Specification

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will wear through the
pigment unevenly.
Semi-transparent
Sealants
This type of wood
sealant is suitable for
vertical or horizontal
surfaces such as deck
boards, rails, siding and
playground equipment.
There are several brands
available which come in
many colors.
Clear Sealants
This type of sealant has
no pigment or color. It
will still give some
protection from the
weather, although wood
fading will occur more
rapidly than sealants
with color. Eventually,
the wood will fade to
gray, which may or may
not be the look you are
trying to achieve.
NOTE: We recommend
using wood sealers that
contain an ultraviolet
stabilizer. The stabilizer
will not prevent eventual
discoloration to a
weathered gray appear-
ance, but it will slow
down the process.
Whatever sealant you
choose, follow the
manufacturer’s
instructions carefully.
PERIODIC
MAINTENANCE
Apply cleaner/brightener
every one to three years,
depending on the
appearance of the
outdoor project,
followed by a coat of
sealer to rejuvenate the
color of the wood.
If you decide to wait
more than three years to
perform your next
cleaning, you may want
to use a power washer
as your first step in the
cleaning process.
RESTORING GRAY,
WEATHERED WOOD
To restore gray,
weathered wood, use a
powerwasher, then clean
it with a cleaner/
brightener to help bring
the wood back to its
natural appearance. This
prepares the wood for
better penetration of a
wood sealer. Work the
brightener in with a stiff
bristle deck brush,
followed by a thorough
rinsing with water.
After the deck is
completely dry, apply a
wood sealer. If the sealer
you use is colored, be
sure to use a comparable
color or darker color
than your original
wood project.
The diagrams and instructions in this brochure are for illustrative purposes only, and are not meant to replace a licensed professional. Any construction or use
of the product must be in accordance with all local zoning and/or building codes. The consumer assumes all risks and liability associated with the construction
or use of this product. The consumer or contractor should take all necessary steps to ensure the safety of everyone involved in the project, including, but not
limited to, wearing the appropriate safety equipment. Universal Forest Products, Inc., makes no warranty, either express or implied, and shall not be liable for
any damages, including consequential damages.
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®
Inc.
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Add color to all
your pressure
treated projects:
• Decks
• Fencing
• Porch & Patio Covers
• Trellis
• Window Screening
• Picnic Tables
• Gazebos
• Mobile Home
Skirting
• Lattice
• Flower Bed Edging
• Storage Areas