{"product_id":"old-masters-ascend-exterior-water-based-finish-semi-gloss-quart","title":"Old Masters Ascend Exterior Water-Based Finish, Semi-Gloss, Quart","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOld Masters Ascend Exterior Water-Based Finish, Semi-Gloss, Quart\u003c\/strong\u003e is intended for exterior; interior windowsills and door frames use. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUV absorbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePotential slight ambering over white or pastel colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMay need annual recoat in direct sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eExterior wood or painted wood; Railings; Outdoor furniture; Above waterline marine surfaces; Wood doors; Interior windowsills and door frames\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColor or finish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSheen\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSemi-Gloss\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSelected size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuart\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBase\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ewater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eexterior; interior windowsills and door frames\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCoverage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e230 to 465 sq ft\/gal at 1 to 2 dry mils per coat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTouch dry\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 minutes at 70°F and 50% RH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecoat\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 hour at 70°F and 50% RH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFull cure\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCuring toward ultimate hardness during first week; light use after 24 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication conditions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAir and surface 60°F to 90°F; humidity 30% to 70%; protect from freezing for 24 hours after application\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCoats\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThree minimum; additional coats for wood in direct sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApply with\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSynthetic fiber brush; Foam brush; Flat pad; Sprayer; Short nap roller followed immediately by brushing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eThinning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCleanup\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarm soapy water; rinse clean\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVOC\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLess than 275\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTopcoat compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTest over paints and stains; all sides of exterior wood should be coated to seal out moisture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer part #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e71204\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to apply\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean, dry, and sand surface; remove dust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir; do not shake; test adhesion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply even coats with grain, avoiding excessive buildup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSand lightly and remove dust between coats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply at least three coats and coat all sides of project\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e: Not considered hazardous under OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQuestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow much will I need?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhen can I apply another coat?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe listed manufacturer recoat guidance is 1 hour at 70°F and 50% RH. Follow the application conditions and instructions for this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myoldmasters.com\/product\/ascend-exterior\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eManufacturer directions and product information\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Masters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67673305514294,"sku":"71204","price":28.73,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0931\/9750\/0726\/files\/086348712041.jpg?v=1791583037","url":"https:\/\/projectweekenddiy.com\/products\/old-masters-ascend-exterior-water-based-finish-semi-gloss-quart","provider":"Project Weekend DIY","version":"1.0","type":"link"}