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Messmer's UV Plus in Natural Cedar is a transparent, oil-based penetrating stain for decks, siding, fences and other exterior wood, and it is Messmer's pick for cedar. Transparent iron oxide pigments absorb UV while the grain still shows, it contains fungicides and a mildewcide, and because it soaks in instead of forming a surface film it is not subject to peeling and flaking when properly applied. One coat is enough for most applications, and upkeep is clean and reapply, with no stripping or sanding. This is the 1 gallon, 250 VOC formula.
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Natural Cedar is a transparent tone. For a natural look with UV protection, Messmer's suggests matching the transparent finish to the wood, and Natural Cedar is its pick for cedar decks, siding, and fences.
One coat is enough for most applications. Using Messmer's coverage rates, a 300 sq ft smooth deck needs about 1.2 to 2 gallons, and the same area of rough-sawn wood needs about 2 to 3 gallons.
Messmer's expects 1 to 2 years on decks, 2 to 3 years on smooth vertical surfaces, and 3 to 4 years on rough vertical surfaces. Sun, weather, and direction of exposure all affect this.
Rags, steel wool, or waste soaked with UV Plus may spontaneously catch fire if improperly discarded. Immediately after each use, place them in a sealed, water-filled metal container. Read the full label before use.
Messmer's suggests matching the transparent finish to the wood, and Natural Cedar is its pick for cedar decks, siding and fences. UV Plus also suits pine, redwood and pressure treated lumber once new lumber has dried for several weeks.
Messmer's lists 150 to 250 sq ft per gallon on smooth wood and 100 to 150 sq ft per gallon on rough wood. One coat is enough for most applications, so a 300 sq ft smooth deck needs about 1.2 to 2 gallons.
It penetrates instead of forming a surface film, so when properly applied it is not subject to peeling and flaking. To maintain it, clean and/or brighten the wood and reapply. No stripping or sanding is needed.
Messmer's expects 1 to 2 years on decks, 2 to 3 years on smooth vertical surfaces and 3 to 4 years on rough vertical surfaces. Sun, weather and direction of exposure all affect this.
When surface temperatures are between 50 and 90 degrees F, on dry wood, with no rain expected within 24 to 48 hours. Avoid direct sun on hot days.
Finish the job with cotton rags, the deck staining project cart, or more deck stain, cleaner and outdoor wood supplies.
Documents are published by Messmer's. Always follow the label and SDS.
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30-day returns on unused, unopened items. Returns accepted within 30 days. We send you a prepaid return label. Contact us within 30 days of delivery to start a return. Opened paint, aerosols, flammables, special orders and sale items can't be returned. Read the full refund policy.
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