General Finishes GF-CP-5 5 Gallon Interior Clear Water Base Poly Flat

Description

Alternative Cleaning Solutions For Existing Finishes (Not as aggressive or effective as denatured alcohol; requires rinsing.) 50:50 mix of bleach and water 50:50 mix of vinegar and water Mineral spirits can be used when working with water-based products, but. Preparation for Raw Wood or Raw Wood Projects That Are to be Stained Sanding Schedule: 120-grit followed by 150- or 220-grit sandpaper. Rinse well with water. Let dry completely before applying GF product. Any clear coat can become re. Step 1: Preparation for Clear Poly All wood projects require preparation sanding, and all existing finishes require prep cleaning and sanding. Do not over-sand with fine-grit sandpapers; this will close and seal the wood grain, preventing ideal color absorption. Scrub clean with a Scotch Brite pad and a 50:50 mix of denatured alcohol and water. Do NOT use steel wool with water-based finishes; the particles will get trapped in the finish and rust. Power Prep Cleaning Highly Used Existing Finishes For high-use areas such as kitchen cabinets or table tops with heavy grime build-up and oil from hands, give your project a "Power" clean. Scrub clean with a detergent, such as Spic and Span or Dawn, using a Scotch Brite pad. If your project requires a deeper cleaning, see Power Prep Cleaning Highly Used Existing Finishes below. Avoid cleaning with products containing phosphates (salt), which can linger in the substrate and produce a white haze. Dry 1-2 hours. It does not require a topcoat.

Key Features

• Preparation for Raw Wood or Raw Wood Projects That Are to be Stained Sanding Schedule: 120-grit followed by 150- or 220-grit sandpaper.
• Preparation for Projects with an Existing Finish (Sealed Surface) For high-use areas with heavy grime build-up and oil from hands, give your project a deeper cleaning.
• Power Prep Cleaning Highly Used Existing Finishes For high-use areas such as kitchen cabinets or table tops with heavy grime build-up and oil from hands, give your project a "Power" clean.
• Do not over-sand with fine-grit sandpapers; this will close and seal the wood grain, preventing ideal color absorption.
• Do NOT use steel wool with water-based finishes; the particles will get trapped in the finish and rust.
• Step 1: Preparation for Clear Poly All wood projects require preparation sanding, and all existing finishes require prep cleaning and sanding.