TM High Solids Interior Polyurethane Varnish

DESCRIPTION: TranSeal™ Traditional is a high solids oil-modified polyurethane clear wood varnish that is designed for use on all interior bare wood surfaces including kitchen cabinetry, molding, paneling, log walls and front entrance doors that are not directly exposed to the elements. It is NOT recommended for wood floors. TranSeal™ will impart a rich amber hue that provides a mellow and pleasing appearance while at the same time highlighting and magnifying the natural beauty of the wood grain. It cures to a durable transparent coating that's easy to clean and maintain. 2 coats are normally all that is required. TranSeal™ is available in Gloss and Satin transparencies. SURFACE PREPARATION: For best results, the wood surface must be clean, dry and free Bare Wood TransSeal™ from dust, grease, oil, wax, dirt, paint, sanding dust, fungus and pitch. Satin For a smooth and tightly bonded finish, lightly sand bare wood surfaces with a medium 180-220 grit sandpaper first before coating with TranSeal™. Older varnished surfaces or a recently coated TranSeal™ surface that has dried for at least 14 days should be sanded first before top coating with TranSeal™. Sanding will insure a stronger adhesion of the TranSeal™ to the varnished surface. When sanding a varnished surface, always vacuum and wipe clean before applying TranSeal™. Also, resin bleed (called pitch) from knots and other sources should be removed prior to coating. Semi-soft pitch can be partially Bare Wood TransSeal™ melted using a hot air gun. Be very careful not to ignite the pitch and/or char the wood Gloss surface with the intense heat of the hot air gun. Scrape the gooey resin with a putty knife. Allow the heated surface to cool and then wipe the remaining residue with mineral spirits or turpentine. Use the necessary precautions when working with combustible solvents. Maintain ventilation, wear solvent-resistant rubber gloves and always have a fire extinguisher close by. TranSeal™ will not stop the bleeding of pitch from knots or from other areas of the wood where pitch pockets are prevalent. MIXING: Mix thoroughly before using. Do not dilute. Soft settling can occur with the Satin finish. Make certain to gently scrape residue off the bottom and mix thoroughly. Hand stirring and preferably using a drill mixer until completely blended is recommended. Do not shake or otherwise create foam. APPLICATION GUIDELINES: ALWAYS MAINTAIN GOOD VENTILATION! Apply with a good quality natural or synthetic bristle varnish brushes or pad applicator, whichever works best in your situation. Avoid excessive brushing, and always coat the wood section to completion. Don't stop in the middle! Apply by brush in smooth even strokes, taking precautions not to deposit too much TranSeal™ in any single area. Because TranSeal™ is a high solids varnish, care must be taken to avoid puddling or applying TranSeal™ at too heavy a rate. Otherwise wrinkling of the coating can occur. For the smoothest finish, light sanding (220 grit) between coats is recommended. Wait until the 1st coat has partially hardened and will sand smoothly, (usually about 6-8 hours or overnight, 75°F/24°C, 50% RH) before sanding and applying the 2nd coat. Sanding when TranSeal™ is too soft will mar the underlying coat as well as gum up the sandpaper. Sand in the direction of the wood grain and remove dust by vacuum and/or tack cloth. Ideal temperature range is 68°F to 85°F (20°C to 30°C). If air and/or surface temperatures are too cold or too hot, TranSeal™ The Continental Products Co. 1150 East 222nd Street, Euclid, Ohio 44117 U.S.A. Continued on back... will not flow and level properly resulting in an uneven DRY TO TOUCH: Approximately 6-8 hours per coat at application and appearance. DO NOT APPLY IN 70°F/21°C and moderate humidity. ROOMS HEATED WITH A SPACE HEATER OR WITH A HARD CURE: 21 to 30 days. PROPANE HEATER THAT IS NOT EXHAUSTED TO THE OUTDOORS! Temperatures should remain constant MAINTENANCE: Mild wood cleaners such as Murphy's and not fall below 65ºF/18ºC during the first 3 days Oil Soap or similar wood cleaners work well for after application. cleaning a TranSeal™ coated surface. WOOD MOISTURE CONTENT: To minimize the COVERAGE: Actual coverage will vary depending on potential of moisture-related wood and coating porosity, surface profile, dryness of the wood and discoloration and coating problems, do not apply application technique. 2-coat coverage over most TranSeal™ on wood surfaces that are damp or over smooth wood surfaces will average approximately wood that has moisture content that exceeds 15%. 450-500 sq. ft./gal. per coat. The 1st coat will have Also, milled wood that has been previously wetted by less coverage; the 2nd coat will have increased rain or outside water sources may reveal subsurface coverage for a general average of about 450-500 sq. watermarks after coating with TranSeal™ even though ft./gal. per coat. the wood surface appears unblemished. CLEAN UP: Clean all application tools with mineral LOG HOMES: For interior log walls; wait through a spirits. heating season and 1 year or more (depending on the FREEZE/THAW STABILITY: Laboratory tests have diameter and the degree of dryness of the logs) before confirmed that TranSeal™ can withstand freeze/thaw applying TranSeal™. If applied over green logs, cycles. However, as a common sense practice, moisture related wood and coating discoloration and PolySeal™ should not be subjected to temperature coating problems can occur such as subsurface mold extremes and should be kept stored within a and mildew, chemical discoloration (coffee stains), temperature range between 40° to 90°F (4°C to 32°C). blushing, and peeling of the coating. Also, milled or finished logs that have been wetted by rain or other VOLUME SOLIDS: Approx. 55% water sources may reveal subsurface watermarks WEIGHT SOLIDS: Approx. 62% after coating with TranSeal™ even though the wood surface appears unblemished. VOC:(less water) 2.89 lbs./gal. (346 g/l)

Continental Products Limited Warranty

Our recommendations for the use of this product are based on data believed to be reliable. The use of this product being beyond control of the manufacturer, no guarantee, expressed or implied is made. If TranSeal is shown to be defective due to material and workmanship, replacement of material up to the amount used or refund of the purchase price of the amount used will be made at the manufacturer's option with the proof of purchase. Unused and unopened portions of defective material will also be replaced or refunded. In no event shall the manufacturer be responsible for damages in excess of the purchase price. Product discoloration or breakdown caused by poor building design, inadequate surface preparation, improper or unusual environmental and substrate conditions, substrate-caused failures, long term or improper storage, or improper handling and application methods is not covered by this warranty. Additionally, this warranty does not cover ANY labor costs or indirect, direct, incidental, special or consequential damage or emotional distress incurred, including but not limited to repair and reapplication labor. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from State to State. To make a claim under this warranty, contact your TranSeal distributor or The Continental Products Co.

The Continental Products Co. 1150 East 222nd St., Euclid, Ohio 44117 800-305-5869 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.continentalprod.com