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WHAT
IS CETOL LOG & SIDING?
Sikkens Cetol Log and Siding is the newest member of the Sikkens
family of fine exterior wood finishing products. Cetol Log and
Siding is a two coat alkyd resin finish that offers optimum
protection and a premium look in just two coats. Cetol Log and
Siding creates a satin protective film which gives logs and
siding a premium furniture look and prevents wood from
weathering while still allowing the natural character and grain
of the wood to show through. The high solids alkyd resin used in
Sikkens Log and Siding is another example of the advancements
central to Sikkens “Next Wave” technology.
WHAT
ARE THE BENEFITS OF USING
CETOL LOG AND SIDING?
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The High Solids Alkyd
formulation means that
fewer coats will be
needed for optimum
protection and a premium
look.
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The Translucent Iron
Oxide Pigments and UV
Absorbers combination
gives high performance
UV protection to your
wood to prevent graying
and deterioration.
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Excellent Microporosity
and Flexibility prevents
blistering and cracking
due to temperature
induced expansion and
contraction or moisture
buildup.
WHAT
COLORS IS CETOL LOG AND
SIDING AVAILABLE IN?
Sikkens Cetol Log and Siding
is available in six natural
wood tone colors.
ARE
SAMPLE KITS OF SIKKENS CETOL
LOG AND SIDING AVAILABLE?
Yes! Logfinish.com provides
the best sample kits in the
Log Home Finishing industry.
Your Sikkens Cetol Log and
Siding Kit includes one
ounce sample jars of Log and
Siding 005 Natural Oak, 072
Butternut, 077 Cedar, 078
Natural, 085 Teak and 996
Natural Light. Try all these
samples on your own wood and
make your decision.
WITH CETOL LOG AND SIDING HAVING LOG MOISTURE CONTENT BELOW 18% IS THE KEY!
When Cetol Log and Siding is applied to logs
that have a moisture content of over 18%, mold and mildew can
grow beneath the surface of the coating. Also, as the moisture
attempts to escape, it can cause Cetol Log and Siding to lift or
peel. When in doubt about moisture content, use a moisture meter
to make certain the moisture content is below 18% prior to Cetol
Log and Siding Application. Here's a guide to help you do the
job right.
Laminated logs:
Generally the moisture content of laminated logs is below 14% and they are ready for immediate application of Cetol
Log and Siding once they have been cleaned.
Kiln-dried or air dried logs:
Generally, the moisture content of these logs is below 18%; however, some logs may have a moisture content higher than 18%. Therefore, it is recommended to apply Sikkens Log Pretreatment and then allow a 6 month drying period before applying Cetol Log & Siding. When in doubt , use a moisture meter to check things out.
Green, wet, or treated logs: These logs have a moisture content greater than 18%. Therefore, it is recommended to apply Sikkens Log Pretreatment and allow a 1 year drying period before applying Cetol Log & Siding.
For more information on Sikkens Log PreTreatment click here.
HOW
SHOULD LOGS BE TREATED ONCE
THE LOG HOME IS ERECTED?
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Clean mud and dirt off
logs with a pressure
washer.
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Unless your logs have
been pretreated with
borate at the factory,
we recommend applying an
EPA registered borate
wood preservative
treatment such as
Shellguard as soon as
possible according to
the preservative
manufacturer
recommendations.
When your log surface is
dry brush off any
residue from the borates
and spray one light coat
of Sikkens Log
Pre-Treatment on the
outside of your logs.
This prevents further
moisture absorption and
protects the logs while
the home is under
construction. It also
allows for a six (6)
month drying period to
ensure all the logs are
below 18% moisture
content.
WHAT
IS THE BEST WAY TO CLEAN
YOUR LOGS PRIOR TO APPLYING
CETOL LOG AND SIDING FINISH? LOG AND SIDING FINISH?
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Spray the surface with
clean water, wetting the
wood.
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Clean the surface with a
solution of 4 ounces of
100% powdered Tri-Sodium
Phosphate (TSP) or
phosphate-free
substitute plus, 1 quart
of liquid bleach in 3
quarts of water. Apply
this solution generously
to the wood with a
garden pump sprayer.
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Let the solution sit on
the wood for 15-20
minutes. During this
period, scrub the
surface with a hard
bristle brush to help
remove mill glaze and/or
weathering. Do not let
the solution dry on the
wood. Keep it wet.
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Let surface dry for 3
dry days before
application (i.e. the
moisture content is
below 18%). below 18%).
SPECIAL APPLICATION TIPS
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It is always recommended
to perform a two coat
color test on a sample
of your wood. Cetol Log
and Siding is difficult
to remove once it has
been applied. Before
doing a full application
make sure that your
color selection is
correct.
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New Rough-sawn wood
should be dry-brushed
using a brush with stiff
bristles to remove loose
dirt and fibers, if
debris is still present,
then follow the
preparation procedures. preparation procedures.
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Weathered wood affected
with blue fungi or rust
from nails may be
treated after the
surface preparation by
applying a solution of 4
ounces of oxalic acid
crystals in a gallon of
warm water. This
solution should be
allowed to sit on the
affected areas for 15-20
minutes before the final
rinse with clean water.
Let dry 3 days before
coating.
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Fill all joints, cracks,
and nail holes with a
good quality
polyurethane or acrylic
caulk/filler prior to
applying the coating.
WHAT
IS THE BEST WAY TO APPLY
CETOL LOG AND SIDING FINISH?
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Apply 1st coat of Cetol
Log & Siding Log & Siding
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Stir Cetol Log and
Siding well before using
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Let surface dry for
minimum of 24 hours
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Clean tools with paint
thinner or mineral
spirits
spirits
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Apply when the surface
and air temp is
50°F/10°C to
95°F/35°C
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Saturate all end grains,
nail holes and cracks in
the
wood
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Maintain a wet edge to
prevent lap marks
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Apply in the direction
of the wood grain using
a long
natural bristle brush
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Back prime any siding
(if possible)
WHEN
APPLYING CETOL LOG AND
SIDING PLEASE REMEMBER…
Apply Cetol
Log and Siding only over Sikkens Products -
Do not apply when the
surface is hot to the touch
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Do not apply when dew or
frost is present
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Do not apply in wet
weather
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Do not apply when moisture
content of the wood is greater than 18%.
HOW
MUCH AREA WILL A GALLON OF
CETOL LOG AND SIDING COVER?
On initial applications one
gallon of Cetol Log and
Siding will cover
approximately 200 square
feet of resawn siding or
about 350 square feet of
smooth logs or siding. On
initial applications two
coats of Cetol Log and
Siding is required. Cetol
Log and Siding should always
be applied at temperatures
between 50 and 95 degrees
Fahrenheit.
CETOL
LOG AND SIDING IS SAFE TO
USE!
Cetol Log and Siding is VOC
compliant and meets all
current state and federal
air quality requirements.ir quality requirements.
HOW DO
YOU MAINTAIN LOGS ONCE THE
HAVE BEEN COATED WITH
SIKKENS CETOL LOG AND SIDING
FINISH?
Every year:
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Inspect logs and check for any upward facing checks or
cracks that can hold water. Fill all checks with Checkmate.
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Examine caulking at corners, butt joints, windows and doors
and fill any voids with Energy Seal or Super Caulk.
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After filling all cracks and checks use Log Wash to clean
off the accumulation of environmental dirt and pollen.
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A little maintenance goes a long way in keeping your logs
and siding beautiful. siding beautiful.
Regular Maintenance Coats:
CAN
CETOL LOG AND SIDING BE USED
AS A MAINTENANCE COAT
OVER EXISTING CETOL 1 AND
2/3 APPLICATIONS?
Yes!!!!
Yes!!!!
HOW IS
CETOL LOG AND SIDING
SHIPPED??
Cetol Log
and Siding is shipped in
D.O.T.-approved one gallon
pails and five gallon
buckets that are packaged in
strong corrugated cartons.
99% of all our orders are
shipped within 24 hours of
order receipt. All shipments
are sent via UPS Ground.
HOW DO
I ORDER CETOL LOG AND
SIDING?
Logfinish.com nationally distributes Sikkens Cetol Log and Siding from
our warehouses in North Carolina and California. To order Sikkens Cetol Log
and Siding use our secure online order system 24/7 or contact us by phone,
fax, or e-mail. Our offices are open Monday-Friday from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Eastern Time. (6:00 AM -4PM Pacific Time)
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