DESCRIPTION AND USES
Varathane Water-Based Stain + Spar Urethane lets you stain and finish outdoor furniture in one easy step. This premium formula allows you to quickly achieve a rich, deep color with a semi-gloss finish. Stain + Spar also offers protection from the elements. It features a fast dry time, low odor, and soap & water cleanup.
For exterior wood surfaces. Ideal for: railings, furniture, trim, and boats (above the waterline).
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR: Decks or high traffic areas, siding, or rough-sawn surfaces.
NOTE: THIS PRODUCT IS NOT INTENDED FOR INTERIOR SURFACES (except window trim). For interior surfaces, use Varathane One Step Stain + Polyurethane.
PRODUCT APPLICATION
SURFACE PREPARATION
All Surfaces: Surfaces must be clean, dry, and free of wax, grease, oil, shellac, lacquer, mildew, polishes, and any other existing finishes. Remove wax with a with wax stripper, shellac with a paint thinner, mildew with a solution of up to 10% household bleach and tap water, and any other existing finish with sandpaper or stripper. Old finishes in poor condition must be removed.
Bare or Unfinished Wood: Remove any existing finishes with sandpaper or stripper. Prepare bare wood for product application by sanding in the direction of the grain. Begin with Gator® #150 grit sandpaper and progress through #180 and #220 grits. Before staining, remove all sanding dust, dirt, grease, or glue with a vacuum or clean rag dampened with mineral spirits.
Wood with Existing Urethane Finish: Lightly sand existing finish with #320 grit sandpaper to encourage adhesion. Remove all dust with a vacuum or clean lint-free rag.
TESTING COLOR
Be sure to test Varathane Water-Based Stain + Spar Urethane to verify the desired color. To test, apply in an inconspicuous area. For a deeper color, additional coats may be applied.
APPLICATION
Stir thoroughly before and during use. To prevent bubbles in the finish, DO NOT SHAKE. Apply using a good- quality, synthetic bristle brush, foam brush or applicator. Do not apply in direct sunlight. Apply at temperatures above 55°F and below 90°F (13°-32°C). Allow finish to dry 2 hours and then recoat. Lower temperatures and/or higher humidity may cause slower dry times. Recoat only when previous coats have dried and feel hard. (A powder should develop when lightly sanded.) If any coat has dried more than 24 hours, lightly sand before recoating. A minimum of 3 coats are recommended. If grain raise occurs, sand smooth before final coat.
DRY TIME
Dry times are based on 70°F and 50% relative humidity. Dry times may be affected by temperature, humidity, and ventilation. Allow more time at cooler temperatures. Dries to the touch in 1 hour and can be recoated after 2 hours. Allow finish to dry 24 hours before light use. Wait 3 days before subjecting surface to normal usage.
CLEANUP
Clean up tools and equipment with soap and water.