Use and Care Manual
Table Of Contents
- Preparation & 12% Moisture Content are #1 Imperative for success!
- See Delmhorst J-Lite Spec Sheet Attached! We no longer market this quality unit, but this unit is indicative of a PIN TYPE Moisture Meter. Homeowner versions are available @ Lowe's, Home Depot, Amazon & Other Suppliers!
- This Warranty is on the label of all Ready Seal Products.
- Ready Seal Interior Stain Prep & Application:
- The Following Narratives Should Answer Most Of Your Questions. If you need additional technical support, PLEASE contact us @ 888-782-4648!
- Preparation & 12% Moisture Content are #1 Imperatives for success!
- See Before and after photos of a cedar deck that was cleaned properly then stained with Natural Cedar. See Link Below!
- Double Click & Scroll to #9 Photo: Click On Photo To Bring Up Slide Show Format!
- Aged Substrate Preparation:
- New Deck vs. Old Deck:
- Two Coat Verification Test Method:
- Ready Seal Coverage Formula Example For Deck:
- Log Homes & Siding:
- For Fences & Other Applications, See Narratives Below.
- Moisture Content:
- Horizontal Substrates:
- The Ready Seal® Application Advantage
- Ready Seal® Stain and Sealer for Wood:
- The Ready Seal® Maintenance Advantage
- Ready Seal® Maintenance Process
Vintage Log Home Prep: First time cleaning-prep, we recommend using full strength-straight bleach with a tablespoon of dawn to a gallon
mixture & stray on the surfaces liberally allowing a 15 minute timeline, then power wash. If not clean enough, apply oxalic acid (available
in granules to mix with hot water) with a tablespoon of dawn to a gallon mixture & spray on the surfaces, then let dry. DO NOT RINSE.
Check moisture to 12%< then stain.
Vintage Log Home Previously Prepped & Stain: To prep for subsequent coatings, apply 25% bleach & 75% water mixture sprayed on for
fifthteen minutes, then rinse. Check moisture to 12%< then stain.
For the Newer Construction: To prep for subsequent coatings, 50/50 bleach & water mixture sprayed on for fifthteen minutes, then rinse. If
not clean enough, apply oxalic acid (available in granules to mix with hot water) with a tablespoon of dawn to a gallon mixture & spray on the
surfaces, then let dry. DO NOT RINSE. Check moisture to 12%< then stain.
Yes, Ready Seal will seal & protect Cedar Siding Cedar, Shake Siding & Cedar Shake Roof Materials!
All substrates or materials expand and contract. That’s one of the greatest feature benefits of Ready Seal--not cracking
and peeling like other form filing products.Ready Seal enhances, exudes the natural beauty and maintains it, while
allowing natural processes of exposure to occur without nuances or
consequences that were aforementioned. Presently, we supply many contractors across the landscape that spec Ready
Seal for cedar shake. You will have beautiful results! Apply
50/50 bleach & water mixture sprayed on for fifteen minutes, then
power wash. Check moisture to 12%< then stain.
For Fences & Other Applications, See Narratives Below.
Light Brown On Cedar Split Rail