SURFACE PREPARATION
ALL SURFACES
Remove any existing finishes with sandpaper or liquid stripper. Prepare bare wood for staining by sanding in the direction of the grain. Begin with 120 grit sandpaper and progress through 150 and 180 grits. Before staining, remove all sanding dust, dirt, grease or glue with a vacuum, or clean rag dampened with mineral turps.
TESTING COLOUR
Be sure to test your stain to verify the desired colour. To test, apply the stain in an inconspicuous area.
OPTIONAL STEPS
Pre-treat soft woods, such as pine, by lightly wiping the wood’s surface with a cloth moistened with Zinsser Scandinavian Oil in Natural. Immediately wipe the surface completely dry and proceed with testing Zinsser Scandinavian Oil for colour on hidden section of wood.
APPLICATION
Use on dry wood from which all previous coatings have been removed. Sand wood smooth and wipe clean. SHAKE CONTAINER THOROUGHLYand test for colour on hidden section of wood. (NOTE: To ensure uniform colour and/or appearance, complete the entire project with the same stain colour as shown on the front of this label.) Flood surface using brush or cloth, applying additional finish to areas that absorb all of the liquid. Allow to penetrate for 30 minutes.
RECOAT & TOP COAT
Reapply, allowing an additional 15 minutes penetration. Wipe surface completely dry. Ready for use in 8-10 hours. If a topcoat such as a polyurethane is desired, allow Zinsser Scandinavian Oil to dry 72 hours before applying.
MAINTENANCE
Apply fresh coats as needed to repair surface scratches and remove minor stains. Burnish affected area with fine steel wool or 220 grit sandpaper, then apply the colour of Zinsser Scandinavian Oil originally used to finish the wood.
CLEAN UP
Clean application tools and equipment with mineral turps.
DISPOSAL
Warning!Rags, brushes, or other waste soaked with this product may spontaneously catch fire if improperly discarded. Immediately after use, place rags or waste in a sealed, water-filled metal container. Dispose of contaminated absorbent, container and unused contents in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.