Vermont Natural Coatings - Pro Catalogue

PROFESSIONAL WOOD FLOOR FINISHES
Redefining floor finishing with exceptional workability,
durability and safety through sustainable practices.

VERMONT NATURAL COATINGS
Vermont Natural Coatings has emerged as a leader in the wood finish industry, delivering
easy-to-use products that have established the highest performance and environmental standards.
Vermont Natural Coatings is dedicated to developing non-toxic wood finish technologies that are
grounded in sustainability, easy to use and stand up to the test of time. Born of academic inquiry,
scientific innovation, and Vermont ingenuity, our coatings meet the building industry’s highest
performance and safety standards. Flooring contractors and their customers can feel as good about the
safety of PolyWhey as they do about its performance. Neutral odor and no off gassing of the
cancer-causing ingredients found in traditional floor finishes.
As producers, we are aware that flooring
professionals and builders spend hours working
with our products. That’s why we guarantee that
our products are 100% Red List Free. Our finishes
contain zero cancer-causing carcinogens, no Prop
65 Ingredients, and no NMP. In addition, all of our
products are low VOC.
The Science of PolyWhey: The durability of a wood finish is determined by the strength of its
unique cross linkers. Polymerized whey proteins in PolyWhey provide much stronger cross
linking than solvent-boased and other water borne finishes.
By using whey protein as a co-binder, PolyWhey leverages
a renewable resource to deliver the safest and most durable
paints, stains and finishes on the market.
PolyWhey technology was developed by University of
Vermont scientists who were on a mission to create
environmentally responsible products. Vermont Natural
Coatings President and Founder Andrew Meyer immediately
noticed the potential of this material for coatings, and the
PolyWhey brand was formed.
Superior Durability
Premium durability with
patented PolyWhey formula
Red List Free
No chemicals causing cancer, birth
defects, or reproductive harm
No California Prop 65
Ingredients
Protects ground and drinking
water from toxic chemicals
No California Prop 65
Credits Ingredients
Complies Helps ensure with safe VOC ground laws in and all
50 drinking states water and Canada
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT POLYWHEY:
info@vermontnaturalcoatings.com
Green Innovation
Derived from recycled and
renewable whey protein

TM
ClimateCool exemplifies Vermont Natural Coatings’ commitment to a more sustainable and equitable
planet. The Climate Cool symbol means that only the safest, cutting edge ingredients are used in the
product’s manufacture. We use high-quality and sustainable ingredients such as naturally grown hemp
oil, PolyWhey (which utilizes the natural binding power of whey proteins), and Decovery®, a plant-based
resin system for high performance coatings. These ingredients enable us to reduce our dependency on
fossil fuel-based raw materials and help our climate cool.
Whether your concern is about the health of your family and pets, or whether you’re concerned about the
impacts of climate change on our planet, ClimateCool is a way to improve environmental and personal
health.
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR CLIMATE COOL PROMISE:
vermontnaturalcoatings.com/climate-cool
Vermont Natural Coatings’ commitment to helping create a more sustainable planet begins with our
cutting-edge ingredients; like whey protein-based PolyWhey. Now we introduce All Natural Hemp Oil. Our
Hemp Oil is sourced directly from farmers and is cold pressed, which means no chemicals or solvents are
used to extract the oil. Hemp Oil delivers a beautiful, natural oil tone without any harmful ingredients.
Science has led us to a revolution in sustainable ingredients, including Decovery®, plant-based resins
for high performance coatings that enable us to change our environment without impacting it. By
combining PolyWhey and the unique Decovery product portfolio, we aim at setting a new standard in
sustainable coatings.
Decovery is an eco-friendly paint resin that outperforms other green resins to offer a true alternative to
traditional resins. Decovery resins are made with renewable materials (plant-based ingredients) to reduce
our dependency on fossil fuel-based raw materials. Using these resins in our products helps ensure a
safer, healthier environment that is kinder to people and the planet throughout its lifetime.
To learn more about Decovery resins:
vermontnaturalcoatings.com/climate-cool OR www.dsm.com/decovery

POLYWHEY PROFESSIONAL
FAMILY OF FINISHES
PolyWhey is the next generation of water-based polyurethane, a truly unique finish that is naturally
durable, safe and easy-to-use. The PolyWhey formula uses whey protein, a by-product in cheese
manufacturing, to displace the toxic ingredients traditionally used in wood finish by functioning as a
co-binder and solvent. The result is a new category of wood floor finishes with all the durability of oilbased
finish and the application advantages of waterborne finish minus the negatives
associated with each.
PolyWhey® 3000
POLYWHEY 3000 WOOD FLOOR SEALER - Recommended for all interior
bare wood floors or previously stained/coated wood flooring, PolyWhey
3000 uses the power of natural whey protein to create a professional
strength clear sanding sealer. PolyWhey 3000 is easy to apply, dries clear
and quickly, and minimizes both grain raise and tannin pull.
• Excellent abradability
• Excellent adherence properties allow compatibility with nearly
all wood surface and stain treatments
• Seals the wood, minimizing grain raise and tannin pull
• Quick-dry sealer with great coverage and easy clean-up
PolyWhey® EZ-PRO
NEW
POLYWHEY EZ-PRO WOOD FLOOR FINISH - A water-based finish
recommended for all residential and light commercial interior hardwood
floors. Neutral odor, great coverage, quick-drying, easy cleanup and long
life make PolyWhey EZ-PRO an economical choice when selecting an
environmentally-friendly and durable finish. Exceptionally smooth and
easy to use, EZ-PRO is “The Roller’s Choice”.
• Single component. No limited pot life and no wasted finish.
• Excellent flow and leveling
• At 210 g/L, complies with all US and Canadian VOC regulations
• Fast drying and curing
• Available in matte, satin, and semi-gloss

PolyWhey® 3500
*
POLYWHEY 3500 WOOD FLOOR FINISH - For all commercial and
heavy-traffic residential interior hardwood floors, PolyWhey 3500 Wood
Floor Finish provides outstanding mar and scratch resistance and stands
up to the rigorous cleaning required of daily use. A neutral odor, great
coverage, quick-drying, easy cleanup and long life make PolyWhey 3500 a
premium, environmentally smart topcoat.
• Single component. No limited pot life and no wasted finish
• Premium formulation yields premium durability
• At 95 g/L, complies with all US and Canadian VOC regulations
• Available in matte, satin and semi-gloss
• *3500 satin is CDPH Standard Method V1.2 compliant
PolyWhey® MVP
POLYWHEY MVP SPORT FLOOR FINISH - A superior, high gloss, single
component finish formulated exclusively for use on gymnasium and other
hardwood sport floors. Durable and easy to maintain, PolyWhey MVP Sport
Floor uses proprietary PolyWhey technology to achieve
uncompromising performance, outstanding mar and scratch resistance and
low VOCs (<95g/l).
• Single component. No limited pot life and no wasted finish.
• Excellent flow and leveling
• At 210 g/L, complies with all US and Canadian VOC regulations
• Fast drying and curing offers ability to apply up to 3 coats in
one day
Join Vermont Natural Coatings at this year’s NWFA EXPO in Milwaukee,
April 28-30, 2020. See all our new products and meet our team!
FOR MORE INFO: www.nwfaexpo.org

THE PROS KNOW:
POLYWHEY IS THE GO-TO FINISH
At Vermont Natural Coatings, we go to the pros. We know that the best way to test our products is by
getting the opinion of the men and women who work with floor finishes on a daily basis... but don’t just
take our word for it - ask the professionals!
Bob Goldstein - Flooring Professional
One of the industry’s most influential pros liked
Polywhey so much that he joined the company. Bob
is our Pro consultant and a treasured member of the
Vermont Natural Coatings Sales and Service team. His
qualifications include:
• NWFA Certified Installer
• NWFA Certified in Sand and Finish
• NWFA Master Craftsman
• NWFA Advanced Master
• Vanguard & Ambassador Degrees
“I like that I can use it to screen and coat other
floors, which provides a more durable finish
than a customer is getting from some factory
finishes. Once it sets, the 3500 is like glass.
It’s a really great product.”
- Robert Pereira, principal of
Creative Floor Solutions
A few years ago, Mark Shrewsbury (pictured on the right),
owner of Mr. Sandman Hardwood Floors, made the
decision to use Vermont Natural Coatings line of
PolyWhey Professional Wood Floor Finishes as his go-to
finish to benefit both his customers and his company.
According to Shrewsbury, he made the switch because
“homeowners complain of the off-gassing and the VOC
issues with an oil finish and I also choose it for myself.
I got sick of breathing the fumes and I think it is a better
product in terms of hardness and durability”.

THE INN AT THE ROUND BARN FARM - Breathe easy when you know that your floor
has been coated with PolyWhey.
MULTIPLE METHODS OF APPLICATION - Here, Vermont Natural Coatings President
Andrew Meyer applies EZ-PRO, “The Roller’s Choice” with a roller.

THE NEWEST OPTIONS FOR
GREAT LOOKING FLOORS
It’s good to have options to enhance flooring jobs and we have them in spades.
New technology for new applications in floor finish. These products will expand your options for
finishing your wood floors. Now available for your wood flooring projects: extraordinary UV protection,
cleaner, and the Climate Cool line, which utilizes incredible new technology to create a new standard of
environmentally-friendly floor finishes. We are proud to expand your options for safe, effective
products with professional performance.
Sun Warden
NEW
SUN WARDEN PREMIUM UV PROTECTION - PolyWhey SunWarden is a
premium interior wood treatment that provides a natural appearance that
protects the wood against UV exposure and color change caused by age.
SunWarden leaves a matte finish which may be top coated for added protection
with Vermont Natural Coatings PolyWhey Floor Finish or Furniture
Finish.
• Superior anti-yellowing technology protects wood from
damaging UV rays.
• Enhanced water and chemical resistance.
• At 95 g/L, complies with all US and Canadian VOC regulations
• Available in Clear and White Wash
Cleaner & Mop Kit
NEW
NON-TOXIC WOOD CLEANER WITH MICROFIBER FLOOR MOP - Vermont
Natural Coatings Wood Cleaner removes dust, dirt, grease, grime, food and
stains with an innovative non-toxic formulation for residential and
commercial applications. Use for daily maintenance or deep cleaning on all
wood surfaces. Includes extendable floor mop with reusable microfiber
floor pad. Cleaner available in quart and gallon separately.
• Wood cleaner is biodegradeable & safe for all wood surfaces
• Gentle enough for daily use
• Mop has 360° swivel head for versatile cleaning
• Floor pad produces electrostatic charge to effectively attract and
trap dirt & dust.
Want to give one of our new products a try? It’s WHEY easy! Call or text us for a sample - 802.472-8700

Hydro Lacquer
TM
NEW
HYDRO LACQUER GRAIN ENHANCING SEALER - Made with PolyWhey®
and plant-based resins, Hydro Lacquer is a grain enhancing sealer that
produces a warm oil look for floors, furniture, and all other interior woods.
Finally, an effective alternative to hazardous solvent-based finishes. USDA
Certified Biobased.
• Vibrant grain enhancement, warm oil look
• Easy application
• Cleans up with soap & water
• Non-flammable
• Surpasses all environmental standards in the US & Canada
• Low VOC ≤ 250 g/L
Pure Matte
TM
NEW
PURE MATTE ULTRA-FLAT FINISH - A premium interior wood topcoat
that provides a natural flat matte appearance while protecting the wood.
Made with PolyWhey® and plant-based resins, it is both safe and natural.
Ideal for use on floors, furniture, trim, cupboards, tables, doors & more.
Excellent chemical and water resistance. USDA Certified Biobased.
• Chemical and water resistant
• Easy application & soap & water cleanup
• 0-5 sheen on 60° meter
• Non-flammable
• Surpasses all environmental standards in the US & ...Canada
• Low VOC ≤ 225 g/L
Hemp Oil
TM
NEW
HEMP OIL NATURAL WOOD FINISH - Vermont Natural Coatings Hemp Oil
hardens as it dries, providing a warm grain-enhancing appearance. Use on
new floors or furniture, or older or previously coated indoor wood surfaces
that need sprucing up. Our Hemp Oil is cold pressed, meaning that no
chemicals or solvents are used to extract our oil, giving it a beautiful natural
look while ensuring it is safe. Zero VOC. USDA Certified Biobased.
• Dries to a matte finish
• Penetrates wood
• Water resistant & easy to apply
• Cleans up with soap & water
• Use over raw wood, milk paint, or to revive old finishes
Want to give one of our new products a try? It’s WHEY easy! Call or text us for a sample - 802.472-8700

VERMONT NATURAL COATINGS
PROFESSIONAL RESOURCES
From safety information to training, we want you to have access to all the information you need to safely
and successfuly apply our Professional Flooring Products.
The Vermont Natural Coatings PolyWhey Training Center
Our training facility allows you to test the PolyWhey line of finishes on a variety of species. Located above
our manufacturing center, you will have access to all the latest products. Our flooring pros will guide you
through the most advanced sanding and finish techniques. Schedule a training session or learn about
upcoming schools by calling 802-472-8700.
USDA Certified BioPreferred Products:
Managed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the goal
of the BioPreferred Program is to increase the purchase and use of
biobased products. Multiple USDA Certified Biobased products are
featured in our Professional Flooring catalogue. Biobased products
are derived from plants and other renewable agricultural, marine, and
forestry materials and provide a sustainable alternative to
conventional petroleum derived products.
Try PolyWhey On Us:
Call, text or e-mail and we’ll get a sample out to you so you can
experience the PolyWhey difference.
Samples are available for all Professional Flooring products.
CALL OR TEXT: 802-472-8700
EMAIL: sales@vermontnaturalcoatings.com
WEB: www.vermontnaturalcoatings.com

VISION, DAIRY, WHEY AND SCIENCE:
THE VERMONT NATURAL COATINGS STORY
PolyWhey® started as collaboration among farmers, furniture makers and University of
Vermont scientists to expand the value of Vermont’s agriculture and forestry industries. It has
emerged as new coatings science, creating a category of wood finish with the durability of
oil-based finishes and the advantages of waterborne finishes with none of the disadvantages
of either. PolyWhey’s patented formula uses whey protein, a byproduct of cheese making, to
replace toxic ingredients traditionally found in wood finish. The result is a naturally durable,
safe and easy-to-use finish that has established the highest performance and environmental
standards. We started on the shelves of one retail store in Greensboro, Vermont (population
770) and now are available in stores throughout the United States and Canada.
“We’ve grown by building strong relationships with retailers, contractors, architects and
homeowners. Each connection is based on providing the best wood protection while making
application and living conditions dramatically better. We’re as concerned about indoor air
quality as we are outdoor air pollution. We’re proud of our lasting connections and
partnerships and remain committed to developing products that use sustainable ingredients
and are safe for people, pets and the environment.”
Andrew B. Meyer - President & Founder
2019