General Finishes Flat Out Topcoat, Clear, Very Flat, Quart
General Finishes Flat Out Topcoat, Clear, Very Flat, Quart is intended for Interior only use.
Features
- Wax-like very flat look
- Self-crosslinking acrylic
- Water-white in can, dries clear
- Less clarity and durability than High Performance
- Shows fingerprints more than High Performance
Best for
Interior low-use raw wood; Interior stained wood; Interior non-white painted wood; Decorative shelves and accent pieces; Properly primed MDF, HDF and Masonite
Specs
| Color or finish | Clear, Very Flat |
|---|---|
| Sheen | Flat |
| Selected size | Quart |
| Base | Water-based self-crosslinking acrylic |
| Use | Interior only |
| Coverage | 65-75 sq ft/pint; 125-150 sq ft/quart; 500-600 sq ft/gallon |
| Touch dry | 30+ minutes |
| Recoat | 2+ hours |
| Full cure | 21 days at 70°F and 50% humidity |
| Application conditions | Recommended 70°F and 50% humidity, out of direct sunlight |
| Coats | 3 total coats |
| Apply with | Brush; Roll; Spray |
| Thinning | Distilled water, start at 5%, up to 10% by volume; TDS also lists GF Extender and Accelerator |
| Cleanup | Soap and water for hands; GF Brush & Gun Cleaner for equipment |
| VOC | TDS 210 g/L; current page <250 g/L |
| Topcoat compatibility | Self-sealing; TDS suggests 1-2 coats GF gloss or semi-gloss topcoat underneath for clarity on dark colors; let oil finishes dry 72+ hours before application |
| Manufacturer part # | FQT |
How to apply
Start with the manufacturer's preparation steps: Raw wood: sand no finer than 220 grit and remove dust; Fresh stain: allow to dry completely; do not sand; Existing sealed wood: scuff with 50:50 denatured alcohol and water, dry, sand 220-320 grit, remove dust.
- Prepare and clean substrate
- Stir thoroughly; do not shake
- Test adhesion over existing finish
- Apply by brush, roll or spray; 3 total coats
- Sand lightly between coats and remove dust
- Allow 21 days for full cure
Good to know
Use limits: Kitchen cabinets and tabletops; Medium- or high-use pieces; White or light paint due to yellowing; Exterior use.
No signal word: 2021 SDS: not classified; no known significant effects or critical hazards.
: Current product page: California Prop 65 statement says no listed chemicals found in this product.
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: 65-75 sq ft/pint; 125-150 sq ft/quart; 500-600 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 2+ hours. Follow the application conditions and instructions for this product.