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We want you to get the best results possible, so if you still have questions or need additional information after reading the contents of this document, please visit our website or contact us @ 888-782-4648 for additional product support.  \nTHE KEY TO SUCCESS with READY SEAL:  \nThis document contains multiple sections that address a variety of topics. Proper wood preparation and measuring the moisture content of the wood prior to application are the two most critical steps to getting the best results. *See the WOOD PREP and MOISTURE CONTENT sections of this document.  \nABOUT READY SEAL  \nReady Seal has been the product of choice for professionals since 1992. What used to be available to contractors only is now available to all.  \nReady Seal is a genuine semi-transparent stain and seal that penetrates into the wood rather than sitting on the surface. It is a proprietary blend of natural resins, trans-oxide pigments (which provide UV protection), and some of the finest oils in the industry. There is no linseed oil, which has been known to promote algae and mildew growth.  \nIt is ideal for fences, decks, cedar siding, log homes, wooden garage doors, children’s play-sets, equestrian centers, boat docks, pergolas, gazebos, cabanas, pavilions, and other outdoor wood structures. It is also safe to use indoors and frequently used for interior projects including cabinets, floors & furniture.  \nReady Seal can be used on most wood types, such as pine (regular and pressure-treated), cedar, tiger, cypress, redwood, walnut, cherry, hickory and oak, and even some exotics such as teak, ipê, massaranduba, cumara, and garapa, although there are some nuances with these exotic woods, so please contact our office at 888-782-4648 if you want additional information on these.  \nREADY SEAL WARRANTY  \nReady Seal warrants the quality of the contents of the container, so if it is determined that there is a defect in the product itself, replacement product or refund of purchase price will be provided at Ready Seal’s discretion. Labor costs are not covered by this warranty.  \nReady Seal does not guarantee the length of time the product will last, as there are a variety of factors that can affect that, including the age and type of wood, the weather, the color that is used (darker tones last longer than lighter), etc. We do, however, estimate that in most cases, Ready Seal will provide protection:  \n• 1-4 years for horizontal surfaces (like a deck or dock)  \n• 2-5 years for vertical surfaces (like a fence or pergola)  \nIn addition, no guarantee of results is offered, expressed, or implied. Ready Seal has no control over the surface preparation of the wood and/or application techniques, which is imperative to the success and longevity on the structure, so we encourage customers to read through this document completely to ensure they are following all manufacturer recommendations, and call our office if they have questions.  \nWOOD PREP  \nThe first requirement for proper wood preparation is that the wood is clean and bare, free from any previous product. If your wood is:  \n• Brand new, rough-cut lumber: no special prep needed  \n• Brand new, smooth-milled lumber (such as deck boards or furniture): there is an invisible mill glaze coating on this wood, which will inhibit the penetration of Ready Seal into the wood. This must be addressed before successful application. Ready Seal recommends using a 50% bleach/50%water solution, spray on the surface of the wood, let it sit for 15-20 minutes, then use a pressure washer (1000PSI or less), or a garden hose with a jet sprayer attached, and rinse the wood well.  \n• Older wood (more than a year old) with no previous product, but grey from age: Ready Seal recommends using a 50% bleach/50% water solution, spray on the surface of the wood, let it sit for 15-20 minutes, then rinse the wood well with a garden hose. 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