Top 10 parquet lacquers

Parquet is a noble floor covering, always characterized by a beautiful look and timeless style. But parquet board, to maintain beauty and protection, requires coating in the form of varnish applied on top in several layers. We conducted a study and present a rating of the best parquet lacquers, compiled on the basis of an analysis of the characteristics of products and feedback from those who tried them. The material will help you choose a lacquer that is optimal in price and quality to protect the new parquet or the restoration of the old after sanding.

How to choose parquet lacquer

Before ranking the best varnishes, we will briefly review tips on choosing a product so that the claimed benefits are clear. The upper transparent coating for parquet is chosen based on the following characteristics:

1. The foundation. The main substance of which the varnish is made. There are several types: water (dries quickly), polyurethane (high adhesion, wear resistance), with acidic hardeners (wood pattern is better shown), alkyd (beautiful, but erased faster).
2. Smell. There is a pronounced chemical smell in polyurethane and acid hardeners. If the parquet is repaired in the summer, then after keeping the windows open for a couple of days, the problem is solved. But when covering in the winter, where temperature differences are unacceptable, water-based varnish is chosen.
3. Drying time. Affects the process of applying multiple layers and commissioning of the premises. Varies from 3 to 24 hours, and the final hardness can occur in 5-14 days.
4. Chromaticity. Parquet lacquers are completely transparent, while others give a yellow or amber color that changes the tone of the wood.
5. The degree of brilliance. After drying, the substance appears as a silky-matte, semi-gloss, glossy, semi-gloss, matte.
6. Resistance to mechanical stress. According to the degree of abrasion, varnishes are divided into rooms with low traffic (bedrooms, hall), medium (corridor, kitchen) and high (dance halls, bars, conference rooms).
7. Combustibility. There are products that do not support combustion, while others are able to ignite after drying in the presence of near fire.
8. Application Method. The coating is applied with a brush, roller or spray, but some species are so capricious that they can only support one particular method, otherwise they will leave stains and the surface will wrinkle.

Top parquet varnishes

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price per liter
Top parquet varnishes	1	TIKKURILA Euro Kiri	605 ₽
	2	Düfa PREMIUM PU PARQUET LAQUER D333	522 ₽
	3	Parade Professional L50 Aqua Parquet	775 ₽
	4	3V3 Vitrificateur Protection	650 ₽
	5	Tikkurila Unica Super	929 ₽
	6	Tikkurila Taika Glow	4 399 ₽
	7	Dulux Celco Yacht 90	850 ₽
	8	Eurotex Premium Rogneda	440 ₽
	9	Luxens Extra Strength	680 ₽
	10	Tex Profi Aqua	175 ₽

Keeping in mind the characteristics of the parquet lacquer, we turn to the rating of the best, in which experts rated certain characteristics, and users confirmed their quality and service life in reviews.

TIKKURILA Euro Kiri

Rating: 4.9

First place in the ranking is parquet lacquer Finnish manufacturer. Means for flooring can be purchased in packaging of 1, 2.7 and 9 liters. This is a one-component varnish with an alkyd-urethane base that needs dilution with a solvent before use.When applied in several layers, it forms a reliable protective coating for parquet, and also levels the surface. Caring for varnish is allowed with conventional detergents. The product is completely transparent and transmits wood pattern, but it can be tinted up to 30 tones, for which the manufacturer provides a table on the official website.

We brought parquet lacquer to the rating due to the high ecological purity of the product, which is confirmed by the presence of a certificate. It consists of components of natural wood resin. Another substance has an excellent transparency and does not turn yellow with time, which is confirmed by users with their feedback.

Düfa PREMIUM PU PARQUET LAQUER D333

Rating: 4.8

Second place in the ranking is a product from the German company Dufa. Parquet protection is produced on a polyurethane basis and is diluted with water. One-component substance has a glossy shine after drying, which occurs within 12 hours. Masters in the reviews are divided that the varnish is applied equally well as a spray gun, and a roller. Goods are sold in a small tank of 0.75 and 2.5 liters. When coating varnish evenly spreads over the surface and does not form stains.

In our opinion, parquet lacquer from this manufacturer has earned a place in the ranking of the best because of its durability. The tool is designed for rooms with high traffic and will last a long time. The lacquer structure is capable of resisting solid objects and maintaining integrity. Another product is characterized by the presence of protection from UV rays, so a direct hit by the sun through the open window will not do any harm that the owners like in the reviews.

Parade Professional L50 Aqua Parquet

Rating: 4.8

The third place in the ranking is occupied by parquet lacquer, produced in Russia, but from imported materials. The basis is acrylic-urethane copolymer, incorporated in the form of an aqueous dispersion. In terms of gloss, the company offers this product with three effects: matte, semi-matte and glossy. The coating on the floor is completely transparent and tolerates exposure to detergents. If you accidentally spill water, the varnish will not let it go to the board. Users in the reviews recommend diluting the varnish with water 1: 1 for the primer, and then applying two layers to make the parquet look great.

Our experts included the product in the ranking of the best because of the short drying time. At a temperature of 20 degrees to tack off the surface is not taken after an hour. Grinding can be done after 6 hours, and walking on the parquet is allowed after 12 hours, and this at a humidity of 70%. Other varnishes need a drier climate of 50% and it is possible to walk on them after only 24 hours. The rejection of the structure occurs after 5 days, which also exceeds analogous indicators at least twice.

3V3 Vitrificateur Protection

Rating: 4.7

In fourth place in the ranking of the goods of the French manufacturer. This is a combined product of acrylic and polyurethane.This combination provides increased wear resistance and elasticity to resist cracking from hitting with hard objects or moving furniture. Parquet lacquer is accompanied by the Eco Label certificate and is recommended for residential premises and children's institutions. Suitable for all types of wood. There are no solvents in it, so for work it is not necessary to open all windows wide open. Users in the reviews say that the varnish perfectly falls even on the old layer of another coating, if you want to refresh it and remove scratches.

We added parquet lacquer to the rating as the most non-slippery. The combined composition of acrylic and polyurethane gives a surface with good adhesion with both home and street shoes. This increases safety, which is especially suitable where there are children and the elderly.

Tikkurila Unica Super

Rating: 4.7

This is another product rating from the Finnish manufacturer. One-component parquet lacquer containing alkyd resin with urethane. For dilution to the desired consistency is used solvent. Inside the varnish contains components that slow down the action of the ultraviolet. The coating remains transparent and does not turn yellow. This product is environmentally friendly, but during operation there is a pronounced smell. After drying on the parquet, a uniform semi-matte layer is formed, which corresponds in strength to its name Super. Masters in the reviews are divided that the tool is easily applied to the floor using a spray gun. If a brush is applied, the second layer spreads evenly without accumulating in one place.

We included the varnish in the rating as having increased resistance to water. The manufacturer produces it with a drawing of a ship's steering wheel and positions the goods as “yacht varnish”, not subject to moisture and the sun. Such coverage will last up to 10 years under the most intense operating conditions.

Tikkurila Taika Glow

Rating: 4.7

The next product in the ranking is again from the Finnish company, but this time the highlight of the varnish is light accumulation. The product with a water base is safe for respiratory organs, even while covering the floor. Substance does not emit a smell. To dilute to a liquid consistency you will need water, which reduces the cost of parquet protection. The varnish is applied in all ways. Parquet goods are produced in 0.33 and 1 l containers, which is convenient for fixing scratches and chips, but worse if you cover a large area (you will need to buy a lot of small cans).

Our experts have noted the parquet lacquer because of its ability to accumulate light from natural or artificial sources. Then in the dark he gives the accumulated rays a greenish tinge for 6 hours. This is an interesting option to cover the parquet in the children's room, to bring it diversity. It also increases safety when applied in the corridors and stairs of a private two-story house, so that in the dark it is better to see the relief of the floor.

Dulux Celco Yacht 90

Rating: 4.6

At this place in the TOP-10 is an English product manufactured by the Dulux trademark.This product is also positioned as a yacht varnish with high resistance to water and temperature extremes. Make a protective parquet flooring of alkyd-urethane base, which must be diluted with a solvent. Suitable means for applying to the floor not only in enclosed spaces, but also on open terraces. But as noted by the master in the reviews, the varnish dries for a long time - up to 48 hours. But the top layer reliably protects the board from the sun and water. After hardening, the substance acquires a glossy surface. During the work there are no stains even when using the roller or a brush.

We have added parquet lacquer to the rating as another particularly stable form for applying to the floor in places of high probability of water accumulation. Due to the fact that the manufacturer recommends the product even for saunas, the product is perfect for the kitchen in an apartment or a private house. Who has parquet bed in the bathroom, this varnish will also be a great way to protect it.

Eurotex Premium Rogneda

Rating: 4.5

In eighth place in the ranking is the product of the Russian company, made from alkyd-urethane base. This is a glossy varnish that is applied with a spray, roller or brush. To dilute the substance used solvent. Available in containers of 0.8, 2 and 10 liters. Suitable for all types of wood flooring. During the work deeply gets into structure of wood and reliably protects it from moisture. Unlike some well-known brands, the workflow is allowed to be carried out at a temperature of +5 degrees (for others from +10) and humidity of 70%. At hit on a parquet of oil or weak acids of a trace will not remain, if at once to wipe a stain with a wet rag.

We included the varnish in the rating, because it helps to save a lot on the protection of parquet. Masters in the reviews note that when thin sprayed onto the parquet with a spray gun, you can cover 17 m2 with 1 liter. Another price of lacquer is much lower than imported counterparts.

Luxens Extra Strength

Rating: 4.4

At this place in the ranking is a French-based water-based lacquer. When working with parquet lacquer, there is no pronounced odor, and its dilution is carried out with water. It is allowed to put 2-3 layers in one day. Some users in the reviews say that they tried to cover them with parquet a year later in one more layer, which also turned out great. The varnish does not penetrate much between the parquet planks, so the planks do not stick together - if you need to remove a pair for replacement, then it will not be difficult to do.

This parquet lacquer in the ranking is the best in terms of price and quality. This product is a bit cheaper than other products, but it is manufactured in France. The increase in the title “Increased Strength” really indicates the endurance of the upper layer during impacts or rearrangement of furniture. In the reviews, the owners say that the varnish is not taken off after 30 minutes, so it will not take long to wait for the second layer before the shelter.

Tex Profi Aqua

Rating: 4.3

We allocated the last place in the rating for a product of a Russian company, which has been actively cooperating with Finnish manufacturers since 2006. This varnish was created on a water-soluble basis and comes in three packaging versions: 0.9, 2.7 and 9 liters. The substance is colorless, but slightly darkens the wood. Developed color varnish options, where there are shades: Oregon, mahogany, cherry, pine and mountain ash. The top layer is completely glossy. Single-component varnish can be applied by any means and the flow is economical.

Our experts put the product in the rating due to the antiseptic properties of the glazing varnish. We recommend it for houses and apartments on the first floors to prevent the development of fungus under the parquet. But due to the low strength relative to mechanical loads, Aqua Profi will have to be coated on the outside with another parquet lacquer.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.