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- Product
Description
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- The handcrafted workmanship
of log home interiors makes one of the most beautiful expressions
of environmental architecture in the residential housing market
today. Organiclear™ interior wood finishes (IWF) are ideally
suited to impeccably enhance, protect and prolong the beauty
of interior wood surfaces, all at the same time. Organiclear™
IWF in "natural clear" creates a lustrous and impressive
wood finish that softly highlights the natural grain and texture
of wood. The outstanding visual impact of Organiclear™ IWF
is enriched by the quality built into every drop of wood finish.
The exclusive IWF blend of oil-enriched ingredients for log homes
imparts a beautiful finish that lends a rich ambiance to the
interior of your entire home.
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- Organiclear's™ IWF is available
in two deeply-penetrating formulas: Polyurethane (IWF-P) or Alkyd
(IWF-A) based resin wood finishes.
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- Organiclear™ IWF-P is a
unique polyurethane blend of oils and resins which gives a luxurious
luster to log surfaces. IWF-P penetrates deeply into wood fibers
to prevent excessive drying and splintering. The finish results
in a low-gloss, microporous film that lets wood breathe and will
not blister or peel. IWF-P also gives wood a durable finish that
is highly resistant to scratching and everyday wear and tear
in just ONE COAT. Log walls are easy to dust and clean with normal
domestic detergents.
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- IWF-A is a "high solids",
interior wood finish specially blended to protect the beauty
of walls and woodwork. IWF-A provides a natural, non-glossy finish
while allowing the oils and resins to penetrate the wood fibers
and bring out the natural-grain beauty. The finish reduces excessive
drying and prevents splintering, blistering, peeling or cracking.
The microporous finish allows wood to breathe to insure that
moisture doesn't get trapped in the walls. Wood surfaces finished
with IWF-A are resistant to stains and scratches. Organiclear's™
IWF-A offers many of the same characteristics as IWF-P, with
the added benefit of being tolerant to limited outdoor application
such as garden furniture.
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- Use
Organiclear™ IWF-A and
P wood finishes inside your home and water-repellent WR or TM-Series
outside for a totally integrated Organiclear™ wood coating
and finish protection system. There is an Organiclear™ product
available to satisfy the distinctive image you want to convey
in your home.
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- Uses:
- The Organiclear™ IWF-P
and A are excellent finishes for interior log walls and natural
wood paneling. IWF-A may also be used to enhance the beauty of
interior woodwork and is tolerant to limited exterior exposure,
allowing many outdoor applications.
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- Color Range:
- Available in a variety of highly
durable pre-mixed semi-transparent stains from natural clear
and light brown/honey to dark browns and weathered grays. See our color chart.
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- Application
Guidelines
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- Directions Before Use:
- Organiclear™ IWF is formulated
for interior use only. The application area should be well-ventilated.
Before coating, inspect the interior wall to be sure it is dry,
clean, unsealed, and unpainted. Remove any loose dust or dirt
with a vacuum. Sand the wood if necessary to clean problem areas.
Fill any holes with a quality wood filler to match the wall color.
Prior to use, stir the treatment well and do not dilute the formulation.
Routinely stir during application.
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- Wear Proper Clothes:
- To protect against skin irritation,
you or your wood treatment contractor should always wear a long-sleeved
shirt, long pants and goggles. Use an OSHA approved mask to protect
against breathing vapors or mist. Inside ventilation is important:
open windows. For your safety, please read the product label
carefully before use.
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- Weather Check:
- Apply at indoor temperatures
of 50° to 80°F.
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- Surface Preparation:
- Be sure that wood is free from
dirt, dust, bark, sawdust, mud, and preweathering discoloration.
Wood must be dry, unsealed, and unpainted. Scrubbing with a detergent/water
mixture will remove any dirt. If mildew is present, it can be
killed and removed by scrubbing with a solution of one quart
household bleach, one gallon of water and one pound of Tri-Sodium
Phosphate (available at your local hardware store) or non-ammoniated
detergent. Rinse off completely and allow to dry after scrubbing.
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- What
to do before applying a sealer or stain to new wood
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- Although brand new wood may
look clean, it has dirt, mildew, waxy residues and mill glaze.
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- Mill glaze is produced by high
speed planes in modern lumber mills. Often the high speed planes
not only plane the wood, but they crush the exterior wood fiber
to create a very shiny lumber surface. The crushed fibers do
not let stain and seal coatings absorb properly, causing finish
failure.
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- Apply a mill glaze remover product.
These products are designed to clean the wood, lower the pH,
relieve the surface tension and help the wood to absorb the sealer
or stain evenly. This assures maximum stain absorption, prevents
flaking or scaling of the coating and leads to a longer lasting
job without a splotchy look.
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- Method of Application:
- For best results, apply IWF
liberally with a medium-fine bristle paint brush when the material
is at room temperature. Start painting from the top of the interior
wall. Wipe any drips with a rag moistened with paint thinner.
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- Coverage:
- Depending upon the method of
application and the porosity, texture and dryness of the wood,
allow 200 - 400 square feet per gallon.
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- Drying Time:
- IWF is dry to the touch in about
2 hours and completely dry in 6 - 8 hours, depending upon temperature
and humidity conditions in your area.
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- Clean Up:
- Use mineral spirits or paint
thinner to clean brushes and equipment. Remove drips and spatters
from all surfaces after completion. Wash skin thoroughly with
soap and water.
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- Storage:
- Cover the product when not in
use. Keep in tightly sealed containers out of reach of children.
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- Care and Maintenance:
- For cleaning of walls, use brush
attachment on a vacuum cleaner. For marks, use mild soap or detergent
for cleaning. Do not use abrasive cleaners, solvents, or lacquer
thinners. Many factors can control the life expectancy of an
interior wood finish. When the interior needs refinishing, completely
sand the surface, vacuum all dust off the logs and apply one
coat of IWF. See our
Log Home Care And Maintenance Guide.
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- Packaging:
- Available in 1,5, and 55-gallon
containers.
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