Use and Care Manual

TECHNICAL DATA WOL-11
RAINCOAT
®
CLEAR WATER
REPELLENT - Oil-Base
1 Form: JPB-13
Rev.: 061213
.DESCRIPTION AND USES
.
Wolman
®
RainCoat
®
Clear Water Repellent - Oil Base
is a premium performance, 100% clear water repellent
designed to protect wood against water damage and resist
mildew. RainCoat is fortified with a mildewcide that resists
mildew growth on the coating film. And, its powerful 3-part
water-repellent system works longer than typical sealers to
prevent water penetration, thereby minimizing wood cracking
and checking, and preventing major damage such as splitting
and warping. In fact, RainCoat exceeds Federal requirements
for water repellency, and is recommended for immediate
application to the “new generation” of pressure-treated lumber
products.
Use on all species and types of pressure treated lumber, Cedar,
Redwood, Poplar, Hickory and other North American hardwoods.
Use on new or existing decks, porches, fences, boat docks,
boardwalks, outdoor furniture & decor, spa cabinets, gazebos,
arbors & trellises, storage sheds, play equipment / swing sets
and more.
..Features .
RainCoat Clear is colorless, and imparts a rich oil finish
when dry, especially on new wood. The see-through
quality exposes the wood’s natural grain and allows its
original color and character to show through and gray
naturally from UV exposure. Immediate Application to
New ACQ or Copper Azole Pressure Treated Wood
Immediate application to new ACQ or Copper Azole
Pressure Treated Wood
Helps resist / abate excessive mildew formation.
Helps stabilize unseasoned, “wet” lumber.
3 -Part Water Repellent System Triples Protection
Short term - Provides instant water beading to protect
wood during critical first few weeks of weathering.
Mid-term – Creates solid moisture barrier as the ”wet”
pressurized lumber dries out and stabilizes.
Long-term – Cross-linking chemical dramatically
reduces water absorption and wood swelling.
..PRODUCTS .
SKU Description
12386 1 Gallon
12385 5 Gallons
..PRODUCT APPLICATION .
SURFACE PREPARATION
The preparation process outlined below should be followed to
ensure adequate penetration, coloration and optimum
performance of this product.
..PRODUCT APPLICATION(cont.) .
Perform Splash Test
Regardless of whether wood is newly installed or pre-existing, it
is important to determine if there is a surface barrier present
which would prevent the proper penetration or adhesion of a
new coating. To conduct a Splash Test, sprinkle several handfuls
of water on a few distinct areas of the surface. If the water
absorbs rapidly, the surface is ready to be coated. If the water
beads, puddles or is not absorbed, an internal or external barrier
exists, and must be eliminated before coating can begin.
Step 2 – Prepare the Surface:
Use Wolman DeckBrite
TM
(Powder Concentrate), Deck &
Fence Brightener (Liquid Concentrate) or DeckStrip
®
based
on Wood Conditions below. After preparation,
repeat Splash Test to confirm water absorption.
NOTE: Chlorine bleach cleaners alone are not recommended.
These products degrade the wood structure, interfering with
penetration and adhesion of protective coatings.
Wood Condition:
Uncoated, New Wood
If pressure-treated lumber, beading or puddling water may
indicate either a surface barrier such as excess surface wax or
excessive internal moisture content. If new Cedar or Redwood,
“mill glaze” on the surface is likely. Following the label guidelines,
select the appropriate Wolman surface preparation product
for your particular wood type, either Wolman DeckBrite powder
concentrate or Deck & Fence Brightener liquid concentrate.
Follow usage directions on label, then conduct Splash Test again.
If absorption is not improved, allow wood to dry two weeks in
temperate weather (avg. 70°F, 50% humidity), longer in cooler or
more humid conditions. Test for absorption again before applying
this product.
Uncoated, Weathered Wood
Before coating, weathered wood must be thoroughly cleaned to
remove ground-in dirt, mildew, mold and algae stains, gray, UV-
damaged wood fibers and any other surface contaminants.
According to label guidelines, select the appropriate product for
your particular wood type, either Wolman DeckBrite powder
concentrate or Deck & Fence Brightener liquid concentrate.
Follow usage directions on label, then conduct Splash Test again.
Previously Coated, Weathered Wood
Previous coatings should be removed before application of this
product. If a pigmented oil or latex coating exists, use Wolman
DeckStrip® Stain & Finish Remover according to label directions
to prepare the surface. Acrylic coatings may require a paint
stripper. If coated with a clear sealer or lightly pigmented finish
and little to no pigment remains, Wolman DeckBrite powder
concentrate or Deck & Fence Brightener liquid concentrate may
be used to