Use and Care Manual

STAIN TECHNICAL DATA
VAR-01
VARATHANE
®
INTERIOR OIL-BASED POLYURETHANE
Form: GDH-361
Rev.: 051817
1
].DESCRIPTION AND USES .
Varathane
®
Interior Oil-based Polyurethane is an oil-
modified polyurethane designed to provide abrasion and
scratch resistance to stained wood surfaces. This product
is ideal for application to all interior projects such as
furniture, doors, cabinets and trim. It is NOT
recommended for floors, linoleum, vinyl or glazed tiles and
metal.
.PRODUCTS .
Description Quart ½-Pint Gallon 350 VOC
Gloss 9041 9061 9031 9032
Semi-Gloss 6041 6061 6031 6032
Satin 9141 9161 9131 9132
.PRODUCT APPLICATION .
SURFACE PREPARATION
Previously Finished Surfaces – To ensure proper
adhesion, surfaces must be clean, dry, and free of wax,
grease, oil, shellac, lacquer, mildew, and polishes.
Remove wax with a wax stripper, shellac with a paint
stripper, and mildew with a solution of 10% household
bleach and water. Old finishes in poor condition should be
removed. Sand using 150-220 grit sandpaper to obtain a
smooth surface. Remove all sanding dust using a vacuum,
tack cloth, or cloth dampened with mineral spirits.
Unfinished Surfaces – Sand using 150-220 grit
sandpaper and remove all sanding dust using a vacuum,
tack cloth, or rag dampened with mineral spirits. If a filler
or putty is used, make sure it does not contain wax allow
enough time for it to dry thoroughly.
Stained or Painted Wood – Follow manufacturer’s
directions for application of the stain or paint. Make certain
the surface is thoroughly dry before applying Varathane
Oil-Based Polyurethane. Using this polyurethane over
white or lightly painted surfaces could cause discoloration.
Refer to the manufacturer’s label for dry times. For best
results, use Varathane Premium Wood Stains.
PRODUCT APPLICATION (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.
APPLICATION
Do not apply in direct sunlight. Use in an area with
adequate ventilation such as an open garage. Use only
when air (ambient) temperature is between 55-90°F (13-
32°C) and relative humidity is below 85%. Lower
temperatures and/or high humidity may cause slower dry
times and slower dry may also result from applications on
redwood, cedar or woods with high oil content, or when
applied over some stains. Use full strength. Do not thin.
Stir thoroughly before and during use. To prevent bubbles
in the finish,
DO NOT SHAKE. Apply using a good quality natural
bristle brush or applicator. Allow the finish to dry 8 hours
before re-coating. Re-coat only when previous coats have
dried clear and feel hard. The coating should no longer
feel tacky to the touch. If any coat has dried more than 12
hours, lightly sand before applying another coat. A
minimum of two coats is recommended. Allow the finish
to dry 24 hours before light use. Wait 3 days before
subjecting the surface to normal usage.
DRY AND RECOAT TIMES
Dry and recoat times are based on 70°F and 50% relative
humidity. Allow more time at cooler temperatures. Dries to
the touch in 1-2 hours and can be recoated in 4 hours. It is
fully cured in 72 hours.
CLEAN UP
Clean application tools and equipment with mineral spirits
or paint thinner.