Weatherwash POLYURETHANE​: How to Apply

Weatherwash's POLYURETHANES can be applied use either an atomized paint brush,paint sprayer or squeegee.​​Polyurethanes are perfect for large surface application, like floors.​

- Clear, Satin Sheen

- Clear, Dead Flat

  • BRUSH MATERIALS

    • Good quality synthetic brush or a stiff sponge brush (preferred) 
    • ​Do not thin.​

  • SPRAY MATERIALS

    • Gravity sprayer
    • Atomized Gun
    • ​Thin materials up to 10% with water

  • BRUSH APPLICATION

    PREPARATION

    Professional mix or stir Varnish for 60 seconds. Make sure to re-incorporate materials that may have settled to the bottom of the can.

    BRUSH APPLICATION

    Use a good quality brush or a sponge brush to apply varnish. Sponge brush is preferredApply Varnish in the direction of the wood grain (follow the stripes in the wood). 

    • Varnish is self leveling. 
    • ​Make sure to really cover and split ends and wood imperfections. 
    • Work in sections on large projects, keeping a wet edge as you move. 
    • Wet varnish may look slightly blue or purple, but will dry clear.


    ​DRY TIME

    Allow the wood to dry between coats, dry time approx. 30 minutes.​

    RE-COAT

    Apply 2-4 coats of polyurethane, for superior protection on any high-use areas in home, like table, cabinetry, millwork, floors, etc. ​Re-apply second coat within 2-4 hours of applying first coat or after 24 hours.

    CLEAN UP

    Easy soap and water clean up.

    CURE TIME

    Allow it to dry for 7-10 days before light use.​Wait 30 days before full use. ​

  • SPRAY GUN APPLICATION

    PREPARATION

    Professional mix or stir Polyurethane for 60 seconds. Make sure to re-incorporate materials that may have settled to the bottom of the can.Thin polyurethane up to 10% with water, prior using in a sprayer. Now product is suitable for spraying. ​​

    SPRAYER APPLICATION

    Load diluted product into spray gun.Apply using broad sweeping motion and overlapping streams. ​

    • Polyurethane is self leveling. 
    • Make sure to really cover and split ends and wood imperfections.​ ​
    • ​Work in sections on large projects, keeping a wet edge as you move. 
    • Wet varnish may look slightly blue or purple, but will dry clear.


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    ​DRY TIME

    Allow the wood to dry between coats, dry time approx. 30 minutes.​

    ​RE-COAT

    Apply 2-4 coats of polyurethane, for superior protection on any high-use areas in home, like table, cabinetry, millwork, floors, etc. ​Re-apply second coat within 2-4 hours of applying first coat or after 24 hours.

    ​CLEAN UP

    Clean your spray gun with denatured alcohol after use. Then run through water until it's clear. 

    CURE TIME

    Allow it to dry for 7-10 days before light use.​Wait 30 days before full use. 

CARE

Do not clean topcoat until the finish has cured completely. Polyurethane cure time guideline: 30 days. ​After your finish has cured, clean items with warm water and lint free rag. If needed, add a small dot of dish soap or a dash of vinegar. As a fine finish care is important, be sure to use coasters, mats and trivets. Wipe spills immediately and only use a water damp microfiber cloth and mild dishsoap to clean.

​Avoid using any oil-soaps or silicone-based daily cleaners or sprays. These products and the chemicals in other cleaners can contaminate your finish and can prevent adhesion of future finishes. 

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