Newly milled lumber often has a smooth, glossy surface from the planing process. This glossy surface can prevent the absorption of the finish and result in poor adhesion. Proper preparation as described below will help provide a porous surface that will adequately absorb the desired finish.

1. Wood should be dry-brushed using a brush with stiff bristles to remove loose dirt and fibers before preparation procedure.
2. Spray the surface with clean water to wet the wood.
3. Clean the surface with a solution of 1 quart of liquid bleach in 3 quarts of water. Apply this solution to the wood with a garden pump sprayer.
4. Let the solution sit on the wood for 15-20 minutes. During this period, scrub the surface with a hard bristle brush to help remove mill glaze. Do not let the solution dry on the wood. Keep it wet.
5. Power wash the cleaning solution from the wood with clean water using a power washer. To prevent damaging the wood do not exceed 500 psi. The washer nozzle must be a maximum of 1 foot from the surface for full effectiveness. Rinse from the top down.
6. Sand all glossy patches with 80-120 grit sand paper.

Coverage: The 1st coat of Cetol #1 covers approx. 250 sq. ft. The 2nd coat of Cetol #1 covers approx. 300 sq. ft. The 3rd coat is Cetol #23 and it covers approximately 400 sq. ft.

SIKKENS APPLICATIONS

There are two different procedures:

1. After proper drying, stain logs with one coat Cetol 1 (Sikkens Product), let dry 24 hours, caulk and let dry 7 days, then give second coat of stain, Cetol 1, let dry 24 hours, then one coat Cetol 23.
2. After proper drying, stain with Cetol 1, let dry 24 hours, then give second coat of stain, Cetol 1, let dry 24 hours, then one coat of Cetol 23, let dry 30 days, then caulk.