Waterlox Coatings Corporation
9808 Meech Avenue 鈥? Cleveland, OH 44105
Phone: 216.641.4877 鈥? Fax: 216.641.7213
www.waterlox.com
Waterlox Original
Sealer/Finish
Description Staining with Waterlox
Waterlox Original Sealer/Finish is a clear, medium gloss Stain can be added to your first coat of Waterlox Original Sealer/Finish.
sealer and finish coat (two products in one), which You can add up to 1 quart of oil-based stain to 1 gallon of Waterlox
penetrates wood enabling it to resist moisture, dirt, Original Sealer/Finish (4:1 ratio). We recommend you use an old-
common household acids, alcoholic beverages, heat and fashioned oil-based stain (without additives such as urethane). Test the
cold. stain mixture as well as the subsequent coats of Waterlox Original
Finishes before applying to the entire surface.
Uses
Waterlox Original Sealer/Finish is recommended for all Coverage
interior wood surfaces, slate, brick or stone. When used as a sealer and One gallon of Waterlox Original Sealer/Finish covers 500 square feet
finish coat combined, Waterlox Original Sealer/Finish renders a hand- per gallon per coat. For harder woods such as oak, cherry, hickory and
rubbed appearance in a medium (50-55掳 gloss) sheen. Waterlox heart pine, a total of 3 coats is needed. For softer woods such as pine
Original is non-toxic when dry. and Douglas fir, a total of 4 coats is needed. Thinning is not necessary.
Waterlox Original Sealer/Finish may also be used on exterior wood Begin all flooring projects with Waterlox Original Sealer/Finish.
surfaces as a sealer (only) to seal out moisture and intensify adhesion Completed, you will have a medium sheen (50-55掳 gloss). For a satin
of the finish coat (latex and oil-base paints, or our Marine Finish). When sheen (20-25掳 gloss), apply 1-2 coats of Sealer/Finish and follow with 2
used as a sealer under urethanes and waterbornes, it will enhance coats of Satin Finish. For a gloss sheen (85掳 gloss), apply 1-2 coats of
adhesion as well as reduce unwanted effects of water on wood such as Sealer/Finish and follow with 2 coats of High Gloss Finish.
grain raising and swelling. As a paint and stain additive, Waterlox
Original Sealer/Finish acts as a penetrating and bodying agent. Dry Time
After each coat has been applied, allow to air dry for 6-24 hours, or until
Preparation of Surfaces tack-free. Dry time depends on temperature, ventilation and humidity.
Apply to a small test area and allow to dry prior to applying to the entire For best results apply when temperatures are over 60掳F, and when
surface. Final color effect is always influenced by the grain, texture, humidity is relatively low. Dry time will increase due to low temperatures
porosity, species of wood, number of coats and by method of or high humidity. We recommend putting a box fan in a window facing
application. outward to ensure adequate ventilation.
Strip previously finished surfaces to bare wood. Where not possible to Clean Up/Storage
strip all wood, Waterlox Original Sealer/Finish can be used as a Use mineral spirits or turpentine to clean tools, equipment, applicators
primer/tie-coat. If the previous finish is a urethane or unknown, the and spills. Then wash with warm soapy water.
finish must be abraded before application. Sand the surface well and
wipe clean with a tack cloth or cloth dampened with paint thinner. Transfer unused Waterlox Original Sealer/Finish to smaller tightly
sealed jars or raise the level in the original container by adding clean
Application marbles or stones. This is to prevent the potential jelling of contents due
Application methods include lambswool, brush, roller, cloth, or spray. to air exposure within the can.
For floors, we recommend using a lambswool applicator to apply the
finish. To smooth out bubbles in the surface, you can follow up with a Cautions
china bristle brush. Be sure to apply the finish with the grain of the Do not use over wax. To avoid spontaneous combustion during
wood. temporary storage, soak soiled rags and waste immediately after use in
a water-filled, closed metal container. For MSDS information, visit our
Sanding between coats is not necessary for adhesion purposes, for website at www.waterlox.com.
aesthetic reasons, you can perform a light sanding with fine sandpaper,
DANGER! CONTAINS MINERAL SPIRITS. COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID
steel wool (0000) or buff with a 3M庐 white pad.
AND VAPOR. HARMFUL OR FATAL IF SWALLOWED. USE WITH
ADEQUATE VENTILATION. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
Waterlox Tung Oil Penetrates 路 No Sanding Necessary for Adhesion 路 Great for use with Exotics 路
Protects against moisture, heat/cold, household chemicals 路 Very easy to apply, maintain & re-coat
Visit us on the web at www.waterlox.com for more information
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