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Epoxy Finishing Resin
58.62%
Water Based Polyurethane
27.59%
Oil Based Polyurethane
1.72%
Laquer Based Compound
1.72%
Spar Varnish
0
0%
Oil Based Polyurethane (Cross-Linking)
1.72%
Water Based Polyurethane (Cross-Linking)
3.45%
Other
5.17%
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Oil Poly. vs Water Poly. vs Finishing Resin

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Old 08-28-2020, 04:35 AM
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Is the oil-based Minwax urethane fuel proof? I've heard that the water-based urethanes aren't.

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Old 08-28-2020, 05:25 AM
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Originally Posted by N1EDM
Is the oil-based Minwax urethane fuel proof? I've heard that the water-based urethanes aren't.

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To be honest with you, I don’t know because I always finish overtop with base coat color, automotive clear coat and it is fuel and gas proof.

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Thanks for the info!

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