• 2100-2300 Product Data Guide
• 2100-2300 Material Safety Data Sheet

USES: Protects exterior woods such as redwood, cedar, other softwoods and pressure treated wood. Excellent for decks, siding, fences, trim and outdoor furniture and other exterior wood.

SURFACE PREPARATION:

DO NOT APPLY OVER SEALED SURFACES.  DO NOT APPLY TO WET WOOD.

Remove previous oxidized oil base stains with Superdeck Brand Products Wood Cleaner. NEW WOOD that has not been kiln dried must be allowed to season 2 to 4 weeks before applying product. Dry time will vary depending on weather and moisture content of wood. Wood may be clean enough to directly apply stain. If not, or if wood has mill glaze, clean redwood & cedar surfaces with Superdeck Brand Products Wood Brightener; clean pressure treated wood surfaces with Wood Cleaner. WEATHERED WOOD should be free from dirt and other foreign materials. Thoroughly clean all wood surface types with Wood Cleaner and rinse. For redwood & cedar, follow with Wood Brightener to remove tannin stains and brighten wood to its original color.

PRODUCT PREPARATION: Product should be shaken or stirred from bottom of container before and during application.

APPLICATION METHODS: Product may be brushed, rolled or sprayed. If sprayed, use the lowest possible pressure needed for a reasonable spray pattern. Back rolling is suggested when spraying, working the product smoothly and evenly into the wood. This will decrease the possibility of pools or puddles on the surface and ensure a properly penetrated finish.

APPLICATION: Proper application is essential in order to accomplish the full benefits of product appearance and performance. Different wood species, textures and natural color will affect finished shade. Always test a small area first for color satisfaction before coating entire project. Semi-transparent is a penetrating stain that must be applied only at a rate the wood will absorb. Do not pool or puddle product on surface. Excess product allowed to sit on surface will result in a tacky finish and extended dry time. Remove tacky finish with mineral spirits within 24 hours of application or with a mild solution of Wood Cleaner after 24 hours. When properly applied, the wood surface will have a positive dry and the wood fibers beneath the surface will maintain excellent lubrication.

APPLICATION TEMPERATURE: 40º F.-95º F. Do not apply if wood surface is hot to touch or if rain is likely to occur.

NUMBER OF COATS: One coat depending on wood porosity and wood moisture content.

DRY TIME @ 77º F: 8 hours to touch, 24 hours for traffic; depending on weather conditions.

THINNING:  None required.

SPREAD RATE: Approximate spread rate: Smooth Surfaces: 250-350 sq. ft./gal.; Rough Sawn: 150-250 sq. ft./gal.