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Why are tinted varnishes more resistant than clear on exterior?

April 26, 2017clear exterior resistant tinted varnishes

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Why are tinted varnishes more resistant than clear on exterior?

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The colorants that are used for tinting provide UV resistance to the varnishes and the wood. In the case of clear varnishes, the UV rays are able to go through and degrade the film of varnish and the superficial layers of the wood.