Owatrol Teak Protect, And UV Protection

Product Description

TEAKPROTECT is a penetrating wood finish that provides a flexible, long-lasting rich, matt finish for all woods. TEAKPROTECT saturates, penetrates and stabilises wood to minimise cracking, warping and other damage caused by moisture and sun.

Properties

• Non-film forming – Will not peel or flake.
• Apply to new or weathered wood.
• Provides a matt finish that accentuates the beauty of wood.
• Premium UV absorbing transoxide pigments – Provide a long lasting finish.
• Maintains the natural look of the wood and Cork.
• Allows Cork to breathe while protecting it from moisture.
• Easy maintenance – No sanding or stripping.

Surface Preparation

General Directions:

• Surfaces must be thoroughly clean, dry and free of dirt, grease, grime, mildew and previous coatings. Treat mildew with a 50/50 bleach/water solution. Scrub solution on to surface and allow to stand for 10-15 minutes; rinse thoroughly.
• After cleaning and/or stripping, allow wood to dry 2-3 good drying days or until it has reached a moisture content of 18% or less before applying finish. TEAKPROTECT can only be applied to bare wood surfaces or a weathered wood surface that was previously finished with TEAKPROTECT. ALL other finishes MUST be completely and thoroughly removed.
• If necessary sand surface after cleaning and/or stripping (max 80 grit paper).

New wood surfaces:

• New wood surfaces have a hard shiny surface called mill glaze that prevents maximum penetration and bonding of any finish; this should be removed prior to application in order to ensure maximum performance of the finish.
• Treat with DEEP CLEANER*, neutralise with DECK CLEANER*, alternatively mechanically or manually abrade surface (max 80 grit paper). Clean off all loose wood particles. Test wood for absorbency by sprinkling water on the surface. If water is absorbed rapidly, the surface is ready for finishing, if not repeat process.

Untreated weathered woods

• Untreated wood surfaces that have weathered longer than 6 months should be thoroughly cleaned with undiluted DECK CLEANER* to ensure that all loose wood fibres, dirt and other surface contaminants are removed.
• For severely contaminated surfaces clean with DEEP CLEANER, neutralise with DECK CLEANER.

Previously coated surfaces (oiled, paint, stain, varnish….):

• All previous coatings must be completely and thoroughly removed.
• Oils and sealers: Strip with DEEP CLEANER*, neutralise with DECK CLEANER*.
• Oil/Alkyd based finishes: Strip with MARINE STRIP, neutralise with DECK CLEANER*.
• Acrylic finishes: Contact us.
• Other finishes e.g. 2 pack Epoxies, Urethanes…. Strip with DSP 800*.

NoteHardwoods and woods rich in tannins e.g. Oak, Cedar, Teak, Ipe…. may darken with DEEP CLEANER* AND MARINE STRIP*, neutralising with DECK CLEANER* immediately after rinsing will lighten and restore the woods colour.

Application

• Use as is. Do not thin.
• Apply 2 even applications of TEAKPROTECT “wet on wet”.
• Apply a 1st liberal application of TEAKPROTECT and allow to penetrate into the wood.
• Apply 2nd application as soon as the wet look of the 1st application has disappeared (normally 15-20 minutes) and allow to penetrate into the wood.
• For very porous surfaces a 3rd application may be needed.
• Brush out any puddles within 20 minutes of applying the last application to avoid TEAKPROTECT drying as shiny spots on the surface.
• Do not allow TEAKPROTECT to become Touch Dry or Dry between applications.
• TEAKPROTECT’s place is in the wood not on the surface. Do not create a film on the surface, as this will affect the coatings performance.

Technical Data

• Classification: Family Class 1 4a/7b2 (NFT 36)
• Finish: Matt
• Vehicle type: Acrylic
• Solvent type: Water
• Specific gravity at 20°C (68°F): 1.01 ± 0.05
• Physical State: Liquid
• Solid content: 11% ± 2
• Flash point: Not classified as flammable
• Drying times (at 20°C (68°F) & 50% RH): 4 hours depending temperature and humidity.
• Commissioning time for Decks and Pontoons: 48/72 hours depending on weather conditions.
• Container size: 1L. Larger sizes up to 20L available, contact us.
• Colour(s): Honey, Teak
• Shelf life: 1 year minimum in original unopened packaging.
• VOC: EU limit value for this product (cat A/f) 130 g/L (2010). This product contains max 47 g/L.

Restrictions

The natural oils in woods such as Iroko and Azobe can impede the penetration and drying of finishes. These species of wood should be thoroughly prepared or allowed to weather for 12 months.