WATER BASED WOOD FINISHES FOR ALL YOUR PROFESSIONAL AND DIY WOODWORKING PROJECTS

Water Based Universal Sanding Sealer
- Water-clear, ultra-low VOC formula
- Ideal for domestic and exotic woods
- Perfect for residential and commercial applications
- Excellent for challenging substrate coverage

Water Based Primer, Surfacer, Filler
- Fast hiding power, high solids, good stain-blocking properties
- Produces a smooth, grain filled, non-textured surface
- Great for use on open grained wood, MDF, and high quality plywood

Water Based Clear Lacquers
- Excellent all-purpose utility finish
- Easy to apply, ultra-low VOC
- No harmful fumes – no dangerous catalysts
- Designed for residential and commercial applications
- Perfect for residential furniture, case goods, and custom work

Water Based Varnishes
- Warm color tone and durability
- Rapid drying, Ultra-Low VOC, and HAPS-Free
- Super easy to apply by spray, roller, or brush
- Environmentally sustainable

Water Based Urethanes
- Highest quality interior/exterior rated coating
- Water based, non-yellowing, clear polyurethane finish
- Clear, non-yellowing, exterior grade clear finish
- Perfect for high moisture and sunlight exposed environments

Water Based Pigmented Lacquers
- Sustainable, easy to apply and ultra-low VOC
- Can be factory tinted to match popular paint brands or custom colors
- Excellent hiding power on solid wood, high quality plywood veneers, MDF, and previously painted surfaces

Water Based Stains
- Excellent wetting and color transfer
- Ultra-low VOC content
- 100% biodegradable
- Fade resistant
- Perfect alone or as a base for a custom stain

Water Based Additives
- Enhance the durability, water and chemical resistance of Emtech waterborne coatings
- Allows extra time to maintain wet edge for brush or spray application

Water Based Universal Sanding Sealer
- Water-clear, ultra-low VOC formula
- Ideal for domestic and exotic woods
- Perfect for residential and commercial applications
- Excellent for challenging substrate coverage

Water Based Primer, Surfacer, Filler
- Fast hiding power, high solids, good stain-blocking properties
- Produces a smooth, grain filled, non-textured surface
- Great for use on open grained wood, MDF, and high quality plywood

Water Based Clear Lacquers
- Excellent all-purpose utility finish
- Easy to apply, ultra-low VOC
- No harmful fumes – no dangerous catalysts
- Designed for residential and commercial applications
- Perfect for residential furniture, case goods, and custom work

Water Based Varnishes
- Warm color tone and durability
- Rapid drying, Ultra-Low VOC, and HAPS-Free
- Super easy to apply by spray, roller, or brush
- Environmentally sustainable

Water Based Urethanes
- Highest quality interior/exterior rated coating
- Water based, non-yellowing, clear polyurethane finish
- Clear, non-yellowing, exterior grade clear finish
- Perfect for high moisture and sunlight exposed environments

Water Based Pigmented Lacquers
- Sustainable, easy to apply and ultra-low VOC
- Can be factory tinted to match popular paint brands or custom colors
- Excellent hiding power on solid wood, high quality plywood veneers, MDF, and previously painted surfaces

Water Based Stains
- Excellent wetting and color transfer
- Ultra-low VOC content
- 100% biodegradable
- Fade resistant
- Perfect alone or as a base for a custom stain

Water Based Additives
- Enhance the durability, water and chemical resistance of Emtech waterborne coatings
- Allows extra time to maintain wet edge for brush or spray application
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TIPS, TECHNIQUES & WATER BASED WOOD FINISHES FAQS
- 5 Steps to Create a Natural Wood Look for Your Next Woodworking ProjectUPDATED: June 2025 You have probably noticed the trending popularity of the “natural wood look” or “raw wood finish,” where the final result is a beautiful piece of furniture that looks as if it is… Read more: 5 Steps to Create a Natural Wood Look for Your Next Woodworking Project
- Wood Finishing in Warm WeatherUPDATED: June 2025 As we start to transition into late spring and summer, now is a good time to talk about the potential challenges of wood finishing in warm weather. As we have discussed in… Read more: Wood Finishing in Warm Weather
- The Top-5 Water Based Wood Finishing Myths…BUSTED!UPDATED: May 2025 I’m guessing you’re no stranger to searching Google for occasional help when using water based wood finishes. To be sure, there is a lot of great information on the Web. But there… Read more: The Top-5 Water Based Wood Finishing Myths…BUSTED!
Target Coatings, Inc., is a manufacturing company committed to the development and sale of high quality, ultra-low VOC, water-based wood finishes for the fine furniture, architectural and general woodworking industries. Since 1988, Target Coatings has been at the forefront of formulating water-based wood finishes that deliver the level of quality pros require with oil-based coatings, but without the hazards of traditional solvents. Fine craftsman and luthiers prefer Target Coatings water based finish for a high-quality, quick-drying finish that’s true to the tradition of their trade while delivering high-performance durability and rich color, tone and textural payoff.
As manufacturing chemists, it is our mission at Target Coatings to design and produce innovative solutions to modern wood finishing problems through the research and engineering of unique waterborne systems. Low VOC and HAPS-Free technologies are our primary focus.
Our flagship brand, EMTECH® water-based wood finish, provides a range of ultra-low VOC coatings including our top-selling EM6000 Water-based Acrylic Production Lacquer as well as water-based polyurethane, urethane, conversion varnish, pigmented top coats, sealers, primers, grain fillers and wood stains. Plus, the Target Coatings lab can custom tint EM6500 Bright White Pastel WB Lacquer to custom match any color.
Target Coatings can help you create the perfect look for any wood working project with our high quality, non-toxic, ultra-low VOC primers, stains, polyurethanes and lacquers. A favorite of pros and enthusiasts alike, Target Coatings water based finishes are durable, flexible, and safe.