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product_id: 45568020
title: "General Finishes High Performance Water Based Topcoat, 1 Gallon, Flat"
brand: "general finishes"
price: "39444 kr"
currency: ISK
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 11
category: "General Finishes"
url: https://www.desertcart.is/products/45568020-general-finishes-high-performance-water-based-topcoat-1-gallon-flat
store_origin: IS
region: Iceland
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# Water-based, easy cleanup 1-2 hr dry time Hardest consumer polyurethane General Finishes High Performance Water Based Topcoat, 1 Gallon, Flat

**Brand:** general finishes
**Price:** 39444 kr
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🖌️ Transform your space with the fastest-drying, toughest flat finish—because your projects deserve the best.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** General Finishes High Performance Water Based Topcoat, 1 Gallon, Flat by general finishes
- **How much does it cost?** 39444 kr with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.is](https://www.desertcart.is/products/45568020-general-finishes-high-performance-water-based-topcoat-1-gallon-flat)

## Best For

- general finishes enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted general finishes brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Ultra-Fast Drying:** Get back to your project in just 1-2 hours—no more waiting around.
- • **Flawless Flat Finish:** Achieve a smooth, non-yellowing matte surface that elevates your interior projects.
- • **Durability That Lasts:** The toughest water-based polyurethane topcoat on the market, built to withstand daily wear.
- • **Versatile Interior Protection:** Perfect for upcycling furniture, cabinets, and more—sticks like magic to almost any surface.
- • **Effortless Application & Cleanup:** Water-based formula means easy soap-and-water cleanup—no harsh chemicals needed.

## Overview

General Finishes High Performance Water Based Topcoat is a premium, water-based polyurethane designed for interior use. It offers a durable, non-yellowing flat finish with a rapid 1-2 hour dry time between coats. Ideal for furniture and cabinetry, it provides superior adhesion and easy water cleanup, making it a top choice for professionals and DIYers seeking long-lasting, flawless results.

## Description

General Finishes High Performance Water Based Topcoat, 1 Gallon, Flat - desertcart.com

Review: Especially great for upcycling furniture! - I read about this stuff on a blog post about redoing kitchen cabinets - exactly what I bought this for. About this topcoat: it is a true flat finish, which is great over their milkpaint (because why use that only to make it shiny??). More importantly, it does not yellow. Big deal. Huge! About the colors (because you should be using them with this!): It's not true milk paint, but it does act like it. It doesn't smell up your whole house, it sticks like magic to EVERYTHING (my cabinets are a real wood/faaaake laminate combo; I did not sand or prime, but did get some Krud Kutter spray cleaner to give everything a once-over before paint), it covers well, and it leaves a superbly smooth finish (apply with a dense foam roller, cheap foam brush for nooks, crannies, and details) even when you overwork the holy living crap out of it. And it dries SO QUICKLY. Like, 1 hour, tops - basically get to the end of all your cabinet doors and go back to the beginning for the next round. Water cleanup, which is awesome. But, I was wrapping my still-wet roller in foil and throwing it in the fridge between short bursts of painting, and it worked very well. It may seem kind of expensive until you consider the coverage, and how many steps you're skipping (dollars-wise, and also time & sanity-wise). Or just compare to professionally refacing cabinets, yikes! I'm covering gross 80s oak with the bright white - 3 coats will do, followed by 2 coats of clear coat. If it weren't going to be heavily used & abused, you could probably do just one. My bottom cabinets are the dark navy blue, so just two coats there. Buy painters pyramids if you're painting cabinet doors, and you've set yourself for success! Seriously can't say enough good things about this paint line. Kind of miraculous.
Review: Absolutely the best paint ever! - I can't say enough about the GF paint. I have used it before on a hall tree, and recently purchased the Coastal Blue in order to repaint my old bathroom wood vanity cabinet. I sanded some rough spots, and washed the cabinet down, but other than that, I didn't do much prep work even though the cabinet had a semi gloss to it. This paint, as expected, adhered wonderfully and covered beautifully. I did use 2 coats as recommended, but probably could've gotten away with one coat. I also used the GF clear top coat over it all, since it would be exposed to water in a bathroom. It came out beautiful. This is the best paint I have ever used on a home project! It mixes well, adheres to just about any surface, spreads beautifully, and the soap/water clean up is quick and easy. The only drawback is its a bit on the pricey side, but I will definitely use GF paints again in the future due to the fantastic results.

## Features

- Do not apply clear topcoats over bright white paint, as yellowing may occur due to a reaction to the substrate. Light color paints may also experience yellowing due to topcoat application, but it will less noticeable.
- The hardest, most durable consumer polyurethane top coat on the market today
- Dry Time Between Coats is only 1 to 2 Hours
- Interior use only

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01HF1B7JO |
| Best Sellers Rank | #4,310 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #4 in Household Polyurethanes, Shellac & Varnish |
| Brand | General Finishes |
| Brand Name | General Finishes |
| Compatible Material | Metal |
| Coverage | High |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,990 Reviews |
| Finish Type | Flat |
| Finish Types | Flat |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00606016109340 |
| Included Components | General Finishes High Performace Water Based Topcoat, 1 gallon, Flat |
| Item Form | Liquid |
| Item Type Name | General Finishes High Performace Water Based Topcoat, 1 gallon, Flat |
| Item Weight | 9.6 Pounds |
| Liquid Volume | 1 Gallons |
| Manufacturer | General Finishes |
| Manufacturer Part Number | GAHF |
| Material | Water Based |
| Material Type | Water Based |
| Model Number | GAHF |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Interior |
| UPC | 606016109340 |
| Unit Count | 128.0 Fluid Ounces |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** General Finishes
- **Finish Type:** Flat
- **Item Weight:** 9.6 Pounds
- **Material:** Water Based
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Interior

## Images

![General Finishes High Performance Water Based Topcoat, 1 Gallon, Flat - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/6167Ax9Nu0L.jpg)
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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Especially great for upcycling furniture!
*by L***P on June 1, 2016*

I read about this stuff on a blog post about redoing kitchen cabinets - exactly what I bought this for. About this topcoat: it is a true flat finish, which is great over their milkpaint (because why use that only to make it shiny??). More importantly, it does not yellow. Big deal. Huge! About the colors (because you should be using them with this!): It's not true milk paint, but it does act like it. It doesn't smell up your whole house, it sticks like magic to EVERYTHING (my cabinets are a real wood/faaaake laminate combo; I did not sand or prime, but did get some Krud Kutter spray cleaner to give everything a once-over before paint), it covers well, and it leaves a superbly smooth finish (apply with a dense foam roller, cheap foam brush for nooks, crannies, and details) even when you overwork the holy living crap out of it. And it dries SO QUICKLY. Like, 1 hour, tops - basically get to the end of all your cabinet doors and go back to the beginning for the next round. Water cleanup, which is awesome. But, I was wrapping my still-wet roller in foil and throwing it in the fridge between short bursts of painting, and it worked very well. It may seem kind of expensive until you consider the coverage, and how many steps you're skipping (dollars-wise, and also time & sanity-wise). Or just compare to professionally refacing cabinets, yikes! I'm covering gross 80s oak with the bright white - 3 coats will do, followed by 2 coats of clear coat. If it weren't going to be heavily used & abused, you could probably do just one. My bottom cabinets are the dark navy blue, so just two coats there. Buy painters pyramids if you're painting cabinet doors, and you've set yourself for success! Seriously can't say enough good things about this paint line. Kind of miraculous.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely the best paint ever!
*by S***J on May 28, 2019*

I can't say enough about the GF paint. I have used it before on a hall tree, and recently purchased the Coastal Blue in order to repaint my old bathroom wood vanity cabinet. I sanded some rough spots, and washed the cabinet down, but other than that, I didn't do much prep work even though the cabinet had a semi gloss to it. This paint, as expected, adhered wonderfully and covered beautifully. I did use 2 coats as recommended, but probably could've gotten away with one coat. I also used the GF clear top coat over it all, since it would be exposed to water in a bathroom. It came out beautiful. This is the best paint I have ever used on a home project! It mixes well, adheres to just about any surface, spreads beautifully, and the soap/water clean up is quick and easy. The only drawback is its a bit on the pricey side, but I will definitely use GF paints again in the future due to the fantastic results.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I used it over white paint with no yellowing
*by A***K on June 5, 2021*

I know the manufacturer can’t recommend using this product over white paint due to the potential of it yellowing but I think it depends what kind of paint the DIYer uses etc. Of course if you’re using no primer and a cheap sample paint it probably will yellow. I was doing kitchen cabinets and used Kilz oil based interior primer followed by two coats of SW interior acrylic latex, and then two coats of this product in flat (the flat is more like a satin and I didn’t want it showing fingerprints as easily) and it came out beautifully (sprayed and brushed). Of course I tested a small area first and waited a couple hours with no yellowing so I went for it and did my whole kitchen island with it. This stuff is so easy to work with and the finish is great. My project wouldn’t have come out as well if I didn’t do a clear coat so I’m very glad it worked. I read that this product is superior to Minwax so that’s why I went with it and hey, saved me a trip to the hardware store with a little planning ahead, shipped right to my door. Amazon FTW!

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*Last updated: 2026-06-20*