A good varnish should enhance and protect the natural beauty of the wood. Most wood varnishes are designed to protect against man-made damage such as oil, detergent and alcohol spills. However, varnishes designed for boats and yachts must also protect against the elements of nature: wind, rain and the sun's UV rays, which weaken exposed surfaces. The color pigments in paint products provide some protection. However, the color pigments in clear varnishes do not. However, clear varnishes do not contain pigments. Wood treatment products and boat varnishes provide additional protection in other ways.
A good varnish should enhance and protect the natural beauty of the wood. Most wood varnishes are designed to protect against man-made damage such as oil, detergent and alcohol spills. However, varnishes designed for boats and yachts must also protect against the elements of nature: wind, rain and the sun's UV rays, which weaken exposed surfaces. The color pigments in paint products provide some protection. However, the color pigments in clear varnishes do not. However, clear varnishes do not contain pigments. Wood treatment products and boat varnishes provide additional protection in other ways.