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HOW TO APPLY WATTYL ESTAPOL CLEAR FINISHES }
PROJECT USAGE GUIDE
Use our easy step by step guide to applying an Estapol Clear finish to your piece of furniture.
TIMBER CONDITIONS PREPARATION METHOD Painted
Use paint stripper to remove paint coating. Thoroughly sand surface back to bare timber. Fill any holes or cracks with timber putty. Sand the surface to prepare it with 120 grit sandpaper and final sand with up to 400 grit sandpaper. Always sand in the direction of the grain. Use a paint stripper or thoroughly sand back to bare timber. Fill any holes or cracks with timber putty. Allow to dry before sanding smooth. Always sand in the direction of the grain. Fill any holes or cracks with a suitable timber putty. Sand the surface to prepare it with 120 grit sandpaper and final sand with up to 400 grit sandpaper. Always sand in the direction of the grain.
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SURFACE PREPARATION There are different methods of preparing your timber prior to applying a clear finish. This will depend on the condition and coating on your timber. To produce a piece of furniture with a truly professional look and feel there are a number of important steps to take during preparation and finishing.
APPLYING THE FINISH 1. Apply 2 or 3 generous coats with a fine bristled brush, applicator pad, spray gun or lambswool applicator. 2. On new timber, thin the first coat up to 5%. No thinning is required for subsequent coats. 3. Apply evenly over the surface finishing with brush strokes or chosen application method along the grain. 4. When covering large areas take care to maintain a “wet edge” and do not go back over the clear finished surface once the film has set. 5. Allow to dry as per product directions and lightly sand between 1st and 2nd coats before recoating.
HANDY HINTS Stir well with a wide flat stirrer before and during use ensuring the product does not aerate as this will produce bubbles in the finish. DO NOT shake. Follow application instructions for best results. Coat windows sparingly in contact areas. To avoid sticking, move windows within 30 minutes of application.
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