Use and Care Manual

STAIN
TECHNICAL DATA
VAR-144
VARATHANE
®
WATER-BASED
STAIN + SPAR URETHANE
Form: EJ-122
Rev.: 081524
DESCRIPTION AND USES
Varathane
®
Water-Based Stain + Spar Urethane lets you
stain and finish outdoor furniture in one easy step. This
premium formula allows you to quickly achieve a rich, deep
color with a semi-gloss finish. Stain + Spar also offers
protection from the elements. It features a fast dry time, low
odor, and soap & water cleanup.
For exterior wood surfaces. Ideal for: railings, furniture, trim,
and boats (above the waterline).
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR: Decks or high traffic areas,
siding, or rough-sawn surfaces.
NOTE: THIS PRODUCT IS NOT INTENDED FOR
INTERIOR SURFACES (except window trim). For interior
surfaces, use Varathane One Step Stain + Polyurethane.
PRODUCTS
SKU
DESCRIPTION (32 oz.)
388142
Semi-Gloss Kona
388143
Semi-Gloss Sandstone
388144
Semi-Gloss Dark Walnut
PRODUCT APPLICATION
SURFACE PREPARATION
All Surfaces: Surfaces must be clean, dry, and free of wax,
grease, oil, shellac, lacquer, mildew, polishes, and any other
existing finishes. Remove wax with a with wax stripper,
shellac with a paint thinner, mildew with a solution of up to
10% household bleach and tap water, and any other existing
finish with sandpaper or stripper. Old finishes in poor
condition must be removed.
Bare or Unfinished Wood: Remove any existing finishes
with sandpaper or stripper. Prepare bare wood for product
application by sanding in the direction of the grain. Begin
with Gator
®
#150 grit sandpaper and progress through #180
and #220 grits. Before staining, remove all sanding dust, dirt,
grease, or glue with a vacuum or clean rag dampened with
mineral spirits.
Wood with Existing Urethane Finish: Lightly sand existing
finish with #320 grit sandpaper to encourage adhesion.
Remove all dust with a vacuum or clean lint-free rag.
PRODUCT APPLICATION (cont.)
SURFACE PREPARATION (cont.)
WARNING! If you scrape, sand, or remove old paint, you
may release lead 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.
TESTING COLOR
Be sure to test Varathane Water-Based Stain + Spar
Urethane to verify the desired color. To test, apply in an
inconspicuous area. For a deeper color, additional coats
may be applied.
APPLICATION
Stir thoroughly before and during use. To prevent bubbles
in the finish, DO NOT SHAKE. Apply using a good- quality,
synthetic bristle brush, foam brush or applicator. Do not
apply in direct sunlight. Apply at temperatures above 55°F
and below 90°F (13°-32°C). Allow finish to dry 2 hours and
then recoat. Lower temperatures and/or higher humidity
may cause slower dry times. Recoat only when previous
coats have dried and feel hard. (A powder should develop
when lightly sanded.) If any coat has dried more than
24 hours, lightly sand before recoating. A minimum of
3 coats are recommended. If grain raise occurs, sand
smooth before final coat.
DRY TIME
Dry times are based on 70°F and 50% relative humidity.
Dry times may be affected by temperature, humidity, and
ventilation. Allow more time at cooler temperatures. Dries to
the touch in 1 hour and can be recoated after 2 hours.
Allow finish to dry 24 hours before light use. Wait 3 days
before subjecting surface to normal usage.
CLEANUP
Clean up tools and equipment with soap and water.

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