Safe, durable polyurethane with ultra low odor and easy application
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This product may not perform properly if applied below the required temperature. Please check installation instructions on our website. Because this is a water-based product, it may freeze during shipping. For that reason we will not ship over a weekend if temperatures dip below 32 degrees F. If you want us to ship anyway, it will be at your own risk. Please call to arrange with a GBS eco-advisor. 888.727.2101
Made in Vermont, this water-based polyurethane for hardwood flooring provides a durable, non-toxic finish that is long lasting and easy to apply.PolyWhey Floor Finish is a high-performance sealer for new or old wood flooring, trim, stairs, furniture and all millwork.
Vermont Natural Coatings (VNC) PolyWhey Floor Finish can be applied over freshly sanded wood, fully cured paint, as well as water-based finishes. It may be applied over some oil-based finishes if fully cured. Testing is always advised. It provides excellent moisture, chemical and abrasion resistance.It dries very quickly and creates a clear finish that enhances wood grain without yellowing. Recommended three coats of finish. Formulated for foot traffic to resist scuff and black heel marks.
Our special inflation-busting price is far below our other low VOC polyurethanes and with better coverage (500-600 SF vs. 350-450 SF) means a better value for your dollar.Eager to test?Purchase an 8-ounce sample to see if this is the right product for your project.
PolyWhey was developed as a binding agent by the University of Vermont scientists to create environmentally responsible finishes that reduce our carbon footprint. The whey is a natural by-product of the cheese-making process used by Vermont farmers. PolyWhey is a USDA Certified Biobased Preferred Product. By using recycled whey protein, Vermont Natural Coatings eliminates the need for heavy metal driers, toxic co-binders and carcinogenic solvents typically found in wood finishes. It contains no formaldehyde and surpasses every national, regional, state and county air quality regulation.
VNC utilizes this PolyWhey technology in conjunction with Decovery, a plant based resin that offers the durability of oil-based finishes and the advantage of waterborne finishes with none of the disadvantages of either. The resistance to abrasion and moisture of a wood finish is based on the strength of its cross linkers. Polymerized whey protein provides a much stronger cross linking than other wood finishes. VNC PolyWhey Floor Finish utilizes these natural bio-based proteins and resins instead of toxic chemicals found in traditional wood finishes. The result is a longer lasting, beautiful finish that is safe for people, pets and the environment.
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Why We Like It
VNC’s PolyWhey polyurethane performs as good as our other polyurethanes with an ultra-low odor. It’s added benefits are that it can be applied over oil-based stains and finishes, dries very quickly, covers 500-600 SF and costs much less. There are very few USDA Biobased Preferred renewable finishes on the market and in an industry where toxins are the norm, Vermont Natural Coatings has found a ‘Safer Whey.’
Features & benefits
- Non-toxicvery low VOC 56 g/L; no solvents, dyes, biocides or fungicides
- Very low-odordries quickly, non-offensive to installer and occupant
- BiobasedUSDA certified made from a renewable resource, whey protein
- Long-lastingdurable coating protects against scratches, chemicals and water
- Easy-To-Usepaint pad, brush or T-bar; soap and water cleanup
- Versatilefor use on hardwood or softwood flooring, stairs, furniture, moldings, cabinets and millwork. Use on new or old wood surfaces even over oil-based stains or finishe
- Safeeco-friendly for everyone, including pets, plants and those who are chemically sensitive; learn how to test a non-toxic product for tolerance
- Dries quicklyin less than two hours and cures completely in 7 days for normal traffic, allow 14 days for heavy traffic and large pets.
- Excellent spread rate500-600 SF/gallon.
- Beautiful finishavailable in matte, satin or semi-gloss in clear finish that enhances the grain and won’t yellow.
- Excellent priceexcellent value compared to other low VOC polyurethanes
