Sikkens --
Cetol 1 & Cetol 23 Plus
Cetol 1
Cetol 1 is a premium, translucent, exterior wood basecoat to
be used with Cetol 23 Plus. Its superior oil alkyd formulation
offers excellent penetration and adhesion to a vertical wood
surfaces.
Cetol 23 Plus
Cetol 23 Plus is a premium, translucent topcoat for Cetol 1.
The advanced alkyd resin with UV absorbers offers excellent
durability and protection for siding and other vertical surfaces.
Recommended For:
Siding
Garage Doors
Outdoor Furniture
Trim
Windows
Fences
Entrance Doors
Log Homes
Cetol 1 & Cetol 23 Plus Performance Highlights--
Features and Benefits:
Translucent Iron Oxides = Improve clarity and color retention protection from "graying".
UV Absorbers = Added UV protection leads to less frequent maintenance.
Microporous = Minimizes the occurrence of peeling and blistering.
Translucent Film Forming System = Durable, rich "look" with a satin sheen.
Working With Cetol 1 & Cetol 23 Plus--
Preparation Procedures:
Vertical Surfaces:
New, Weathered, Uncoated wood
The best method to prepare vertical wood surfaces is to sand with 80-120 grit sandpaper. However, an alternate to sanding for preparation is listed below.
Cleaning Recommendation:
1. Spray the surface with clean water, wetting the wood.
2. Clean the surface with a solution of 4 ounces of 100% powdered Tri-Sodium Phosphate (TSP) or phosphate-free substitute plus 1 quart of liquid bleach in 3 quarts of water. Apply this solution generously to the wood with a garden pump sprayer.
3. Let the solution sit on the wood for 15-20 minutes. During this period, scrub the surface with a hard bristle brush to help remove mill glaze and/or weathering. Do not let the solution dry on the wood. Keep it wet.
4. Power wash the cleaning solution from the wood with clean water. To prevent damaging the wood, do not exceed 500 psi. The nozzle must be a maximum of 1 foot from the surface for full effectiveness.
5. Let the surface dry for 3 days before application (i.e. the moisture content is below 18%).
TIPS--
It is always recommended to perform a three coat color test on a sample of the wood.
New rough-sawn wood whould be dry-brushed using a brush with stiff bristles to remove loose dirt and fibers, if debris is still present then follow the cleaning recommendation.
Weathered wood affected with blue fungi or rust from nails may be treated after teh surface preparation by applying a solution of 4 ounces of oxalic acid crystals in a gallon of warm water. This solution should be allowed to sit on the affected areas for 15-20 minutes before the final rinse with clean water. Let dry 3 days before coating.
Cetol 1 is always used as the 1st coat in any bare wood application.
All the systems consist of 3 coats.
All three coats must be applied within 30 days after preparation.
Spraying is only recommended for Cetol 23 plus.
Application Procedure:
Cetol 1 coverage area is 250-350 sq.ft./US gal (smooth wood) and 200-300 sq.ft./US gal (rought/weathered wood).
Cetol 23 Plus coverage area is 400-500 sq.ft./US gal.
Vertical Surfaces: New/Bare/Weathered wood
1. Follow the preparation procedures.
2. Apply one coat of Cetol 1.
3. Let surface dry a minimum of 24 hours.
4. Apply one coat of Cetol 23 plus.
5. Let surface dry a minimum of 24 hours.
6. Apply one coat of Cetol 23 plus.
7. Clean tools with mineral spirits.
*For log applications contact Sikkens Technical Support.
Outdoor Furniture/Fence Applications
1. Follow the preparation procedures.
2. Apply one coat of Cetol 1.
3. Let surface dry a minimum of 24 hours.
4. Apply one coat of Cetol 1.
5. Let surface dry a minimum of 24 hours.
6. Apply one coat of Cetol 1.
7. Clean tools with mineral spirits.
Application Do's....
Apply when the surface and air temp is 50 degrees F/10 degrees C to 95 degrees F/135 degrees C.
Saturate all end grains, nail holes, cavities and cracks in the wood.
Maintain a wet edge to prevent lap marks.
Apply in the direction of the wood grain using a long haired natural bristle brush.
Stir before using.
Back prime (if possible).
Application Don'ts....
Do not apply over previously coated surfaces.
Do not apply when surface is hot to the touch.
Do not apply when dew or frost is present.
Do not apply in wet weather.
Do not apply when moisture content of the wood is greater than 18%.
Maintenance Procedures
Proper maintenance starts with visual inspection. A timeframe of 2 to 3 years on the south & west exposures and 3 to 4 years on the north & east exposures can be used as a general guideline. However, as weathering and exposure can vary widely, maintenance may be needed sooner and should be performed when visually necessary regardless of timeframe.
1. Follow the preparation procedures using the cleaning recommendation, reducing the solution to 2 ounces of 100% powdered Tri-Sodium Phosphate or phosphate-free substitute. Let surfaces dry 3 days.
2. Apply one coat of Cetol 23 plus.
*For outdoor furniture and fences apply a maintenance coat of Cetol 1 every one to two years.
Cetol 1 & Cetol 23 plus has been the industry
standard for beauty and durability for siding,
log homes, fences, trim, etc for decades. This
time tested formulation provides the premium
results any homeowner or contractor needs
for vertical surfaces.