i own a log home.i am reapplying a coat of stain.do you apply before or after you apply the stain?also,doesn't rain just wash it off?
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It would be after the stain is dry, What are you treating for, This dust is just a contact it will not leave a residual effect.
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Please clarify where you will be putting the dust? If it's in the crack and cevice of the log home there is a high possibility weather breaking the product down. Putting the dust as far as you can to protect it will keep product active for a very long time.
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I'm sorry but I don't know. I can tell you this though, this stuff really works. You won't regret using it but I used it indoors and also around the house and in various places in my basement and it stopped the carpenter ants and any other pests as well.
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I would wash and dry before application as you described. Washing degrades the chemical. Carefully read included instructions for washing and drying after application.
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The tutorial I used via Pinterest showed very dark finished cabinets which I don't think would let the grain show through. This isn't the look I wanted.So I put the stain on fairly heavily, waited 3 minutes (don't let it dry) and wiped off. You can add all the coats you want to get the look you want. I used four on some things but only two on others. The stain still shows through on my pieces and I am very happy with the result. I also wanted to have a faint red finish which with the way I did it I do. Not in your face red, just a hint. I LOVE the Java stain.
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No need to apply anything else first, I've put it on bare, freshly sanded boards and unfinished utensils. Repeat applications when the wood starts to look dry again, depends upon how often you wash it and the humidity. As long as the wood keeps absorbing the conditioner you can keep applying it.
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Excessive rainfall shortly after or during application can diminish results but you should not be concerned about applying when sod is wet. Thanks for considering your purchase through AgCareDirect and AgCareProducts.
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I spray Clorox bleach spray to completely cover all that is stained and let it sit for a while, then it comes off for me.. Hope that helps!
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When applying to any wood surface it is suggested that the surface be primed or painted prior to the application. Only apply outdoors in warm temperatures. Do not apply to new treated wood.
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I put on one coat, I have a tan gazebo, I sprayed until it darkened to ensure that I coated it. Then it returned to a tan color when dry. It hasn't rained a lot this year, but it works well when it does. If you have problems just put on another coat I would say.
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I'm wondering if you coat with Water Seal before or after assembly. I want to be sure it gets assembled correctly before I do anything to it (in case of needing to return product) but I don't really want to take it back apart to water seal. I guess I answered my own question, but it would be great if any experts out there could offer some advice. The wood smells great!
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I waited 24 hrs for it to soak in. Then I used a wood stripper on it because mine was sticky. Then I used odorless mineral spirits to clean up the residual wood stripper, then I washed all that w/denatured alcohol and let that dry until there was no sign of wetness on the wood (48 hrs). Also, to make sure the bugs were gone (they were) and then put a finish on it. The stuff works and u can paint after it but the wood has to be clean.
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I did the refinishing in my garage, with the doors open, and I have a dirt driveway. After each layer, I wiped the pieces down, and did another layer. I did not have any problems. This is the best stain I have ever used. My house is for sale, if it was not, I would be doing all of my woodwork and cabinetry with this stain.
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You spray, let it soak in -- then gently rub or blot stain. The only thing is that if the fabric is not meant to get too wet ... you might end up with a water ring around where the stain was.
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Perhaps it would be best if you used a wood conditioner first so the stain will be accepted by your wood more evenly. There are lots of them available and I have found it to be helpful. The Briwax would be your last step. Conditioner, stai!n, Briwax -- rmember to take all the steps for a proper finish. Good luck !
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We have used this product on soft wood and then covered with varnish or a wood sealer and it has worked fine. We have not used it and then put a stain over it. I suggest you take a scrap piece of wood and apply the wood hardener and then the stain. My concern would be the stain does not cover evenly or uniformly over the wood and the hardener
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I am not sure if you need to treat your surface first. I was using it on brand new wood surface. One thing that surprised me was that it doesn't go on "like paint" because it requires mixing a catalyst with the rubber first, very messy and you better get the proportions just right. I must say that once mixed, it does go on easily and thickly and provides great protection so far.
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Make sure to read label because that will tell you if you have the water, or weather proof product. Always let dry at least 12 hours and put on a second coat. Hope this helps.
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Colleen, I've seen this on many of my projects too. The prior stain or paint was applied without sealing the wood, so the stain was absorbed unevenly. In some cases I've used alcohol (although this tends to raise the grain) or a dental pick to scrape out paint (but this can leave scratches). Since I usually use a walnut stain, it obscures most of the prior stain/paint. Unless the old covering is in a highly visible area, you are probably OK.