How to Guide
TECHNICAL DATA RST-16
RESTORE
®
DECK START WOOD PRIMER
Form: GDH-692
Rev.: 042815
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DESCRIPTION AND USES .
Restore
®
Deck Start Wood Primer is a water-based acrylic
coating designed for application on structurally sound wood
surfaces. It is suitable for use on weathered, worn or previously
coated wood decks, docks and exterior furniture.
RESTORE DECK START WOOD PRIMER CAN ONLY BE
USED UNDER A SOLID TOPCOAT. DO NOT USE UNDER A
TRANSPARENT, SEMI-TRANSPARENT, CLEAR OR
PENETRATING DECK COATING.
Not for use on composite decking, concrete, fiberglass, tile
or metal surfaces. These surfaces will not allow for proper
adhesion. Do not use on driveways, garages or other
areas with vehicular traffic.
Restore Deck Start Wood Primer is a clear primer. DO NOT
TINT.
Restore Deck Start Wood Primer can be applied using a ⅜”
nap roller, a short nap stain pad or a synthetic paint brush.
Use of the Restore Honeycomb Roller is NOT
recommended.
. FEATURES .
No sanding or stripping
Works with any solid topcoat
Works on weathered & worn wood
Clean, prime & coat
.PRODUCTS .
SKU Description
287517 Deck start Wood Primer – 1-Gallon
287518 Deck Start Wood primer – 5-Gallon
PRODUCT APPLICATION .
REGARDLESS OF AGE OR SURFACE CONDITION,
FAILURE TO FOLLOW ONE OF THESE PREPARATION
METHODS WILL RESULT IN POOR ADHESION AND
POSSIBLE COATINGS FAILURE. NEW AND SEALED WOOD
DECKS NEED TO WEATHER AT LEAST 6 MONTHS
BEFORE APPLICATION.
SURFACE PREPARATION
NEW WOOD
New wood may be wet with chemicals or have mill glaze from
the manufacturing process. New wood should age for a
minimum of 6 months before applying Restore Deck Start Wood
Primer. The lumber must be dry completely before applying the
product to prevent peeling of the coating. The surface must also
be properly cleaned and prepared using Restore Deck &
Concrete Cleaner to remove all foreign material and mill glaze
prior to application. Follow the PREPARATION instructions to
ensure the Restore Deck Start Wood Primer adheres properly to
the wood.
PRODUCT APPLICATION (cont) .
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE BEGINNING
PROJECT.
WARNING! If you scrape, sand or remove old paint from any
surface, you may release lead paint dust. LEAD IS TOXIC.
EXPOSURE TO LEAD DUST CAN CAUSE SERIOUS
ILLNESS, SUCH AS BRAIN DAMAGE; ESPECIALLY IN
CHILDREN. PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD ALSO AVOID
EXPOSURE. Wear a NIOSH approved respirator to control lead
exposure. Clean up carefully with a HEPA vacuum and a wet
mop. Before you start, find out how to protect yourself and your
family by contacting the National Lead Information Hotline at
1-800-424-LEAD or log on to www.epa.gov/lead.
PREVIOUSLY PAINTED OR STAINED WOOD
Painted or stained wood surfaces need to weather at least 6
months before application. Clean the surface using a deck brush
and Restore Deck & Concrete Cleaner. The surface must be
clean and free of dirt, grease, mildew and organic growth. Loose
paint or stain needs to be scraped or removed. Secure all raised
nail heads, deck screws, or loose deck boards. Remove loose
splinters and replace severely damaged or rotting boards. Fill
cracks with Restore Crack Filler or similar acrylic, non-silicone
filler. Allow to dry.
UNCOATED NEW WOOD
New wood surfaces need to weather at least 6 months before
application. Clean the surface using a deck brush and Restore
Deck & Concrete Cleaner. The surface must be clean and free of
dirt, grease, mildew and organic growth. Secure all raised nail
heads, deck screws, or loose deck boards. Remove loose
splinters and replace severely damaged or rotting boards. Fill
cracks with Restore Crack Filler or similar acrylic, non-silicone
filler. Allow to dry.
PREVIOUSLY SEALED WOOD
Sealed wood surfaces need to weather at least 6 months before
application. Clean the surface using a deck brush and Restore
Deck & Concrete Cleaner. The surface must be clean and free of
dirt, grease, mildew and organic growth. Loose paint or stain
needs to be scraped and removed.
Sealed decks may not fully weather in covered areas. Conduct a
splash test by sprinkling water on at least four or more areas,
both in high traffic and non-traffic areas. If the water absorbs
rapidly into the wood, the surface is ready to coat. If the water
beads, puddles or is not absorbed, the surface is not ready to
coat and requires more surface preparation. Continue the
process until the water absorbs into the wood in all test areas.
Secure all raised nail heads, deck screws, or loose deck boards.
Remove loose splinters and replace severely damaged or rotting
boards. Fill cracks with Restore Crack Filler or similar acrylic,
non-silicone filler. Allow to dry.