spar varnish

noun

1. a durable, weather-resistant varnish applied to unpainted wooden areas, especially on ships.
2. a varnish made from sulfur, rosin, and linseed oil.

Word History and Origins

Origin of spar varnish¹

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

Spar varnish is the best for this purpose but shellac will answer.

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When linoleum begins to show wear a coat of spar-varnish or carriage varnish will restore it satisfactorily.

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After the dope is on the fabric the surface is protected further by a coat of ordinary spar varnish.

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The one suggested in the drawing has red wheels with the remaining parts of the kiddie kar finished natural with spar varnish.

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It will be necessary to protect it from the weather when not in use and frequently give it a coat of paint or spar varnish.

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