Uniform Synthetics Specialty Resins Since 1970
Wood coatings

Wood Finishes

Urethane alkyds, long-oil alkyds and rosin-modified maleic resins for clear varnishes, sanding sealers and wood finishes.

Wood moves with season, humidity and use. The finish needs film integrity, grain visibility and clean colour. Our wood line includes chemistries for both penetrating varnishes and built films.

Recommended grades

The right grades for this industry

Grade Family Why it fits
Unikyd FD-60 Urethane Alkyd TDI-modified urethane alkyd for fast-drying wood and metal finishes. View grade →
Unikyd L-80 Long Oil Alkyd Linseed long-oil for clear penetrating varnishes. View grade →
UMaleic MR 20 Rosin Modified Maleic NC lacquer-compatible resin for sanding sealers and wood lacquer systems. View grade →
Formulation pointers

What to think about

Penetration vs build

Long-oil alkyds support penetration. Urethane alkyds suit faster-drying built films. Choose by finish type and application method.

Sanding sealers

UMaleic MR 20 is a standard sealer chemistry that sands cleanly under topcoats.

Movement tolerance

Urethane alkyds (FD-60) hold up across humidity swings better than classical alkyds.

Send the application and target specification.

If you are sourcing for wood finishes, send the spec sheet and target market. We will respond with grade recommendations, samples and pricing.