Use and Care Manual

ManualsBrandsUnbranded ManualsPergolas14 ft. x 14 ft. 1905 Super Deck Redwood Pergola

Exterior Finishes

California redwood is one of nature’s

most maintenance-free building

materials. It has a natural resistance to

decay and insects. Redwood’s natural

stability means it shrinks, warps, and

splits less than most other woods. In

addition, no other wood takes and holds

finishes better than redwood.

Summary of content (4 pages)

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Exterior Finishes California redwood is one of nature’s most maintenance-free building materials. It has a natural resistance to decay and insects. Redwood’s natural stability means it shrinks, warps, and splits less than most other woods. In addition, no other wood takes and holds finishes better than redwood.
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General Finishing Tips ■ Apply finishes on windless days. Temperature should be between 50 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit. ■ Surfaces should be clean and dry ■ New structures built with unseasoned wood should air-dry one month before finishing. ■ Back-priming is recommended for all exterior finishes, particularly paints. ■ Don’t use wire brushes or steel wool as metal particles may become embedded in the wood and can cause stains. Use stiff bristle brushes.
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Uses Effect Application Maintenance Certified Kiln Dried or air seasoned siding, fascia, trim, decks, fences, garden structures, commercial and industrial buildings. Finishes containing toxic mildewcides are not recommended for seating, tables or interiors. Minimize weather and mildew attack. Stabilize redwood’s color at buckskin tan. Helps eliminate redwood’s natural darkening period. Areas exposed to direct sun and rain may eventually bleach to gray. Apply with brush or roller.
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Finish Restoration Dirt and Dust may build up to the point that a mere rinsing with water from a hose will not remove them. A mild detergent and warm water will generally remove stubborn dirt and grime. Mildew appears as dark spots or gray, fan shaped spots on the wood surface. Severely infested areas may appear uniformly gray or black. To remove a mild case of mildew, scrub with a mild cleanser or detergent. Next rinse with a household bleach to kill surviving spores. Lastly rinse with water.