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Even if you don’t want to buy a garden sprayer, you can still use plenty of other tools. Paint rollers, paint pads, and brushes should still work just fine when you apply Thompson’s water seal.
What kind of brush do you use for Thompsons Water Seal?
Note: If you choose an oil-based-finish, you’ll want to use natural bristled brushes or roller covers. For water-based finishes, use synthetic brushes or rollers. Some water-based finishes recommend against using a roller, so a paint pad is the best alternative.
Can you apply paint over Thompson Water Seal?
Can I paint over Water Seal? No. The hydrophobic properties of Water Seal will negatively affect the adhesion of any paint applied over it.
What can I put over Thompson Water Seal?
You can only paint over Thompson’s Water Seal if you wait 45 days and use a primer. This only works if you paint over concrete, but paint doesn’t always stick to the Thompson’s seal well. Your paint may not look as intended because Thompson’s Water Seal has hydrophobic tendencies.
Is Thompson water Seal any good?
– Thompson’s® WaterSeal® Clear did not alter or change the appearance of the wood. After full drying, we tested the ability to repel water. Water did bead on top of the finish and did not absorb into the wood. – As far as we can tell, Thompson’s® WaterSeal® does not prevent UV graying at all.
How many coats of Thompson water Seal do I need?
One coat is enough, but if more color is desired, a second coat can be applied within two hours before the first coat has dried. With Thompson’s® WaterSeal® Waterproofing Stains, you can clean your tools with soap and water.
How long does Thompson water Seal need to dry?
Allow at least 48 hours to dry; however drying time will vary depending on the substrate, temperature, and humidity. Allow minimum of 30 days drying time before applying oil based paint over Thompson’s® WaterSeal® Waterproofing Wood Protector – Clear.
Should I use Thompson water Seal on pressure treated wood?
Although the wood is resistant to rot and insect attacks because of the pressure treatment, it can warp, split and develop mildew if not protected from the effects of water. The directions for some, such as Thompson’s Water Seal, specify pressure-treated wood as a suitable use.
What temperature do you apply Thompson’s water Seal?
Be sure that both surface and air temperatures are above 50°F during application and remain above 40°F for 48 hours after application. Do not apply product if rain is forecasted within 24 hours of application.
Do you paint or water seal first?
Things You’ll Need Paint can be applied to water sealers, but the drying time of the sealer itself is the most important part of this task. For best results, prime the water-sealed wood first. Use either a latex-based or an oil-based primer as your first coat of paint before applying the finishing coat.
What is the difference between staining and sealing a deck?
A deck sealer is typically a clear or transparent finish that either penetrates into the wood or forms a clear film on top. A deck stain has the same water-resistant qualities that a deck sealer does. A deck stain, however, has added pigment or tone, which gives the stain some color.
Why is my Thompson water Seal sticky?
Puddles and extra dips are a sign you applied too much. Wiping it off with a rag is the fastest way to make sure you get rid of it. If any sticky residue is left, wait a week, then wipe the area down with a damp rag soaked in soapy water. Don’t be afraid to wait up to a week to let your sealant dry.
How often use Thompson’s Water Seal?
Thompson’s WaterSeal includes a complete line of deck sealers and stains for protecting deck wood from moisture and sunlight. Applying a sealer and/or stain typically is recommended every one to three years, depending on the finishing product, deck use, weather conditions, and sun exposure.
Should you put a sealer over stain?
Applying a topcoat sealer is not required, but a finish protects the stained wood from scratches and keeps it from fading over time. If applying a polyurethane finish with a brush, apply one to two coats. If using a spray can, hold 8 to 12 inches from the surface and apply two or three light coats.
Is Thompson Water Seal water based?
Thompson’s® WaterSeal® Waterproofing Stains are water-based products that have film-forming properties to protect the wood by repelling water. Each product has its own “feel” during application; however, each product provides protection from water damage and has a coating that resists mildew and UV damage.
What if it rains after sealing deck?
Rain will damage the finish of any wet sealer with linseed oil or mineral oil in it. Because it forms a coating, it takes several hours to dry, and during that time, the sealer is vulnerable. After the rain has passed and the deck has dried, take a closer look.
How many coats of water seal do I need?
Apply 2 coats using brush,roller or sprayer. note: Use at full strength.do not dilute. The second coat should be applied when the first coat has soaked in the surface. For best results do not leave the first coat to dry for more than 1 hour before applying the second coat.
Can you use too much Thompson Water Seal?
If over-application occurs and there is puddling of the product, redistribute product within 15 minutes to a dry area or wipe off. Q: Will the formula of Thompson’s® WaterSeal® Sport Seal® or Fabric Seal change the feel of the treated surface? No. These products will not change the surface’s feel or leave it sticky.
How much does Thompson’s Water Seal Cover per gallon?
That determines how many gallons of stain are required (each gallon covers up to 400 square feet).
Can you use Thompson water Seal on untreated wood?
Yes. Although pressure-treated lumber is pre-treated with chemicals, preventing insect damage, it is NOT waterproofed. In fact, the chemical treatment actually causes the lumber to dry out quicker and absorb more water than untreated lumber. When wood absorbs water, it swells; as the wood dries it shrinks.
