Product Endorsement--Sterling/Detco

[Scott Rosen]

This year I started using Sterling/Detco products, at the recommendation of a local boat builder.

The Sterling is a two-part LPU. The Detco Crystal is a traditional tung oil and phenolic resin varnish.

Detco claims that the varnish is very easy to apply and resists crazing better than the others. I've applied a bunch of it, and Detco is right. It brushes and flows better than any other varnish I've tried. It has great self-leveling properties. As an added bonus, the surface dries to dust-free in just about an hour, yet you can recoat without sanding as long as you do it within 24 hours of the last coat. It sands extremely easily, making a smooth powder that doesn't clog or dull the paper. Since this is my first year with the stuff, I can't yet evaluate the claims of longevity. Time will tell.

The Sterling LPU is also very easy to use. I would recommend it to any of you who are interested in trying an LPU but are intimidated by all of the hype surrounding it. The components are an easy 2:1 mix. The brushing thinner makes the stuff flow better than a one-part enamel. The finishing primer has great coverage, flows well and can be recoated several times in a day. Once you have it mixed, it's easier to apply than regular paint. I used it on teak over CPES. It's expensive, but worth it for the right project, such as cabin tops and other high-wear and high exposure areas.

Another benefit: They always answer their phone, and the techies are either available or will return your call fast. They have a good information/application packet that they will send you on request. The also have a website: www.detcomarine.com (http://www.detcomarine.com)

[Scott Rosen]

This year I started using Sterling/Detco products, at the recommendation of a local boat builder.

The Sterling is a two-part LPU. The Detco Crystal is a traditional tung oil and phenolic resin varnish.

Detco claims that the varnish is very easy to apply and resists crazing better than the others. I've applied a bunch of it, and Detco is right. It brushes and flows better than any other varnish I've tried. It has great self-leveling properties. As an added bonus, the surface dries to dust-free in just about an hour, yet you can recoat without sanding as long as you do it within 24 hours of the last coat. It sands extremely easily, making a smooth powder that doesn't clog or dull the paper. Since this is my first year with the stuff, I can't yet evaluate the claims of longevity. Time will tell.

The Sterling LPU is also very easy to use. I would recommend it to any of you who are interested in trying an LPU but are intimidated by all of the hype surrounding it. The components are an easy 2:1 mix. The brushing thinner makes the stuff flow better than a one-part enamel. The finishing primer has great coverage, flows well and can be recoated several times in a day. Once you have it mixed, it's easier to apply than regular paint. I used it on teak over CPES. It's expensive, but worth it for the right project, such as cabin tops and other high-wear and high exposure areas.

Another benefit: They always answer their phone, and the techies are either available or will return your call fast. They have a good information/application packet that they will send you on request. The also have a website: www.detcomarine.com (http://www.detcomarine.com)

[Scott Rosen]

This year I started using Sterling/Detco products, at the recommendation of a local boat builder.

The Sterling is a two-part LPU. The Detco Crystal is a traditional tung oil and phenolic resin varnish.

Detco claims that the varnish is very easy to apply and resists crazing better than the others. I've applied a bunch of it, and Detco is right. It brushes and flows better than any other varnish I've tried. It has great self-leveling properties. As an added bonus, the surface dries to dust-free in just about an hour, yet you can recoat without sanding as long as you do it within 24 hours of the last coat. It sands extremely easily, making a smooth powder that doesn't clog or dull the paper. Since this is my first year with the stuff, I can't yet evaluate the claims of longevity. Time will tell.

The Sterling LPU is also very easy to use. I would recommend it to any of you who are interested in trying an LPU but are intimidated by all of the hype surrounding it. The components are an easy 2:1 mix. The brushing thinner makes the stuff flow better than a one-part enamel. The finishing primer has great coverage, flows well and can be recoated several times in a day. Once you have it mixed, it's easier to apply than regular paint. I used it on teak over CPES. It's expensive, but worth it for the right project, such as cabin tops and other high-wear and high exposure areas.

Another benefit: They always answer their phone, and the techies are either available or will return your call fast. They have a good information/application packet that they will send you on request. The also have a website: www.detcomarine.com (http://www.detcomarine.com)

[Dave Fleming]

Ayup, Sterling-Detco good stuff.
In the early '80s was forman of a yard down here in San Diego building Aluminum yachts and *six packs*.
Built one 98 foot motor yacht which on launch went up to Alaska and into Glacier Bay.
Hit a berg and on returning came into yard for some add-ons. We looked at where she, the "Bobbera", had hit the berg. Hull had baseball size dent but that LPU was not even scratched.
Not cheap to do a vessel of that size but the owner liked it, the Sterling, so much he had the same painters do his Newport Beach house with it!

[Dave Fleming]

Ayup, Sterling-Detco good stuff.
In the early '80s was forman of a yard down here in San Diego building Aluminum yachts and *six packs*.
Built one 98 foot motor yacht which on launch went up to Alaska and into Glacier Bay.
Hit a berg and on returning came into yard for some add-ons. We looked at where she, the "Bobbera", had hit the berg. Hull had baseball size dent but that LPU was not even scratched.
Not cheap to do a vessel of that size but the owner liked it, the Sterling, so much he had the same painters do his Newport Beach house with it!

[Dave Fleming]

Ayup, Sterling-Detco good stuff.
In the early '80s was forman of a yard down here in San Diego building Aluminum yachts and *six packs*.
Built one 98 foot motor yacht which on launch went up to Alaska and into Glacier Bay.
Hit a berg and on returning came into yard for some add-ons. We looked at where she, the "Bobbera", had hit the berg. Hull had baseball size dent but that LPU was not even scratched.
Not cheap to do a vessel of that size but the owner liked it, the Sterling, so much he had the same painters do his Newport Beach house with it!

[PugetSound]

With endorsements like yours, who needs to advertise?

[PugetSound]

With endorsements like yours, who needs to advertise?

[PugetSound]

With endorsements like yours, who needs to advertise?