General Finishes GF-CP-5 5 Gallon Interior Clear Water Base Poly Flat

Description

Step 1: Preparation for Clear Poly All wood projects require preparation sanding, and all existing finishes require prep cleaning and sanding. Do NOT use steel wool with water-based finishes; the particles will get trapped in the finish and rust. Power Prep Cleaning Highly Used Existing Finishes For high-use areas such as kitchen cabinets or table tops with heavy grime build-up and oil from hands, give your project a "Power" clean. Remove dust with a vacuum, compressed air, an oil-free tack cloth or a water-dampened rag. Scrub clean with a detergent, such as Spic and Span or Dawn, using a Scotch Brite pad. Sand lightly with a fine-grade (220-320) foam sanding pad. It does not require a topcoat. Do NOT use steel wool with water-based finishes; the particles will get trapped in the finish and rust. If you use with products containing phosphates (salt), which can linger in the substrate and produce a white haze, be sure to rinse thoroughly. General Finishes Clear Water Based Poly Top Coat - 5 Gallon - Flat - Enduro Clear Poly is a high-performing commercial-grade water-based topcoat fortified with polyurethane that delivers a clear, tough, durable and abrasion-resistant finish. If you skip this critical step, your finish may fail. Preparation for Projects with an Existing Finish (Sealed Surface) For high-use areas with heavy grime build-up and oil from hands, give your project a deeper cleaning. Scrub clean with a Scotch Brite pad and a 50:50 mix of denatured alcohol and water.

Key Features

• Step 1: Preparation for Clear Poly All wood projects require preparation sanding, and all existing finishes require prep cleaning and sanding.
• Do NOT use steel wool with water-based finishes; the particles will get trapped in the finish and rust.
• Power Prep Cleaning Highly Used Existing Finishes For high-use areas such as kitchen cabinets or table tops with heavy grime build-up and oil from hands, give your project a "Power" clean.
• Preparation for Raw Wood or Raw Wood Projects That Are to be Stained Sanding Schedule: 120-grit followed by 150- or 220-grit sandpaper.
• Do not over-sand with fine-grit sandpapers; this will close and seal the wood grain, preventing ideal color absorption.
• Preparation for Projects with an Existing Finish (Sealed Surface) For high-use areas with heavy grime build-up and oil from hands, give your project a deeper cleaning.