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- WR-2: Classic
- For above ground use in semi-dry
and dry climates, where humidity is of
modest concern.
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- WR-5: Maximum
For the extra demands of humid climates, where high air moisture content
is of primary
concern. WR-5M is suggested for use on below-ground wood applications.
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- Product
Description
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- The WR-Series is a superior
exterior wood treatment that restores, preserves and enhances
the natural beauty of your new or existing log home.
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- The WR-Series offers a unique
blend of deep-penetrating premium oils, resins and waxes to create
for your home the ultimate long-lasting MOISTURE-GUARD™
barrier against harsh weather. To enhance wood life further,
the WR-Series provides maximum protection against ultraviolet
(UV) radiation damage by combining sun blockers to absorb and
control UV degradation, thus minimizing wood deterioration. For investment
security, the WR-Series penetrating coatings will also prevent wood from
cracking or peeling.
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- The ORGANICLEAR™ WR-Series
yields a deluxe exterior finish that allows wood to "breathe"
naturally through a micro porous film and prevents moisture penetration.
Water beads up and rolls off the exterior wood surface. This
protective coating brings out the natural grain beauty of the
wood while preventing the wood from cracking and peeling. The
WR-Series is the perfect choice for the full realm of wood protection
your home needs to stand the test of time.
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- Exterior Uses:
- Organiclear™ WR-Series
Premium Wood Coatings and Finishes are designed to meet the tough
demands of log homes, i.e. log walls, dormers, porches, decks,
railings, gable ends, exterior trim, soffits, windows and doors,
etc. They also produce premier results on wood siding , shakes
and shingles, fences and outdoor furniture.
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- Color Range:
- Available in a variety of highly
durable transparent stains from 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:
- WR-Series Wood Coatings are
for exterior use only and should not be diluted. For best results,
treat new wood QUICKLY (within two weeks of weather exposure)
to avoid preweathering damage to wood surface. Prior to use,
mix well with a paint stick. 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. Also use an OSHA approved mask
to protect against inhalation of vapors. For your information
and safety, please take the time to read the product label carefully
before use. Before applying stain to the entire home, test on
a sample piece of log from your home to verify the color and
look you want.
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- Weather Check:
- Apply between the temperatures
of 50° and 90°F. Do not apply when hot, wet or windy
weather conditions are expected within 36 hours. Always wait
for moisture to dry before application.
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- Coats:
- One coat is sufficient to repel
water on most wood surfaces. However, two or three coats can
be applied if longer protection from ultraviolet
fading is desired.
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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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- Cleaning Surfaces:
- Wood should be clean and dry,
unpainted and free of all loose debris including loose bark,
sawdust, mud, etc. All upward-facing checks and splits in the
wood surface should be filled with an exterior wood filler. Any
unwanted stains, mildew, fungi or preweathering should be cleaned
first with a power washer using 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.
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- What
to do before applying a sealer or stain to a new deck or wood
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- Although a brand new deck or
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 deck preparation mill
glaze remover product. These products are designed to clean the
deck, 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:
- Apply the WR-Series liberally
to dry wood to the point of saturation. The preferred application
methods are:
- a quality paint brush,
- an airless sprayer (rentable)
- or a pump-type garden sprayer.
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- The wood coating should saturate
all checks or splits. All exposed log or timber ends should be
coated several times until all wood pores are saturated.
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- Drying Time:
- Allow 12-24 hours for drying.
The temperature and humidity conditions may necessitate a longer
drying period.
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- Clean-up:
- Use mineral spirits to clean
brushes and equipment, as well as to remove drips and spatters
from all surfaces. Use soap and water to wash skin thoroughly
after handling material.
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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:
- Wood surfaces may need to be
retreated every 3 - 4 years or earlier depending on weather exposure.
A close inspection of treated surfaces should be done annually. See our Log Home Care
And Maintenance Guide.
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- Packaging:
- Available in 1,5,and 55-gallon
containers. The most convenient container for most
applications will be 5-gallon pails.
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