Overview

Cetol Filter 7 Plus is a highly translucent, medium build, solvent borne woodstain for joinery with extra UV Protection. It provides long term weather protection due to a flexible, water-repellent coating film. It can be used as a two part system with a on bare wood.

Prevents cracking, flaking or peeling
Allows for the natural grain and quality of wood to show through
5 year maintenance cycle
Microporous and water-repellent

Tinted Colour Information

Tinted paint is custom mixed in house at Next Day Paint using our Sikkens tinting machine. We mix the paint on site, which means we can offer our usual fast delivery with no extra delay. Tinted Colour Match paints can't be cancelled or returned as they are tinted to order.

Area	Exterior
Recommended Use	Exterior softwood and hardwood joinery, windows and doors
Base	Solvent Based
Coverage	Up to 16m² per litre
Drying Time	3 Hours
Re-Coat Time	16 Hours
Recommended Coats	1-2 Coats
Application Method	Brush
VOC Levels	High
Clean Up	Remove as much product as possible from the brush before cleaning with a brush cleaner

Preparation

Always ensure the surface to be treated is clean, dry and free from any dust, algae, fungi or moss.

Resinous deposits should be removed with a scraper.
Degrease the surface with a lint free cloth and suitable solvent, allow to evaporate fully before applying Sikkens.
For previously stained or worn wood use a fine sandpaper of 240 grit work in the direction of to abrade the surface the grain.
Dust down entire surface.
Fill any cracks, holes or chips, always use a filler designed for timber.

Application

Before applying stir the product thoroughly and test a small area to ensure colour and adhesion. Colours can vary dependant on surface to be treated.

Do not apply when there is the risk of rain or when temperatures are below 5°C or above 30°C.
Protect from frost and rain until dry.
Always ensure product is fully mixed before and during application to ensure consistency in colour.
Do not thin.
can be used as a basestain for joinery items prior to coating with Cetol Filter 7 plus.
For application use a good quality, long-haired, soft bristle brush.
Apply along the grain in even strokes and avoid over brushing.
Use the minimum number of brushstrokes necessary to produce an acceptable finish.
Pay special attention to areas of exposed grain, tops and bottoms of doors and undersides of cills.
Allow a minimum of 16 hours drying time.
The second coat should be applied to all exposed surfaces, as soon as possible after the first coat has dried, but no sooner than 16 hours.
Additional preparation may be required if over 3 months between coats.