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ICI Cuprinol Decking Stain is a low build, solvent based, semi-transparent, matt finish specially formulated for all types of timber. The most appropriate areas to be used are the timber decking. It enhances the colour of the wood and provides tough, durable protection that resists flaking and peeling. Decking Stain is water repellent to help prevent the wood cracking and splitting. It is also suitable for use on other garden wood, softwoods and hardwood, rough or treated surface, interior or exterior and new or aged woods. It is safe with plants and pets when dry. Available in both 1 and 5 litre can.

Special Characteristic
• Semi-transparent, matt finish.
• Water repellent to help prevent the wood cracking, splitting, and bending.
• Create the natural texture, wood grain and nice timber colour.
• Durable protection that resists flaking and peeling.
• UV protection to prevent colour retention of wood surface.
• Contained fungi and mould resistances.
• Provides semi-transparence and matt finish.
• Natural colour shades can be selected for any purposes of use.
• No Primer or undercoats are needed.
• Ease of application and renovation.
• Available in both 1 litre and 5 litres.

Composition
Cuprinol Decking Stain contains resins, light-fast pigments, solvents, driers, water repellents and other additives.

Physical Properties

Colour Range : October Brown X77, Redwood X80 and Merbau X180.
Pack size : 1 and 5 Litres.
Type of Finishing : Semi-transparent, matt.
Gloss Level : Not less than 9% at 60 ํ G/M
Volume Solids : 30%
Shelf Life : 2 years-unopened.
Curing Times : Single coat at standard thickness :
Touch Dry : 4 hours.
Recoat Dry : 6 hours.
Full Cure : 2-3 hours.
Film Thickness Dry : 10 microns
Film Thickness Wet : 30 microns
Theoretical Coverage : 20-25 sq.m./litre
Flash Point : > 61 ํ C
Application Method : Brush
Thinning : If needed, thin with ICI Cuprinol Thinner for All Purposes (T850-350). Not more than 5% are allowable to appropriate viscosity.
Spray Recommendation : Not recommend.
Cleaning Up : Clean all equipments while still wet with ICI Cuprinol Thinner for all Purposes (T850-350).

Preparation

1. Pretreated Timber
Surface should be clean, dry and free from surface coating and grease before application.

2. Unpreserved Timber
Treat with a suitable wood preserver (non-bituminous wood preservative) and allow to dry 2-5 days before applying ICI Cuprinol Decking Stain.

3. New / Bare Wood
Wipe with ICI Cuprinol Thinner for all Purposes (T850-350) to remove any nature oils / resins, if necessary.

4. Weathered Wood
Completely remove all grey wood by sanding back to clean and sound wood.

5. Painted or Varnished Wood
Sand off or use hot air blower to strip existing coatings to condition of bare wood. Then treated as bare wood. Chemical striper or paint remover are not recommended. The surface must be rinsed off with suitable solvent to clean sound wood.

6. Sound Woodstained Wood
Wash and scrub with ICI Cuprinol Thinner for All Purposes (T850-350) to remove dirt and grease and allow to dry.

7. Exterior Timber or Seaside Environmental
All nailing must be gulvanized or stainless nail.

Application

1. Stir thoroughly before and occasionally during use.

2. Brush on evenly along the grain by planning the continuity of the paint area to avoid overlap. Do not load brush heavily.

3. Do not apply before, during or after raining and high humidity condition.

4. Two coasts will create low gloss on the paint film.

5. On previously stained wood, apply not more than 2 coats. Normally only 1 coat is recommended.

6. For maximum performance, ICI Cuprinol Decking Stain should be applied to all sides of the wood prior to fabrication

7. Ensure the first coat is dry before recoating. Avoid heavy wear for a few dats after application.

Safety, Health and Environmental Information

Flammable.
Keep away from source of ignition and store in cool place. Ensure good ventilation during application and drying. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water. Remove splashes from skin with soap and water. Do not take internally. Close the lid and keep away from children.