@metanmarine is a Massachusetts-based company specializing in boat restoration, fiberglass repair, and custom boat building, particularly known for their Metan Classic Collection line of vessels inspired by classic designs like early Boston Whalers and Seacrafts. Their wood finishes refer to the high-quality, long-lasting brightwork treatments applied to wooden elements in these boats, such as mahogany trim and optional teak decking, which enhance the classic aesthetic while providing durability against marine environments.
These finishes are designed for low maintenance, often involving epoxy coatings combined with AWLGRIPS Awlwood and Awlcraft2000 acrylic urethane for a high-gloss, protective layer that resists UV exposure, saltwater, and weathering, allowing easy cleaning with soap and water. Metan emphasizes attention to detail in their wood products, using modern high-tech construction methods to achieve superior results in restoration and new builds, earning awards like "Best of Show." They do not appear to manufacture or sell standalone wood finish products like varnishes or stains; instead, the finishes are an integral part of their boat craftsmanship.
This video displays the wetsanding, buffing and polishing of the final application of Awlgrip Awlcraft2000 or Awlcraft3000 clear coat. Awlcraft 2000 Clear Coat is a two-component, premium polyurethane clearcoat produced by Awlgrip, primarily used in marine applications like yacht and boat finishing to provide a protective, high-gloss layer over basecoats such as Awlcraft SE for enhanced durability, gloss retention, and color protection. It's designed for spray application only, fast-drying to minimize dust entrapment, and easy to apply while delivering long-lasting shine and resistance to environmental factors. The product requires mixing with a converter (typically Awlcat #2 at a 1:1 ratio for clear versions) and reducer (25-40% depending on conditions like temperature or metallic basecoats) to achieve proper viscosity for spraying, often aiming for 11-14 seconds DIN4. It cures to a hard, buffable finish that's repairable, though adding accelerators like Pro-Cure X-98 can speed drying to 2 hours at room temperature.
Maintenance involves regular washing with mild soap like Awlwash to prevent contaminant buildup that could dull the finish, and applying Awlcare Protective Polymer Sealer by hand for gloss preservation—avoid waxes, strong solvents, or trapping moisture against the surface to prevent blistering. Unlike harder original Awlgrip topcoats, Awlcraft 2000 systems (including the clear) are more forgiving for spot repairs and buffing, especially without an additional clear over non-metallic colors, though clears are sometimes used over dark or metallic bases for extra protection in high-wear areas like transoms. It's VOC-compliant in certain formulations and part of Awlgrip's broader lineup, with newer options like Awlcraft 3000 offering similar traits but enhanced color vibrancy
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