1.

Moisture

• The wood moisture content should be 12% or less to apply Ready Seal.
• We recommend using a moisture meter to confirm moisture content before staining.

2.

Mill Glaze

• New wood usually has a compacted surface condition called mill glaze which needs to be removed. This is most
  commonly seen on smooth milled substrates, including fir, western red cedar and pine.
• To remove mill glaze, first apply a 50% bleach + 50% water solution. Let that solution set for 15-20 minutes,
  rinse well with a power washer (1000 psi or less) or a garden hose with a jet spray attachment, and then allow
  to completely dry down to 12% moisture or less.

3.

Finishes

• Ready Seal will not penetrate through any other products.
• All other finishes must be completely removed by stripping or power washing.

4.

Sanding

• We do not suggest sanding. However, if necessary, we recommend using 60-80 grit sandpaper.

Questions? – Call Ready Seal technical support at 1-888-782-4648 for individual analysis.