Exterior Wood Care Products
For Fences, Decks and Siding
Surface Prep Guide
Proper surface preparation with Flood® premium prep products is a critical step, whether refreshing an existing finish or prior to applying a new Flood wood finish. Removing dirt, grime, contaminants or previously coated wood deck, siding or wood fence stains and sealers will ensure a long-lasting finish for your wood surfaces.
Before You Start:
- Wear chemical-resistant gloves, boots, safety goggles and protective clothing.
- Pre-wet plants and shrubs.
CAUTION: Surfaces are slippery when wet. Use caution when walking on wet surfaces during application.
To remove mold and mildew, scrub the surface with a mixture of 4 oz. of non-ammonia detergent, one quart of household bleach and 3 qts. of water. Let solution stand on surface for 10-15 minutes, and then rinse thoroughly. Repeat until mildew is completely removed.
Flood Wood Cleaner:
NOTE: Do not mix Flood Wood Cleaner with chlorine bleach or other household cleaning products. To do so can result in release of highly toxic gases. Mix using only plastic containers in a well-ventilated area.
- Shake well before mixing.
- Mix one part Flood Wood Cleaner with four parts water.
Proper Surface Preparation
- Cover any areas you wish to protect.
- Sweep surface clean.
- Wet surface with water.
- Follow mixing instructions on the Flood WOOD CLEANER label.
- Apply a uniform coat of Flood WOOD CLEANER / water mixture with a garden sprayer, roller or nylon scrub brush.
- For vertical surfaces, work from bottom to top.
- Work into the wood with a nylon scrub brush. Do not use a wire brush.
- Keep surface wet. Allow solution to stand 20-30 minutes.
- Rinse surface and adjacent areas using highest pressure from a hose, or pressure wash between 500 - 1000 psi.
- Allow wood to dry 48 hours before finishing.
Flood Wood Stripper:
NOTE: Flood WOOD STRIPPER may darken cedar and redwood. To brighten wood use Flood WOOD CLEANER.
- Product may damage metal components of spray equipment.
- DO NOT store in aluminum containers.
Proper Surface Preparation
- Cover any areas you wish to protect.
- Sweep surface clean.
- Follow mixing instructions on the Flood WOOD STRIPPER label.
- Apply a uniform coat of Flood WOOD STRIPPER with a garden sprayer, roller or nylon scrub brush.
- For vertical surfaces, work from bottom to top.
- Work into the wood with a stiff nylon bristle brush.
- Keep surface wet. Allow solution to stand 20-30 minutes.
- Rinse surface and adjacent areas using highest pressure from a hose, or pressure wash between 500 - 1000 psi.
- Allow wood to dry 48 hours before finishing.
