10 Best polyurethane clear glosses of 2025

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Varathane
Varathane 284470 Triple Thick Polyurethane Wood Finish, Gloss, Quart
Main highlights

One-Coat Coverage and Durability
Offers ultimate protection with a single coat, ensuring scratch and stain resistance.

Versatile Interior Use
Ideal for furniture, doors, and trim, enhancing any wood surface.

Praised for Fast Drying
Customers love its quick drying time and ease of use.
Key specs
- coverage:50 square feet
- item form:Liquid
- size:Quart
- color:Gloss
- recommended uses:Interior wood surfaces
9.8

Exceptional

Our Rating

9.9
Easy to use

9.5
Simple to clean

9.1
lasts a long time
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Minwax

Minwax 63000 Fast Drying Polyurethane Clear Gloss, Quart
9.7

Exceptional

Our Rating
3

Minwax

Minwax Fast Drying Polyurethane Protective Wood Finish, Clear Semi-Gloss, 1 Quart
9.6

Exceptional

Our Rating
4

Minwax

1/2 pt Minwax 25555 Clear Polycrylic Water-Based Protective Finish Gloss
9.5

Excellent

Our Rating

9.5
Fashion

9.3
Simple to use

9.3
Long life
5

Varathane
Varathane Water-Based Ultimate Polyurethane, Half Pint, Gloss
Main highlights

Key Features
Fast-drying, water-based formula with excellent stain and scratch resistance. Cleans up easily, offering a polished gloss finish and superior clarity.

Ideal Use Cases
Perfect for protecting indoor wood surfaces such as furniture, windows, cabinets, and trim. Ideal for quick project completion and high-traffic areas.

Customer Reviews Highlight
Most praised for its durability and the high-quality finish it provides, making wood surfaces look polished and new.
Key specs
- coverage:31.25 sq. ft.
- item form:Liquid
- size:Half Pint
- color:Gloss Finish
- recommended uses:Indoor wood surfaces
9.4

Excellent

Our Rating

9.3
worth the money

9.3
Simple to use

9.3
Simple to clean
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Minwax
Minwax Fast Drying Polyurethane Spray, Protective Wood Finish, Clear/Warm Gloss, 11.5 oz. Aerosol Can ( Packaging May Vary)

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Main highlights

Protects Wood Surfaces
Minwax Polyurethane Wood Finish Aerosol spray protects interior projects, including woodwork, furniture, floors, and cabinets. Clear top coat is durable against scratches, spills & more.

Ideal for Interior Wood Projects
Perfect for woodwork, furniture, doors, cabinets, and floors. Available in various sheens, providing long-lasting protection and warm beauty to both finished and unfinished wood.

Praised for Fast Drying
Customers appreciate the fast-drying feature, allowing quick recoats after 4-6 hours, making it convenient for completing projects efficiently.
9.3

Excellent

Our Rating

9.7
Simple to use

9.5
lasts a long time

9.3
Drying ability
7

BLUEBIRD

Bluebird 3.4 Fl Oz Polyurethane Clear Coat for Furniture, Paintings, Water-Based Professional Varnish (Gloss)
9.0

Excellent

Our Rating
8

Krylon
Krylon I00500A07 12-Ounce Triple Thick Clear Glaze Aerosol Spray,High-Gloss
Main highlights

Triple Thick Formula
One coat equals three coats of many other clear aerosols, providing a bright, clear coating with depth.

Versatile Use Cases
Ideal for sealing wood, plaster, bisque, metal, plastic, and paper in art and craft projects.

Highly Praised for Sealing
Customers love its ability to seal and protect artwork effectively.
8.7

Very Good

Our Rating

9.3
Simple to use

9.3
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9.1
worth the money
9

Minwax
Minwax Fast Drying Polyurethane Protective Wood Finish, Clear Semi-Gloss, ½ Pint
Main highlights

Durable_Oil-Based_Clear_Top_Coat
Minwax Polyurethane Wood Finish is an oil-based clear top coat offering long-lasting protection against scratches, spills, and more for various wood projects.

Ideal_For_Interior_Wood_Projects
Perfect for woodwork, furniture, floors, doors, and cabinets, providing a warm, clear finish to both finished and unfinished wood surfaces.

Quick_Drying_Time
Customers appreciate the fast drying time, allowing for quick recoats, often within 3-4 hours, and the ease of application with foam brushes.
8.6

Very Good

Our Rating

9.3
Drying ability

9.1
Simple to use

9.1
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Minwax

Minwax Water Based Oil-Modified Polyurethane, Warm Gloss, Clear, 1 Quart
8.5

Good

Our Rating

10 Best polyurethane clear glosses of 2025

1

Varathane 284470 Triple Thick Polyurethane Wood Finish, Gloss, Quart

9.9

9.5

9.1

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Minwax 63000 Fast Drying Polyurethane Clear Gloss, Quart

3

Minwax Fast Drying Polyurethane Protective Wood Finish, Clear Semi-Gloss, 1 Quart

4

1/2 pt Minwax 25555 Clear Polycrylic Water-Based Protective Finish Gloss

9.5

9.3

9.3

5

Varathane Water-Based Ultimate Polyurethane, Half Pint, Gloss

9.3

9.3

9.3

6

Minwax Fast Drying Polyurethane Spray, Protective Wood Finish, Clear/Warm Gloss, 11.5 oz. Aerosol Can ( Packaging May Vary)

9.7

9.5

9.3

7

Bluebird 3.4 Fl Oz Polyurethane Clear Coat for Furniture, Paintings, Water-Based Professional Varnish (Gloss)

8

Krylon I00500A07 12-Ounce Triple Thick Clear Glaze Aerosol Spray,High-Gloss

9.3

9.3

9.1

9

Minwax Fast Drying Polyurethane Protective Wood Finish, Clear Semi-Gloss, ½ Pint

9.3

9.1

9.1

10

Minwax Water Based Oil-Modified Polyurethane, Warm Gloss, Clear, 1 Quart

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