To coat new bare timber immediately, scrub damp timber with Cabot's New Timber Prep, following label instructions. New Timber Prep will draw out tannins and oils quickly from the surface, allowing you to skip the 4-6 weeks weathering process required for new timber. Always follow New Timber Prep with Cabot's Deck Clean following label instructions. Remove excess water from the surface with squeegee on Cabot’s Deck Prep brush, and allow timber to dry for at least 1 hour. Note: Cooler conditions could slow down the drying time of the timber.

Lightly sand and remove all sanding dust, then check for adhesion by applying one coat to a small test area and allow to dry for 4 hours. Press a piece of sticky tape firmly to the surface and pull off quickly. If the coating isn't removed with the tape, clean surface with Cabot's Deck Clean following label instructions and coat with Cabot's Exterior Clear Water Based.

Clean surface with Cabot's Deck Clean following label instructions. Test if the surface is ready for coating by sprinkling water on the timber. If the water beads on the surface, repeat the application of Cabot's Deck Clean. If water is absorbed into timber, it is ready for coating. For a more transparent look, sand timber back to bare before coating.

For best results, sand timber back to fresh substrate. Clean with Cabot's Deck Clean following label instructions.

Brush, Spray

1. Stir thoroughly with a broad flat paddle before and during use.
2. Always brush in the direction of the grain. Apply 3 liberal coats, allowing 4 hours between coats. 
3. For best results, lightly sand surface between coats ensuring all sanding dust is removed. 
4. For additional protection in areas exposed directly to sunlight, further coats may be applied.