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TECHNICAL DATA VAR-05
VARATHANE
®
WATER-BASED FLOOR
POLYURETHANE
.DESCRIPTION AND USES .
Varathane
®
Water-based Floor Polyurethane is an acrylic
polyurethane designed enhance the natural beauty of wood
while providing excellent scratch and stain resistance. It is ideal
for all interior stained, bare, or painted projects such as furniture,
doors, cabinets, and trim. It has better durability than traditional
wood finishes, is fast dry, and is self leveling.
. .
.PRODUCT APPLICATION .
SURFACE PREPARATION
Previously Finished Surfaces – To ensure proper adhesion,
surfaces must be clean, dry, and free of wax, grease, oil, shellac,
lacquer, mildew, and polishes. Remove wax with a wax stripper,
shellac with a paint stripper, and mildew with a solution of 10%
household bleach and water. Old finishes in poor condition
should be removed. Sand using 150-220 grit sandpaper to
obtain a smooth surface. Do not use steel wool as rust may
develop after the finish has been applied. Remove all sanding
dust using a vacuum, tack cloth, or cloth dampened with mineral
spirits. Unfinished Surfaces – Sand using 150-220 grit
sandpaper and remove all sanding dust using a vacuum, tack
cloth, or rag dampened with mineral spirits. If a filler or putty is
used, make sure it does not contain wax allow enough time for it
to dry thoroughly. Stained or Painted Wood – Follow the
manufacturer’s directions for application of the stain or paint.
Make certain the surface is thoroughly dry before applying
Varathane® Water-based Floor Polyurethane. Refer to the
manufacturer’s label for dry times. For best results, use
Varathane® Premium Wood Stains. WARNING! If you scrape,
sand or remove old paint, you may release lead dust. LEAD IS
TOXIC. EXPOSURE TO LEAD DUST CAN CAUSE SERIOUS
ILLNESS SUCH AS BRAIN DAMAGE, ESPECIALLY IN
CHILDREN. PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD ALSO AVOID
EXPOSURE. Wear a NIOSH-approved respirator to control lead
exposure. Clean up carefully with a HEPA vacuum and a wet
mop. Before you start, find out how to protect yourself and your
family by contacting the National Lead Information Hotline at 1-
800-424-LEAD or log on to www.epa.gov/lead.
..PRODUCT APPLICATION (cont.) .
APPLICATION Varathane
®
Water-based Floor Polyurethane
appears milky when wet but dries to a crystal clear finish. Do not
apply in direct sunlight. Use in an area with adequate ventilation
such as an open garage. Apply only when air (ambient)
temperature is between 55-90°F (13-32°C) and relative humidity
is below 85%. Be careful when applying over white or pastel
paints or stains as discoloration may occur. Use full strength. Do
not thin. Stir thoroughly before and during use. To prevent
bubbles in the finish, DO NOT SHAKE, do not over-brush, or
apply with a roller.
Apply using a good quality synthetic bristle brush, foam brush, or
applicator. Allow the finish to dry 2 hours before re-coating.
Lower temperatures and/or higher humidity may cause slower
dry times. Re-coat only when previous coats have dried clear
and feel hard. The coating should no longer feel tacky to the
touch. A powder should develop when lightly sanded. If any coat
has dried more than 24 hours, lightly sand before applying
another coat. A minimum of three coats is recommended. If
wood grain raises, sand smooth before applying the final coat.
Allow the finish to dry 24 hours before light use. Wait 3 days
before subjecting the surface to normal usage.
CLEAN-UP
Clean application tools and equipment with soap and water.
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Form: CS1372
Rev.:
090412

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