hand applied gel varnish

[AndyBoyd]

I am in shock, but let me back track a little. I worked in the states for a while and whilst there discovered Bartley Gel Varnish - Satin. It's wonderfully easy to apply and lasts a long time in the tin. Upon returning to Europe I found a hardware store in Philidelphia, Killians, who would ship it to me, which they did 3 times over the last 12 years
So as I was running low I ordered another 4 pints, but to my horror, they now say USPS won't ship flammable items.........

So can anyone recommend me a clear Gel Varnish, satin finish, to be hand applied, that I can swap my allegancies to on this side of the pond

heres hoping guys as I am mid project

 

[Woodfinish Man]

The only gel like varnish/finish I've come across is called Patina made by Langlow Chemicals. It finishes to a satin appearance and was really nice to use, it went on very well.

Good luck

 

[marcros]

will USPS ship it? Or is surface mail an option?

 

[Woodfinish Man]

It's Harmful and has the dead fish on it (dangerous for the environment) so no exporting unfortunately. A UK address would be no problem at all.

 

[AndyBoyd]

some US base friends have found a FEDEX flammable good courier service, which is not too expensive so i will stock up

thanks for the replies though much appreciated

 

[Woodfinish Man]

That's really good to know. We've had 'our fingers burnt' too many times trying to export our polishes and other flammable products. The worst one was to China which cost £400 (twice the value of the goods!) and then the authorities at Beijing airport wouldn't release it unless payment was made..it wasn't and the goods were destroyed! I vowed never again.

Maybe we can now....

 

[AndyBoyd]

I'll keep you posted

 

[Woodfinish Man]

Please do.

Many thanks
Ian