanes’ innovative products is the Epifanes Copper-Cruise, an antifouling paint with advanced self-polishing technology.
• Thinners: 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.

What Sets Epifanes Apart

The brand is synonymous with high quality around the world, thanks to the company’s long history and consistently high quality of its products, which fulfill the specific requirements of the maritime environment — salt water, rough sea conditions, sunlight, and physical stress caused by mooring and unmooring.

Epifanes varnishes and finishes stand out for exceptional durability, superior gloss retention, high resistance to UV rays, fast drying times, and versatility across a variety of surfaces including wood, metal, and fiberglass. From small boats to ultra-modern superyachts, Epifanes offers the best-suited paints and varnishes for all types of climates. If you demand the same finishes trusted by professional yacht yards worldwide, browse the full Epifanes products collection or explore everything from the Epifanes brand page.