How to use Flood ® Finishers to finish a new deck

Apply TWO COATS of Flood ® CWF ® Hardwoods Clear Wood Finish for Fences, Decks and Siding. Apply 2nd coat within four hours of first coat.

Flood® CWF®
Hardwoods Clear Wood Finish for Fences, Decks and Siding

Penetrating Water-Borne Natural Wood Finish

Available In
• CWF® Hardwoods Clear Wood Finish is tintable to a wide range of wood colors. A sample brush out on the surface to be coated is recommended to determine the actual color result. For color uniformity, intermix in one container all products to be used on an entire section.

Where To Use
• All new and weathered exterior woods including T1-11, Cedar, Redwood and Pressure-Treated Wood
• New and weathered exotic hardwoods such as, Ipe, Pau Lope®, Ironwood, Mahogany and Teak
• Horizontal and vertical surfaces such as decks, siding, fences and furniture

Surface Preparation
• All surfaces to be coated must be free of all dirt, grease, grime, mildew and previous coatings.
• Apply to bare wood surfaces or over a previous weathered application of CWF® Hardwoods. Remove previous stain, varnish or sealers with Flood® Cleaner Premium Wood Cleaner and Brightener per label directions.
• Remove mildew with a solution of 4 ounces of non-ammoniated detergent (TSP), 1 quart of outdoor bleach and 3 quarts of fresh water. Allow this solution to remain on
the surface for 10-15 minutes, then rinse thoroughly.
• After cleaning allow the wood to dry 2 days or until it has reached a moisture content of 20% or less before finishing.

Preparation for New Wood
• New wood surfaces have a hard shiny surface called mill glaze that prevents maximum penetration and bonding of a finish. To properly prepare the surface for application sand the surface with 80 grit sandpaper, using a hand or pole sander. Clean off all loose wood particles. Test wood for absorbency by sprinkling water on the surface. If water is absorbed rapidly, the surface is ready for finishing.

Application
• Cover everything you do not wish to coat, including plants and shrubs.
• Apply between 50° and 90° F. Do not apply in hot sunlight.
• Do not apply if cold, wet weather is expected within 24 hours.
• Do not thin - use as is.
• Apply with one or combination of the following - Brush: High quality synthetic stain brush, Roller: Synthetic woven cover 3/8-3/4 inch,
Spray: Air-Less Sprayer .011 - .015 fluid tip/ 700-800 psi or less, or garden sprayer.
• Stir thoroughly before and periodically during application.
• Apply one coat of CWF® Hardwoods.
• Apply a second coat as soon as the wet look dulls (30-60 minutes) or anytime thereafter.
• After sprayer or roller application, backbrush to improve penetration
and uniformity of coverage.
• Wipe up or brush out any puddles to avoid shiny areas, (within 30 minutes).

Dry Time
• 24 hours

Coverage
• Rough Surfaces 100 - 150 sq. ft.
• Smooth Surfaces 200 - 350 sq. ft.

Clean Up
• Clean up soap and water.

Maintenance
• Surfaces with harsh exposure to sun, weather or foot traffic could show wear more quickly than other surfaces. In addition, due to the dense cell structure of exotic hardwoods, these surfaces may also wear more quickly. If this happens, a quick and simple cleaning and recoat is necessary.