Cabot's New Timber Prep
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Want to skip the 6-week weathering process? Cabot’s New Timber Prep draws out tannins and oils from new timber. It’s the high-strength deck prep essential for new timber jobs. Always follow Cabot’s New Timber Prep with Cabot’s Deck Clean to complete your deck preparation.
Looking to get your deck done in 1 day? Follow these deck prep products with Cabot's Aquadeck.
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| Application |
Brush
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| Coverage |
10 m2/L |
| Cleaning |
Water
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Product Data Sheet
1
Protect Surroundings
Cover all plants, bushes, glass, metal, paintwork, and any surfaces not intended for cleaning with plastic sheeting.
2
Prepare Timber
Hose down the timber surface to ensure it is damp before applying Cabot’s New Timber Prep.
3
Rinse Immediately
If Cabot’s New Timber Prep comes into contact with protected surfaces, rinse off thoroughly and immediately with clean water.
Important Note
Cabot’s New Timber Prep is for use on bare new timber only.
Hot tip!
Ensure New Timber Prep is fully washed from the surface as failure to do so may result in timber discolouration under transparent or semi-transparent finishes.
1
Shake Well
- Shake the contents thoroughly before use.
2
Apply Generously
- Use Cabot's Deck Prep brush to apply New Timber Prep undiluted across the entire timber surface.
- Do not spot clean.
3
Let It Sit
- Leave the product on for 10–15 minutes.
- Reapply as needed to keep the timber damp.
- Do not allow it to dry.
4
Scrub
- Scrub the surface with Cabot's Deck Prep brush.
- Avoid using wire brushes.
5
Rinse
Rinse thoroughly with a garden hose or power washer on the lowest setting to prevent timber damage.
6
Clean While Damp
- While the timber is still damp, clean it using Cabot's Deck Clean as per label instructions.
- Always use Deck Clean after New Timber Prep.
Hot tip!
New Timber Prep is very slippery. Take care when walking on treated surface.
Cabot's New Timber Prep
Removes tannins and oils from bare new timber surfaces
Water based
Cabot's New Timber Prep
is available at the following retailers
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If you are unsure how much product you need, please use our product calculator. Please note minimum length/width is 1 metre and maximum is 50 metres.
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