Application Directions

• Before You Begin instructions
  • Surface should be clean, porous and free of any previous finishes
  • For concrete: sprinkle a few drops of water on the surface; if they are quickly absorbed then the surface is ready to prep
  • Let wood dry in the open air for 3-5 days
  • Always apply to a small test area and allow to dry
  • Cover nearby bushes and flowers
  • Apply when air and surface temperatures are between 50 ˚F and 90 ˚F
• Preparation Warning
  WARNING! Removal of old paint by sanding, scraping or other means may generate dust or fumes that contain lead. Exposure to lead dust or fumes may cause brain damage or other adverse health effects, especially in children or pregnant women. Controlling exposure to lead or other hazardous substances requires the use of proper protective equipment such as a properly fitted respirator (NIOSH approved) and proper containment and cleanup. For more information, call the National Lead Information Center at 1-800-424-LEAD (in US) or contact your local health authority.
• SURFACE PREPARATION
  • If needed, sand with 80-100-grit (120-180 grit for rougher surfaces) sandpaper to remove any loose wood fibers
  • Replace severely damaged or rotting boards
  • Clean with Cabot Wood Cleaner to remove dirt, grime, mildew and other contaminants
  • If needed, brighten with Cabot Wood Brightener to remove rust stains, tannin bleed or discoloration
  • If needed, remove old water- or oil-based coatings with Cabot Wood Stripper and neutralize with Cabot Wood Brightener
  • Check the label for additional and specialized directions
• APPLICATION STEPS
  • Apply with good-quality, natural-bristle brush, stain pads or professional spray equipment
  • When spraying, always back brush immediately. To ensure desired appearance and proper drying time, always finish a small test area before proceeding. Do not overapply.
  • Shake and stir thoroughly before and during use. If project requires more than one container, blend all containers together to ensure uniformity.
  • Apply to small sections at a time (1-3 boards); start at one edge and follow through to the end of the boards to avoid lap marks
  • Apply one coat only. For wood substrates only.
• CAUTIONS
  DANGER! Contains Petroleum Distillates and Crystalline Silica. KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. May affect the brain or nervous system causing dizziness, headache or nausea. Causes eye, skin, nose and throat irritation. Use only with adequate ventilation. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Avoid breathing vapors, spray mist or sanding dust. If painting indoors, open windows and doors or use other means to ensure fresh air entry during application and drying. If you experience eye watering, headache or dizziness, or if air monitoring demonstrates vapor/mist levels are above applicable limits, wear an appropriate, properly fitted respirator (NIOSH approved) during and after application. Follow respirator manufacturer’s directions for respirator use. When sanding, wear a dust mask. Avoid contact with the eyes and skin. Wash thoroughly after handling. Close container after each use. DO NOT TAKE INTERNALLY. NOTICE: Reports of commercial painters have associated repeated and prolonged occupational overexposure to solvents with permanent brain and nervous system damage. Intentional misuse by deliberately concentrating and inhaling the vapors may be harmful or fatal. Delayed effect from longterm exposure: Cancer hazard. Contains crystalline silica, which can cause cancer. Risk depends upon duration and level of exposure to dust generated from sanding surfaces or spray mist. WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer. First Aid: Eye Contact: Flush thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation persists, get medical attention.* If Inhaled: If affected by vapor or spray mist, move to fresh air. If breathing difficulty continues, get medical attention.* If Swallowed: Do not induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately.* * Call poison control center, hospital emergency room or physician immediately CS 6.3 HQG For additional safety and chronic health hazard information, refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet for this product. EMERGENCY MEDICAL TELEPHONE:1-888-345-5732