Coverage: The coverage of SICO ProLuxe Srd exterior wood stain varies with the wood's texture, moisture content, and application technique. On average, expect to cover 250-400 sq. ft. per gallon on smooth surfaces. Rougher textures may require more product.
Surface Preparation: All wood surfaces must be thoroughly clean, dry and free of dirt, grease, grim, mildew, mill glaze and previous coatings before application. Spray all wood surfaces with clean water, completely wetting the wood. Apply a cleaning solution of four (4) ounces of 100% powdered Tri-Sodium Phosphate (TSP) or phosphate-free substitute with one (1) quart of liquid bleach and three (3) quarts of water to the wood surfaces with a garden
sprayer or a heavy nap roller cover. Scrub surface with a hard bristle brush for 15-20 minutes to help remove mill glaze or weathering. Do not allow solution to dry on the wood surface. Power-wash wood surface with clean fresh water using 500-800 psi with the nozzle 8-12 inches away to remove cleaning solution. Allow the surface to dry for 48 hours, or to have a moisture content of 18% or less before application. Sand all cleaned wood using 80-120 grit sandpaper for vertical surfaces and 60-80 grit sandpaper for horizontal surfaces. Always sand in direction of the wood grain and remove sanding dust. Finish should be applied within one week of preparation for horizontal surfaces (decks) and four weeks for vertical surfaces (siding), provided that the surface remains free of dirt, grease, grim and mildew.
Application Equipment: Application using a natural bristle brush is the preferred method. If applied by roller or airless sprayer, back-brush
immediately to ensure penetration and to avoid an uneven finish. Apply only one even coat, in the direction of the grain, avoiding heavy application. To avoid lap marks, start at one edge and follow through to the end of each board, maintaining a wet edge. Coat all end grains and the back of all boards if possible.
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Airless Spray: Pressure 700 to 800 psi; tip 0.011” to 0.015”. Spray equipment must be handled with due care and in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendation. High-pressure injection of coatings into the skin by airless equipment may cause serious injury.
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Brush: Natural Bristle Brush
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Roller (nap roller cover): 3/8” - 1/2”
Maintenance: Proper maintenance starts with visual inspection and a water-absorption test. A timeframe of approximately two to three years on the south and west exposures and three to four years on the north and east exposures can be used for general purposes. However, as weathering, exposure, and altitude vary, maintenance may be needed sooner and should be performed when necessary regardless of timeframe. Follow the cleaning recommendation as outlined above and allow the surface to dry two to three days. Apply one coat of this product. NOTE: Areas that have minimum wear should be coated lightly. Hardwoods may require more frequent maintenance.
Cleanup: Clean tools immediately with mineral spirits. Clean spills
right away with a damp cloth.
DANGER - RAGS, STEEL WOOL, OR WASTE SOAKED WITH PROLUXE WOOD FINISH MAY SPONTANEOUSLY CATCH FIRE IF IMPROPERLY DISCARDED. IMMEDIATELY AFTER EACH USE, PLACE RAGS, STEEL WOOL, OR WASTE IN A SEALED, WATER-FILLED, METAL CONTAINER.
DisposaI: Contact your local environmental regulatory agency for
guidance on disposal of unused product. Do not pour down a drain or
storm sewer.
