Overview

Sikkens Cetol HLS Plus is a highly translucent, solvent-borne, mat woodstain for use on exterior softwood and hardwood substrates. It’s a low-build formula that absorbs into the wood, allowing the natural grain and quality of wood to show through. It can be used as a 3 coat system on cladding, fascias, soffits, rough sawn timber, fencing, decking, garden furniture and handrails. As well as a base stain on bare smooth joiner before the use of higher build finishes such as Cetol Filter 7.

• Resistance to UV Radiation, peeling and cracking
• Microporous and water-repellent
• Can be used as a base stain and finishing coat
• Matt finish

Preparation

Always ensure the surface to be treated is clean, dry and free from any dust, algae, fungi or moss.

• Resinous deposits should be removed with a scraper.
• Degrease the surface with a lint free cloth and suitable solvent, allow to evaporate fully before applying Sikkens.
• For previously stained or weathered wood use a fine sandpaper of 120 or 240 grit to abrade the surface working in the direction of the grain.
• Dust down entire surface.
• Fill any cracks, holes or chips, always use a filler designed for timber.
• Please always follow instructions of manufacturer when staining new wood as some substrates will require leaching time.

Application

Before applying stir the product thoroughly and test a small area to ensure colour and adhesion. Colours can vary dependant on surface to be treated. This product can not be sprayed.

• Do not apply when there is the risk of rain or when temperatures are below 5°C or above 30°C.
• Protect from frost and rain until dry.
• Always ensure product is fully mixed before and during application to ensure consistency in colour.
• Do not thin.
• For application use a good quality, long-haired, soft bristle brush.
• Apply along the grain in even strokes and avoid over brushing.
• Pay special attention to areas of exposed grain, tops and bottoms of doors and undersides of cills.
• Excess surface liquid should re-distributed after 5-20 minutes using a dry brush.
• Allow a minimum of 18-24 hours drying time.
• To apply a 3 coat system, lightly sand between each coat with a 240 grit or lighter sandpaper, do not break the surface coating.
• Remove all dust before re-applying.
• To use as a base coat, after applying one coat continue with a top coat such as Cetol Filter 7.
• Subsequent coatings should be applied as soon as possible after the previous coat has dried, but no sooner than 12-24 hours, in order to provide full protection.
• Additional preparation may be required if over 3 months between coats.

Note: Always follow the manufacturer instructions found on the tin.

Aftercare & Storage