Old Masters Ascend Exterior Water-Based Finish, Semi-Gloss, Gallon
Old Masters Ascend Exterior Water-Based Finish, Semi-Gloss, Gallon is intended for exterior; interior windowsills and door frames use.
Features
- UV absorbers
- Clear finish
- Potential slight ambering over white or pastel colors
- May need annual recoat in direct sun
Best for
Exterior wood or painted wood; Railings; Outdoor furniture; Above waterline marine surfaces; Wood doors; Interior windowsills and door frames
Specs
| Color or finish | Clear |
|---|---|
| Sheen | Semi-Gloss |
| Selected size | Gallon |
| Base | water |
| Use | exterior; interior windowsills and door frames |
| Coverage | 230 to 465 sq ft/gal at 1 to 2 dry mils per coat |
| Touch dry | 30 minutes at 70°F and 50% RH |
| Recoat | 1 hour at 70°F and 50% RH |
| Full cure | Curing toward ultimate hardness during first week; light use after 24 hours |
| Application conditions | Air and surface 60°F to 90°F; humidity 30% to 70%; protect from freezing for 24 hours after application |
| Coats | Three minimum; additional coats for wood in direct sun |
| Apply with | Synthetic fiber brush; Foam brush; Flat pad; Sprayer; Short nap roller followed immediately by brushing |
| Thinning | Not recommended |
| Cleanup | Warm soapy water; rinse clean |
| VOC | Less than 275 |
| Topcoat compatibility | Test over paints and stains; all sides of exterior wood should be coated to seal out moisture |
| Manufacturer part # | 71201 |
How to apply
Start with the manufacturer's preparation steps: Clean and dry; remove contaminants; Sand bare wood medium to fine with grain; remove dust without tack rag; Sand previously finished wood to remove gloss; Let oil stain dry at least 48 hours before topcoating.
- Clean, dry, and sand surface; remove dust
- Stir; do not shake; test adhesion
- Apply even coats with grain, avoiding excessive buildup
- Sand lightly and remove dust between coats
- Apply at least three coats and coat all sides of project
Good to know
Use limits: Wood decks, steps, and fences; Wood siding; Log homes; Below waterline surfaces; Foot traffic areas; Over shellac, lacquer, or stearate-containing filler, stain, or sealer.
: Not considered hazardous under OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 2024.
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: 230 to 465 sq ft/gal at 1 to 2 dry mils per coat. 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 1 hour at 70°F and 50% RH. Follow the application conditions and instructions for this product.