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High performance, one-step, non-toxic wood stain-sealer
Cold Weather Alert:
This product may not perform properly if applied below the required temperature. Please check installation instructions on our website.
Because this is a water-based product, it may freeze during shipping. For that reason we will not ship over a weekend if temperatures dip below 32 degrees F. If you want us to ship anyway, it will be at your own risk. Please call to arrange with a GBS eco-advisor. 800-405-0222
Vermont Natural Coatings Exterior Penetrating Stain with PolyWhey technology is a low-odor, durable, element-repelling, semi-transparent stain and topcoat for the outside of raised garden beds, wood siding, decks, fences, furniture, and other outdoor wood surfaces. It may be used on new, pressure-treated and weathered wood (pressure treated wood should sit for 6 mo to a year before application).
NOTE: Image swatches on our website are on Pine. If you have a different specie of wood, the appearance may be different. Please order a sample to confirm the actual appearance on your wood.
The natural strength of whey protein makes Vermont Natural Coatings Exterior Penetrating Stain a protective, environmentally safe finish for all exterior wood applications. It is non-toxic, has low odor and contains no biocides, fungicides or anti-microbial agents. The pigments act as a natural UV inhibitor.
By using recycled whey protein, Vermont Natural Coatings eliminates the need for heavy metal driers, toxic co-binders and carcinogenic solvents typically found in wood finishes. The whey used in this product is a natural by-product of the cheese-making process used by Vermont farmers. It surpasses every national, regional, state and county air quality regulation.
NOTE2: This product requires a wet on damp two-coat application. This means apply the second coat while still damp, but BEFORE it dries. If you wait too long and the first coat dries, you will not be able to apply the second coat—it will just bead up. How long you wait in between coats depends heavily on temperature, humidity and wind conditions. If it's windy and >80 degrees it will dry in a few minutes so you will need to work faster and in smaller areas 3' x 3' at a time before moving to the next section. Best practices require application in shade and during cooler part of the day. Cooler damp conditions mean it will dry more slowly and you will have more time in between coats.
NOTE3: Not recommended for use over super dense woods such as Teak, Ipe or Garapa/Brazilian Ash.
NOTE 4: It's the pigments in the different colors that block UV rays and protect the wood much longer. Using the Caspian Clear will not hold up as long.
NOTE 5: Can be applied over oil-based stain or finish, as well as other water-based finishes. HOWEVER, the product can only be applied over other finishes that have been sanded. The Exterior Penetrating stain NEEDS to be able to penetrate the wood, which it can do IF an old finish has been sanded, but cannot if the film build of the original finish remains.
Apply with brush, paint pad, or spray. Under normal conditions treated wood will be fully cured in 48 hours. One gallon will cover approximately 200 sq. ft on rough sawn-400 sq. ft. on smooth wood depending on porosity of wood. Colors include: Caspian Clear, Autumn Red, Lakeside Cedar, Acorn Brown, Sterling Gray, Royal Cherry, Balsam Green, Bison Brown, Brackish Brown, Golden Cedar, Coastal Gray and Granite Gray.
We've tested dozens of exterior sealers over the past 20 years to find one that will hold up to Iowa weather; hot/damp in summer and cold/dry in winter. We've been selling oil based products for exterior use only because we have not felt confident that a water-based product would perform well — until now. Vermont's Exterior Stain/Sealer holds up under intense direct sun, lots of rain, snow and anything Mother Nature can throw at it. While no stain/sealer will hold up forever under these conditions, this is the best non-toxic product we have found so far.
Features & benefits
Easy-To-Use — paint pad, brush or spray; soap and water cleanup
One-Step application — provides color and water-proof barrier all in one
Versatile — use indoors or outdoors on new, pressure treated or weathered wood surfaces such as decks, furniture, siding, railings, etc.
Long-lasting — durable coating protects against UV rays
Very low-odor — non-offensive to installer and occupant
Non-toxic — very low VOC 45 g/L; no solvents, dyes, biocides or fungicides
Eco-friendly — made from renewable resources, biodegradable
Dries quickly — in less than two hours and cures completely in 48 hours
Alert: Do not freeze. Do not thin.
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Specs
Dimensions
Coverage (1 Coat)
1-Quart = 50-100 SF 1-Gallon = 200-400 SF 5-Gallon = 1,000-2,000 SF
Coverage2
Recommended # of Coats
2
Re-coat After
1 hour
Drying Time
Under 2 Hours, allow 48 hours without precipitation for curing.
Square Feet / Box
Square Feet
Thickness or Height
"
Thickness
mm
Veneer Cut Thickness
Length
"
Length
mm
Width
"
Width
mm
Boxes / Pallet
Boxes
Square Feet / Pallet
Square Feet
Boards / Box
Boards
Pieces / Box
Pieces
Weight / Box
Pounds
Basics
Interior or Exterior
Interior, Exterior
Use On Material
Wood
Use On
Any new, pressure treated or weathered wood. Can be applied over oil-based stain or finish, as well as other water-based finishes. NOTE: The product can be applied over other finishes that have been sanded. The Exterior Penetrating stain NEEDS to be able to penetrate the wood, which it can do IF an old finish has been sanded, but cannot if the film build of the original finish remains.
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Certifications
Meets or exceeds California South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) requirements
Features
Minimum Order
Old Name
Material Origin
United States
Country of Manufacture
United States
Recycled Content
Shelf Life
1-Year
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Carpet Pattern
Coordinating Border
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Extractable Matter
Face or Pile Weight
Fiber
General Flammability
Surface Flammability
GSA Classification
Line
Machine Guage
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Pattern Repeat
Pile Height (High)
Pile Height (Low)
Primary Backing
Resistance to Insect Pests
Roll Length
'
Secondary Backing
Smoke Density
Static
Stitches Per Inch
Surface Texture, Construction, Style
Total Height
Total Weight
Traffic Rating
Tufts per Sq. In.
Tufts / Sq In
Yarn Construction
Bundles per Pallet
Bundles
Bundles per Square 6" Exposure
Bundles
Bundles per Square 7" Exposure
Bundles
Bundles per Square 7-1/2" Exposure
Bundles
Bundles per Square 8" Exposure
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Pounds
Pounds per Pallet
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Pounds
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Squares
Tiles per bundle
Tiles
Tiles per Lin Foot
Tiles
Finish Type
Stain
Base
Water-based
Ingredients
Natural Whey Protein (By-Product of Cheese Making Process)
VOC Content
45 Grams/Liter
Application Method
brush, paint pad, roller, spray, T-Bar Applicator
Application Temperature Range
Application Instructions
Surface Preparation: Hammer down any raised nails. Sand with the grain to completely remove old finishes. Be sure surface is thoroughly cleaned and dried. Do not apply if precipitation is expected within 48 hours. Warning! If you scrape, sand, or remove old paint, you may release lead dust. LEAD IS TOXIC. EXPOSURE TO LEAD DUST CAN CAUSE SERIOUS ILLNESS, SUCH AS BRAIN DAMAGE, ESPECIALLY IN CHILDREN. PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD ALSO AVOID EXPOSURE. Wear a NIOSH-approved respirator to control lead exposure. Clean up carefully with a HEPA vacuum and a wet mop. Before you start, find out how to protect yourself and your family by contacting the National Lead Information Hotline at 1-800-424-LEAD or log onto www.epa.gov/lead. Application: 1) Stir thoroughly prior to use. Do not thin. 2) Test the stain on a sample piece of wood or less visible area of surface to be finished. 3) Apply with brush, paint pad, foam brush or spray. DO NOT THIN : Thinning will result in reduced product performance. Apply an even coat with the grain. Maintain a wet edge. Coat the end grain of all exposed boards. 4) Two coats are recommended. Apply second coat in one hour in normal conditions. Do not sand between coats. 5) Apply when air and surface temperatures are between 50°-80°F and relative air humidity of 40%-60%. Drying/Curing: Under normal conditions treated wood will be fully cured in 48 hours. One gallon will cover approximately 200-400 sq. ft. depending on porosity of wood. Cleanup and Storage: Wipe excess stain from lip of container with a clean cloth prior to sealing. Brushes and other equipment can be cleaned with warm water.
Surface or Product Preparation
Appearance When Dry
Cleans Up With
Water
Storage
Store in cool dry place out of sunlight
Recycling or Disposal
Dispose of excess product in accordance with all local state and federal regulations
Adhesive
Bamboo Construction
Bathroom Installation
Color Change
Construction
Construction Description
Durability
Edge
Finish
Finish Sheen
Finish Contains Aluminum Oxide?
Floor Item Type
Floor Pattern
Floor Type
Grade Installation
Grading
Installation
Janka Hardness Rating
Joint System
Knots
Material
Number of Plys
-Plys
Composition
Radiant Heat
Range of Resistance
Risk in Dry Climates
Style
Shade (1 Light) - (7 Dark)
Strips / Plank
-Strips/Plank
Surface Texture
Surface Treatment
Surface Treatment Color
Tile Application
Touch Up Kit
Can be indoor?
Can be outdoor?
Direct Vent?
Easy-Linkable?
Energy Factor
Max Gallons Per Minute
- GPM
Max BTU's / Hour
- BTU's / Hour
Multi Control Capabilities
Temperature Range (with remote)
Life
Hrs
Input Wattage
W
Delivered Lumens
lm
Efficacy
lm/W
Color Temperature
K
Color Rendering Index (CRI)
Equivalent Wattage
W
Energy Savings
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