550 VOC Polyurethane

550 VOC Polyurethane 1 Quart

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CAUTIONS

CONTAINS ALIPHATIC HYDROCARBONS.

Contents are COMBUSTIBLE. Keep away from heat and open flame.

VAPOR HARMFUL. Use only with adequate ventilation. To avoid overexposure, open windows and doors or use other means to ensure fresh air entry during application and drying. If you experience eye watering, headaches, or dizziness, increase fresh air, or wear respiratory protection (NIOSH approved) or leave the area. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Wash hands after using. Keep container closed when not in use. Do not transfer contents to other containers for storage.

FIRST AID: In case of eye contact, flush thoroughly with large amounts of water for 15 minutes and get medical attention. For skin contact, wash thoroughly with soap and water. In case of respiratory difficulty, provide fresh air and call physician. If swallowed, call Poison Control Center, hospital emergency room, or physician immediately.

DELAYED EFFECTS FROM LONG TERM EXPOSURE. Contains solvents which can cause permanent brain and nervous system damage. Intentional misuse by deliberately concentrating and inhaling the contents can be harmful or fatal.

WARNING

This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or reproductive harm.

DO NOT TAKE INTERNALLY. KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.

DESCRIPTION

A transparent, tough, oil-based finish formulated to provide excellent durability and remarkable stain resistance. DuraSeal® Polyurethane gives wood floors depth and richness while protecting them from dirt and spills. Available in satin, gloss, and semi-gloss sheens.

DIRECTIONS

WARNING! Removal of old paint by sanding, scraping, or other means may generate dust or fumes that contain lead. Exposure to lead dust or fumes may cause brain damage or other adverse health effects, especially in children or pregnant women. Controlling exposure to lead or other hazardous substances requires the use of proper protective equipment, such as a properly fitted respirator (NIOSH approved) and proper containment and cleanup. For more information, call the National Lead Information Center at 1-800-424-LEAD (in US) or contact your local health authority.

NEW WOOD FLOORS

  1. Properly prepare surface according to NWFA specifications.
  2. Seal with DuraSeal® Penetrating Finish or DuraSeal® Quick-Dry Sealer according to label directions. Allow to dry thoroughly.
  3. Stir product well before and occasionally during use. Apply DuraSeal® Polyurethane with a brush or lambs wool applicator in thin coats, at a coverage rate of 500 square feet per gallon (750 square feet per gallon for 450 VOC compliant product). NOTE: Application of thicker coats results in extended drying time.
  4. Allow to dry at least eight hours. Abrade with a maroon pad with sanding strips or a 120 grit screen. If allowed to dry more than 24 hours abrade thoroughly. Tack floor with a cloth moistened with mineral spirits to remove dust. Apply a second coat of DuraSeal® Polyurethane in the same manner as the first [step three above].
  5. If desired, additional coats of DuraSeal® Polyurethane may be applied. Allow each coat to dry at least 8 hours. Abrade with a maroon pad with sanding strips or a 120 grit screen between each coat. If allowed to dry more than 24 hours, abrade thoroughly.

SCREEN AND RECOAT

  1. Clean floors with an abrasive pad moistened with mineral spirits to remove all grease, oil, dirt, and soap residue. Screen using No. 100 grit screen. NOTE: Do not apply DuraSeal® Polyurethane over floors previously finished with shellac, lacquer, wax or stains containing stearates or wax.
  2. Proceed from step 3 under New Wood Floors.

OLD WOOD FLOORS

  1. Sand the floor to bare wood according to NWFA approved methods. Make sure to remove all existing stain and finish.
  2. Remove all dust with a broom and/or vacuum and tack floor with a cloth moistened with mineral spirits.
  3. Proceed from step 2 under New Wood Floors.

Precautions

DuraSeal® Polyurethane will have an ambering effect when applied over light colored surfaces. Do not apply DuraSeal® Polyurethane over floors previously finished with wax, shellac, lacquer, or stains containing wax or stearates. Allow extra drying time when applying over floors that have been stained. Do not use steel wool or burnish the surface before applying DuraSeal® Polyurethane. Do not apply DuraSeal® Polyurethane during extremely cold or humid weather. Do not close off ventilation after applying DuraSeal® Polyurethane. Always screen lightly between coats.

DRY TIME

Approximately 8 hours. Allow to dry overnight for light traffic. Allow to dry for 30 days before replacing furniture and rugs. NOTE: Drying time will be increased by high humidity, low temperature, lack of air movement or applying too heavily.

COVERAGE

Approximately 500 square feet per gallon. [750 square feet per gallon for 450 VOC compliant product].

CLEAN UP

Clean equipment with paint thinner, turpentine or mineral spirits.

MAINTENANCE

Place door mats at all exterior doors. Apply plastic or felt tips to all furniture. Wipe up spills as soon as possible. Vacuum or dust mop periodically to remove dust and grit. DuraSeal® Hardwood Floor Cleaner can be used to remove stubborn stains and dirt.

SOLVENT

Non-photochemically reactive.

AVAILABLE IN

TYPE SIZE PROD. NO. QTY PDS GHS SDS
MATTE QT 863154444 4 PDS SDS
SATIN (4.5) QT 863104444 4 PDS SDS
SEMI-GLOSS (4.5) QT 863054444 4 PDS SDS
GLOSS (4.5) QT 863004444 4 PDS SDS
MATTE 5 GAL 853150000 1 PDS SDS
MATTE GAL 813150000 4 PDS SDS
SATIN 2.5 GAL 88310000 1 PDS SDS
SEMI-GLOSS 2.5 GAL 88305000 1 PDS SDS
GLOSS 2.5 GAL 88300000 1 PDS SDS
SATIN (4.5) 5 GAL 85310000 1 PDS SDS
SEMI-GLOSS (4.5) 5 GAL 85305000 1 PDS SDS
GLOSS (4.5) 5 GAL 85300000 1 PDS SDS
SATIN (4.5) GAL 81310000 4 PDS SDS
SEMI-GLOSS (4.5) GAL 81305000 4 PDS SDS
GLOSS (4.5) GAL 81300000 4 PDS SDS