One of the major challenges with exterior film forming coatings is that when they tend to fail, they will start to crack, chip and peel off the surface leaving the wood exposed. The Waterlox MARINE Sealer penetrates into the wood and chemically bonds with the MARINE Finishes to create a single film layer that is … Do I really need the Marine Sealer?
A common question asked is: I’ve heard that the Marine Sealer and the Original Sealer & Semi-Gloss Finish are the same product, so do I need the Marine Finishes? The initial statement is true. Waterlox MARINE Sealer (TB 3809) and Waterlox ORIGINAL Sealer & Semi-Gloss Finish (TB 5284) are the same product with different labels … Do I need to use a Marine Finish with the Marine Sealer?
A common question asked is: I have the ORIGINAL Satin Finish and the instructions say to start with the ORIGINAL Sealer & Semi-Gloss Finish, TRUETONE Stain or UTOS. Is that necessary? Because the ORIGINAL Satin Finish is a finish to be used on wood surfaces for a satin sheen, a Waterlox Sealer should be used … Do I have to use Original Sealer & Semi-Gloss Finish before Original Satin Finish?
In this instance, decorative finishes are considered to be “colorization” processes beyond the use of wood stain. This is most often solid paints for lettering, logos, pictures, etc. Some users will even use vinyl decals or logos that they then want to seal under the protective layer. Many options are compatible with Waterlox products, but … Decorative Finishes: Paint, Decals, etc.
The origin of our name, Waterlox, stands for “locks out water.” Therefore, we think our Waterlox ORIGINAL finishes are the perfect solution for any and all wood finishing project(s). When you add to that your plans to finish a known water-related area like a bathroom, kitchen, counter top or table top, we think Waterlox should … Countertops and Waterlox Original Tung oil finishes.
Waterlox ORIGINAL Sealer & Semi-Gloss Finish is a solution for concrete countertops; however, the number of coats may vary due to the differing levels of porosity in concrete products. Most projects will required between 3 and 4 coats of Waterlox ORIGINAL Sealer & Semi-Gloss Finish. The concrete should be allowed to cure for 30 days … Concrete countertops and Waterlox® tung oil finishes.
Before using a new applicator, be sure that any loose hairs or fibers are removed or cleaned from the applicator. This can be achieved by any of the following methods: Wrap the applicator with masking or painter’s tape and then remove the tape completely, or Put new and unused applicator pads in the dryer for a spin, … Cleaning the application tools.
For other wood finishing projects such as furniture, antiques, jewelry boxes, wood turnings, etc., we recommend: Dusting frequently with a microfiber dust rag/duster Cleaning with a damp cloth Using Waterlox® Cleaner Concentrate (following the directions on the label) for heavy-duty, large area cleaning Using Waterlox® Wood Surface Cleaner for light-duty, everyday cleaning
After the Waterlox® finish has dried and cured for at least 7 days, cleaning may be done. For floors, we recommend using a broom, damp mop or microfiber mop on the surface as needed. When a heavier cleaning is required for floors we suggest any of the following methods: Waterlox® Cleaner Concentrate (following the directions … Cleaning and maintenance of a Waterlox® finished floor.
After the Waterlox® finish has dried and cured for at least 7 days, cleaning may be performed. Cleaning options are as follows: Waterlox® Cleaner Concentrate (following the directions on the label) for heavy-duty, large area cleaning. One quart (32 oz) will make between 8 and 32 gallons of cleaner Waterlox® Wood Surface Cleaner (spray) (following … Cleaning and maintenance of a Waterlox® finished countertop.
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