Preparation of New or Weathered Wood

Cleaning

1. 

   Step 1
   

   Wet surface with water prior to cleaning. Apply cleaning solution liberally with a pump sprayer, mop, brush, or roller. Keep the surface completely wet with the solution for 10-15 minutes.

2. 

   Step 2
   

   Scrub the surface using a stiff bristle broom or brush. The solution will foam.

3. 

   Step 3
   

   After scrubbing, thoroughly rinse the surface area with clean water at normal pressure or using a pressure washer at low setting (500-1200 psi).

4. 

   Step 4
   

   Let surface dry.  Next, lightly sand any loose wood fibers with medium grit sandpaper.

Priming

1. 

   Step 1
   

   For interior wood applications, use BEHR PREMIUM PLUS^® All-in-One Primer and Sealer. For exterior wood applications, use BEHR PREMIUM PLUS^® Multi-Surface Primer and Sealer.

2. 

   Step 2
   

   To apply the primer, use a high-quality 3/8 - 1/2" (9.5 - 13 mm) nap roller cover, nylon polyester  brush or airless sprayer. 

3. 

   Step 3
   

   Stir the primer occasionally. Do not thin if using a roller or brush. If using a sprayer and thinning is required, then thin with up to 1/2 pint (473 ml) of water per gallon of primer. Heavy stains may require two coats.
   
   The primer will dry to touch in 30 minutes and be ready to topcoat in 1 hour. Use the primer when air and surface temperatures are between 50-90 degrees F (10 - 32 degrees C). Clean up with soap and water.