exterior Woodcare p ro j e c t g u i d e
s u rfac e pre p Proper preparation of the surface prior to using any wood care product is the key to achieving lasting results. Taking the time to identify and correct problem areas will pay dividends over time and make for a beautiful and durable project. M i l d e w, A l g a e , M o l d & D i rt A clean surface can result in a finish lasting 3-4 times as long as a finish applied to a dirty or unprepared surface. Cabot Problem-Solver Wood Cleaner, Wood Brightener and Wood Strippers work fast and prepare properly.
Peeling & Unsound S u r fa c e s Unsound surfaces such as failed coatings, loose wood fiber, grain erosion, weathered wood or simple dirt need to be prepared thoroughly for proper coating penetration and adhesion. The steps are easy and the benefits are great.
T h e P ro b l e m S o lv e r s
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Cabot Problem-Solver Wood Cleaner, Brightener or Strippers are essential products for creating a properly prepared surface for coating. Each product is carefully engineered for maximum performance.
Fi n ish ing The application of any wood care product is the final touch to protecting and beautifying your wood care project. The right tools and the proper techniques will yield the longest lasting results. T h e To o l s Every job begins and ends with the right tools, and wood care is no exception. Start with premium-quality brushes, rollers or pad applicators and be sure to have drop cloths, solvents, eye protection, rags and other sundry items to make the job easier.
The Techniques The finest applicationcan be achieved by brushing the finish into the wood using a high-quality brush. Be sure to follow the directions on the label and do not over, or under apply the coating. Work towards logical breaks to avoid lap marks or the overlapping of coats. Always apply according to the directions.
# 1 R at e d P ro d u c t s Years of exceptional performance and innovation have made Cabot’s distinctive yellow label the benchmark for exceptional quality wood care. This is what wood care enthusiasts expect and why Cabot is consistently rated #1 in product tests, year after year.
O PAC I T Y To reveal or conceal, Cabot’s Exterior Wood Care Products have a wide range of pigmentation that blend beauty with protection.
SOLID Total coverage gives maximum protection.
SEMI-SOLID Extra pigment adds longevity.
SEMIT R A N S PA R E N T Lightly pigmented for increased protection.
TRANSLUCENT Soft tones for natural beauty.
CLEAR Water repellency with no color.
sa m p l e i t. There is no better way to visualize color than to apply a sample of the actual coating to be used to the actual surface of the project. Cabot's unique color sampling program provides 4-ounce liquid samples of all Cabot products, colors and opacities. When it comes to feeling confident about color selection – seeing is believing. Visit your local Cabot retailer for these helpful little cans.
P ro d u ct FORMULATION
COLORS
APPLICATION
# COATS
Waterproofing
Water-Based
3 + Clear
Decks/Siding
1
Toned
Clear Solution
Oil-Based
4 + Natural
Decks/Siding
1
Toned
Australian Timber Oil
Oil-Based
3 + Natural
Decks/Furniture
1
Toned
Water-Based
3 + Natural
Decks /Fences
2
Toned
Oil-Based
100
Decks
1
Moderate
Water-Based
100
Decks
1
Opaque
Composite Decking Stains
Oil/Water Combined
100
Decks
1
Moderate
Solid Composite Stains
Oil/Water Combined
100
Decks
1
Opaque
Semi-Transparent Stains
Oil or Water-Based
100
Siding/Trim
1
Light
Semi-Solid Stains
Oil or Water-Based
100
Siding/Trim
1
Moderate
Bleaching Oil
Oil-Based
1
Siding
1
Light
Weathering Stain
Oil-Based
1
Siding
1
Light
Water-Based
100
Siding/Trim
2
Opaque
Oil
100
Siding & Trim
1
Opaque
Water-Based
100
Siding/Trim
2
Opaque
PRODUCT
OPACITY
Deck Care
S.P.F. Deck & Fence Decking Stains Solid Decking Stains
S i d i ng Ca re
PRO.V.T. Solid Stain O.V.T. Solid Color Oil Stain The Finish
s e lector DRY TIME
DURABILITY
U.V. PROTECTION
FADE RESISTANCE
MILDEW RESISTANCE
CLEAN-UP
1 Hour
1-2 Years
Good
Good
Good
Soap & Water
24 Hours
1-2 Years
Good
Good
Good
Solvent
24 Hours
1-2 Years
Good
Good
Good
Solvent
2 Hours
2-4 Years
Better
Better
Better
Soap & Water
24 Hours
2-4 Years
Better
Better
Better
Solvent
24 Hours
2-4 Years
Better
Better
Better
Soap & Water
24 Hours
2-4 Years
Better
Better
Better
Soap & Water
24 Hours
3-5 Years
Best
Best
Best
Soap & Water
24 Hrs./2 Hrs.
2-4 Years
Good
Good
Good
Soap & Water/Solvent
24 Hrs./2 Hrs.
3-5 Years
Better
Better
Better
Soap & Water/Solvent
24 Hours
3-5 Years
Better
Better
Better
Solvent
24 Hours
3-5 Years
Good
Good
Good
Solvent
2 Hours
4-6 Years
Best
Best
Best
Soap & Water
24 Hours
4-6 Years
Best
Best
Best
Solvent
2 Hours
4-6 Years
Best
Best
Best
Soap & Water
130 years after inventing the very first shingle stain, Cabot Wood Care Products are widely regarded as the best, most innovative and longest lasting architectural coatings available today. This is made possible by a continuing commitment to developing premium-quality stains, paints and finishes that use the purest pigments and finest ingredients. Cabot Wood Care Products have a finish for every wood you will consider –– for every style and for every taste, as well as a complete line of wood preparation products to assure beautiful, long-lasting results for every outdoor project.
Samuel Cabot Incorporated 100 Hale Street Newburyport, MA 01950
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