Use and Care Manual

Maintenance
All exterior nishes are affected by exposure to sun, weathering, moisture and air pollutants. Typical durability of the topcoat is
3-5 years, but could be less depending upon location conditions. When the topcoat feels rough, it’s time to reapply a new layer
of topcoat. DO NOT use topcoat that is more than 3 years old or that has not been stored in proper temperature conditions.
AFTER STAINING
For ne scratches or nicks in stain:
1. Wipe the damaged surface with mineral spirits.
2. Apply the stain to the scratched area with a cotton swab or an artist brush.
3. Blend the stain until color match is achieved.
4. If clear topcoat is required, wait until the stain is dry before applying topcoat.
5. Apply a ne layer of topcoat over the repaired area with a clean cotton swab or small brush.
Tip: Fine scratches can be touched up by daubing stain onto the area even if topcoat has already been applied.
CREATE A UNIQUE LOOK WITH MULTILAYER STAINS
You can create an artistic look by using two different color stains. It’s recommended that you practice with two colors rst
to get the desired effect. Apply the dark color stain rst and dry brush. After it is completely dry, apply the second stain color,
lighter shade. Make sure the darker color is visible through the lighter shade of stain. Dry brush the second coat to get to the
look desired.