General Finishes Arm-R-Seal Wipe-On Topcoat, Satin, Quart
General Finishes Arm-R-Seal Wipe-On Topcoat, Satin, Quart is intended for interior use.
Features
- Ambering clear topcoat
- Oil-based urethane resin
- Wipe-on finish
- Durable for high-use interior wood
- Self-sealing
Best for
Interior raw wood; Cabinets; Trim; Doors; Furniture; Floors; Existing sound finishes after prep
Specs
| Color or finish | Clear, dries amber |
|---|---|
| Sheen | Satin |
| Selected size | Quart |
| Base | oil-based urethane |
| Use | interior |
| Coverage | 50-60 sq ft/pint, 100-125 sq ft/quart, 400-500 sq ft/gallon |
| Touch dry | 12+ hours |
| Recoat | 24+ hours |
| Full cure | 30 days |
| Application conditions | TDS recommends 70°F and 50% relative humidity |
| Coats | 3 coats on current product page; TDS says 3-4 total finish coats |
| Apply with | Rag or soft cloth; Foam brush; Roller |
| Thinning | Rarely needed; up to 10% mineral spirits if needed |
| Cleanup | Mineral spirits |
| VOC | Satin <576.788 g/L |
| Topcoat compatibility | Can be applied over dry stains and Seal-A-Cell; test compatibility with other manufacturers’ coatings |
| Manufacturer part # | ASQT |
How to apply
Start with the manufacturer's preparation steps: Clean dust and contaminants; Sand raw wood progressively up to 220 grit; Clean and scuff pre-finished wood.
- Clean and sand wood surface; stir product
- Apply thin coats with rag or brush
- Allow each coat to dry and recoat according to current product-page timing
- Let cure before full use
Good to know
Use limits: Exterior use; Food preparation or chopping surfaces; Spray application not recommended.
Danger: Flammable liquid and vapor; aspiration hazard; may cause skin allergy, eye irritation, genetic defects and cancer; prolonged exposure may damage central nervous system.
Prop 65 warning: Satin and Semi-Gloss: manufacturer product page identifies benzene, respirable crystalline silica and toluene exposure warnings.
Warning: Oil-soaked rags may spontaneously combust if improperly discarded.
Keep the recoat time and full cure time separate when planning the project. The recoat figure tells you when another coat can be applied; it does not replace the full cure guidance.
Questions
How much will I need?
Use these manufacturer coverage figures: 50-60 sq ft/pint, 100-125 sq ft/quart, 400-500 sq ft/gallon. Match the figure to the container size, and account for the stated number of coats.
When can I apply another coat?
The listed manufacturer recoat guidance is 24+ hours. Follow the application conditions and instructions for this product.