--- product_id: 2290681 title: "Helmsman Spar Urethane Aerosol Spray, 11.5 ounce, Satin" brand: "minwax" price: "196.72 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/2290681-helmsman-spar-urethane-aerosol-spray-11-5-ounce-satin store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # Water-resistant year-round barrier Flexible finish expands/contracts with wood UV blockers reduce sun damage Helmsman Spar Urethane Aerosol Spray, 11.5 ounce, Satin **Brand:** minwax **Price:** 196.72 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🛡️ Elevate your wood’s style and defense—because your projects deserve the best! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Helmsman Spar Urethane Aerosol Spray, 11.5 ounce, Satin by minwax - **How much does it cost?** 196.72 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/2290681-helmsman-spar-urethane-aerosol-spray-11-5-ounce-satin) ## Best For - minwax enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted minwax brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Trusted Heritage:** From Minwax, America’s wood care pioneer since 1904—quality you can count on - • **Satin Chic Finish:** Modern, soft sheen that elevates any wood project with subtle elegance - • **Ultimate UV Defense:** Protects wood from fading and graying under harsh sunlight ☀️ - • **Wood’s Best Friend:** Special oils let finish move with wood, preventing cracks and chips 🪵 - • **All-Season Durability:** Rain or shine, keeps your wood flawless with moisture resistance 💧 ## Overview Minwax Helmsman Spar Urethane Aerosol Spray is a premium satin finish wood varnish designed for both interior and exterior use. Featuring advanced UV blockers and moisture-resistant oils, it protects wood surfaces from sun damage, rain, and temperature fluctuations while maintaining a flexible, chip-resistant finish. Ideal for doors, furniture, trim, and more, this trusted Minwax formula delivers a sleek, durable finish that keeps wood looking fresh year-round. ## Description Product Description Minwax Helmsman Spar Urethane Spray is a specially formulated protective wood finish for interior and exterior projects that are exposed to sunlight, water, or temperature changes. It’s a wood varnish that contains UV blockers to reduce the sun’s graying and fading effects. It forms a protective layer against rain and moisture to shield your projects and keep them looking their best year-round. The special oils in this wood varnish spray allow the finish to expand and contract with the wood as seasons and temperatures change. This spar urethane protects the natural beauty of the wood while providing a warm finish. It’s ideal for a variety of projects that include doors, windows, trim, bathroom cabinets, bar tops, kitchen countertops, outdoor furniture and more (not recommended for floors). Minwax is America’s leading brand of wood finishing and wood care products. Since 1904, we have been inspiring consumers to Keep on Finishing. We offer consumers a complete line of products to meet every wood finishing project. From the Manufacturer Minwax is America's leading brand of wood finishing and wood care products. From staining and protection, to preparation, maintenance, cleaning and repair, Minwax makes and keeps wood beautiful. Review: Good product for crafters - Works good and the spray wasn't all over the place. It also didn't take forever to dry which was nice. Review: Nice product so far, decent price - I picked this up to protect some unassembled/unfinished outdoor wood furniture (Merry Garden Adirondack chairs and ottomans, made of fir). It applied easily and dried fairly quickly so I was able to apply two coats to the wood before assembling the pieces into their finished components and one coat after assembly (sanding with 320 grit between coats). I've included a picture so you can see how three coats look on these inexpensive ottomans. I stained them first with a Pecan stain. The Clear Satin Spar Urethane produces a nice non-glossy protective coat and brings out the beauty of the wood. The furniture hasn't done any time outside yet, but I'll be sure to update this review in the future once we've seen how they fare after some time in the elements. On a side note, sometimes the cost of paint and stain products online isn't competitive with local stores, but in my experience, the MinWax Helmsman Spar Urethane was a bit cheaper at desertcart than at a local hardware store in upstate NY and comparable to the Home Depot price for the same item in New York City. Note: there is an alternate version of the MinWax Helmsman Spar Urethane product that is water-based (instead of this product, which is oil-based). The water-based version is much thinner in consistency and requires more coats (they suggest 4 coats if you are using it on outdoor furniture). I accidentally bought the water-based one after I'd already used a quart of the oil-based one. Since I don't want to mix and match the two, that one is going back to the local hardware store. See attached picture for the difference between this product (left) and the water-based version (right). Thanks to commenter Athena Thor for pointing out the difference). UPDATE (August 19): I finished two of the chairs and am adding a picture. Will update the review again after they've been in the weather a while. ## Features - PROTECTIVE CLEAR FINISH – Minwax Helmsman Spar Urethane Spray is a specially formulated protective varnish for wood for interior and exterior projects. It contains special UV blockers that reduce the sun’s graying and fading effects. - EFFECTIVE YEAR ROUND – This wood varnish forms a protective barrier against rain and moisture to protect your projects and keep them looking their best. Special oils allow the finish to expand & contract with the wood as seasons and temperatures change. - VERSATILE – Ideal for use on doors, windows, trim, bathroom cabinets, bar tops, kitchen countertops, outdoor furniture and more. - SATIN FINISH – Give your wood projects a sleek finish with this satin varnish. It protects the natural beauty of the wood and offers a soft, unique sheen for a modern, cozy, and on-trend look. - A BRAND YOU CAN TRUST – Minwax is America’s leading brand of wood finishing and wood care products. Since 1904, we have been inspiring consumers to Keep on Finishing. We offer consumers a complete line of products to meet every wood finishing need. - Spar urethane - Fortified alkyd resin formulated to dry to a hard but not brittle finish - Perfect for patio furniture, exterior doors, bar tops, window sills, wooden boats - Resistant to chipping, checking and cracking - Use indoors or outdoors ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0009XCLIC | | Best Sellers Rank | #4,612 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #4 in Household Polyurethanes, Shellac & Varnish | | Brand | Minwax | | Brand Name | Minwax | | Compatible Material | Wood | | Coverage | 125 sq ft/quart | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 2,853 Reviews | | Finish Type | Satin | | Finish Types | Satin | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00027426332553 | | Included Components | MINWAX - 27426332553 | | Item Form | item_form | | Item Type Name | Spar Urethane | | Item Weight | 14.72 ounces | | Liquid Volume | 11.5 fluid ounces | | Manufacturer | Minwax | | Manufacturer Part Number | 33255000 | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | Warranty | | Material | Wood | | Material Type | Wood | | Model Number | 33255000 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Packs | 1 | | Recommended Uses For Product | Interior, Exterior | | UPC | 027426332553 | | Unit Count | 11.5 Ounce | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Minwax - **Finish Type:** Satin - **Item Weight:** 14.72 ounces - **Material:** Wood - **Recommended Uses For Product:** Interior, Exterior ## Images ![Helmsman Spar Urethane Aerosol Spray, 11.5 ounce, Satin - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51FEs71LgAL.jpg) ![Helmsman Spar Urethane Aerosol Spray, 11.5 ounce, Satin - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81S7b4EvOuL.jpg) ![Helmsman Spar Urethane Aerosol Spray, 11.5 ounce, Satin - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/914QpNLbsbL.jpg) ![Helmsman Spar Urethane Aerosol Spray, 11.5 ounce, Satin - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91nFyHC7zzL.jpg) ![Helmsman Spar Urethane Aerosol Spray, 11.5 ounce, Satin - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81BAsnP502L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Pattern, Size, Style** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good product for crafters *by S***. on July 29, 2026* Works good and the spray wasn't all over the place. It also didn't take forever to dry which was nice. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice product so far, decent price *by C***N on July 13, 2015* I picked this up to protect some unassembled/unfinished outdoor wood furniture (Merry Garden Adirondack chairs and ottomans, made of fir). It applied easily and dried fairly quickly so I was able to apply two coats to the wood before assembling the pieces into their finished components and one coat after assembly (sanding with 320 grit between coats). I've included a picture so you can see how three coats look on these inexpensive ottomans. I stained them first with a Pecan stain. The Clear Satin Spar Urethane produces a nice non-glossy protective coat and brings out the beauty of the wood. The furniture hasn't done any time outside yet, but I'll be sure to update this review in the future once we've seen how they fare after some time in the elements. On a side note, sometimes the cost of paint and stain products online isn't competitive with local stores, but in my experience, the MinWax Helmsman Spar Urethane was a bit cheaper at Amazon than at a local hardware store in upstate NY and comparable to the Home Depot price for the same item in New York City. Note: there is an alternate version of the MinWax Helmsman Spar Urethane product that is water-based (instead of this product, which is oil-based). The water-based version is much thinner in consistency and requires more coats (they suggest 4 coats if you are using it on outdoor furniture). I accidentally bought the water-based one after I'd already used a quart of the oil-based one. Since I don't want to mix and match the two, that one is going back to the local hardware store. See attached picture for the difference between this product (left) and the water-based version (right). Thanks to commenter Athena Thor for pointing out the difference). UPDATE (August 19): I finished two of the chairs and am adding a picture. Will update the review again after they've been in the weather a while. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great product *by S***M on January 19, 2025* This is a top notch product. The color is pretty much clear . I used it to make a back splash out of some reclaimed wood for my outdoor kitchen. I chose to brush it on and throw the brushes away after each use for ease of cleaning. I saw some reviews complaining about the coats but I had no issues just make sure they dry and lightly sand in between. I used one small can on the backsplash but since it’s outdoors I overkilled with 5 coats. It’s a great value for the money and looks great . I did not spray so I can’t attest to the spray quality but generally with poly I had always been taught that a brush was the best way to go. Although it’s not too thick so if you have a good spray it should spray just fine. The cleanup is super easy. I also made a small tabletop . It came out great as well. Both are holding up well to the elements. ## Frequently Bought Together - Minwax Helmsman Spar Urethane Aerosol Spray, 11.5 ounce, Satin (Packaging May Vary) - Pro Grade, Paint Brushes, 5-Piece, Paint Brush Set: Flat & Angle Brushes for Latex and Oil Paints, Stains, Interior & Exterior Home Improvement --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/2290681-helmsman-spar-urethane-aerosol-spray-11-5-ounce-satin](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/2290681-helmsman-spar-urethane-aerosol-spray-11-5-ounce-satin) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-08-28*