CUTEK® Interior

Step 1 🢒 Prepare

It is important that CUTEK® Interior be applied to a clean, dry and smoothly sanded wood surface. You must appropriately prepare your timber BEFORE applying CUTEK® Interior.

If you have… BARE TIMBER

Lightly sand your surface smooth using 180 grit sandpaper. Be careful to only sand in the direction of the grain and ensure you remove all traces of sanding dust after sanding. Clean the surface with mineral turpentine to remove stains, dirt, wax, grease and oil from the substrate. Determine suitability of purpose by testing CUTEK® Interior in an inconspicuous area to check for extractive staining and acceptable gloss level prior to coating the entire surface.

If you have… PREVIOUSLY COATED TIMBER

CUTEK® Interior MAY be applied on top of some previous coatings by using the following instructions. Lightly sand the surface using 180 grit sandpaper. Ensure that you remove all traces of sanding and coating residue after sanding. Test adhesion to the previous coating, by applying one coat of CUTEK® Interior to a small area and allow to dry for 4 hours. Press sticky tape firmly to the dried surface and pull off quickly. If any of the CUTEK® Interior coating comes off, sand back further until CUTEK® Interior adheres to the previous coated surface without coming off.

NOTE: CUTEK® Interior is a clear matt finish and any stains, visible scratches, imperfections, severe wear or surface contaminants left by previous coatings will be visible if not removed prior to application. Polish and/or wax finishes must be completely removed with a suitable polish remover as sanding will not provide appropriate adhesion for CUTEK® Interior.

Important information before proceeding

CUTEK® Interior may react with soluble extractives from high extractive timbers (such as Vitex) that can present as a discolouration in the dried coating. It is vital that the end user determine the suitability of CUTEK® Interior for their own purpose by testing a sample area first.

CUTEK® Interior is not compatible and should not be used in conjunction with CUTEK® Extreme CD50 and CUTEK® Wood Preservative.

CUTEK® Interior is not recommended for use on timber flooring or food preparation surfaces.

STEP 2 > PROTECT

Safety And Precautions

Before you begin to Protect your timber, note the hazards and precautions on this label and ensure that you have obtained and know how to use the correct safety equipment. CUTEK® Interior is a hazardous chemical. It is important to refer to the health and safety considerations listed in the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) PRIOR to commencement of your project. When using CUTEK® Interior all adjacent surfaces and vegetation must be adequately protected.

Application:

Before and during use, ensure that CUTEK® Interior is stirred thoroughly, making sure you stir from the bottom of the can. CUTEK® Interior must be applied to a clean and dry surface.

Apply CUTEK® Interior to all visible faces of the wood with a paint pad, brush or roller ensuring that the coat is even and without pooling. If applying with a brush or paint pad, ensure you brush in the direction of the grain. Allow to dry for a minimum of 2 hours.

TIP: Sanding between coats may not be required as long as the time between coats is less than 16 hours. If the time between coats is greater than 16 hours, lightly sand using 180 grit sand paper.

After sanding, wipe the surface clean before the subsequent coat. Apply the subsequent coat evenly and without pooling. For best results, a third coat should be applied.

NOTE: While surface may feel completely dry after several hours, full cure may take up to 7 days. Protect coated surfaces until full cure is achieved.

Clean-Up:

Equipment may be cleaned with water. Ensure wash water is disposed in accordance with local regulations.

MAINTENANCE

Prior to application of a maintenance coat, ensure all surfaces are sanded back with 180 grit sandpaper to an even appearance. Apply additional coats of CUTEK® Interior to achieve your desired effect.

• How long can I store CUTEK® Interior for?

  CUTEK® Interior can be stored for up to one year after use when done so correctly. To store correctly, store in a cool, dry area out of direct sunlight; lid must be airtight. If the lid has been damaged, the remaining contents may be tipped into another compatible container (HDPE or Lined metal containers). Minimising the air space in the can will also increase the storage life of the product.

• Does CUTEK® Interior come in a sheen or a gloss finish?

  At this stage, CUTEK® Interior does not come in a gloss finish

• Can I use CUTEK® Interior on doors and windows?

  CUTEK® Interior can be applied on interior doors and windows.

• Can I use CUTEK® Interior on internal flooring?

  No. We do not recommend the use of CUTEK® Interior on flooring.

• Can I use CUTEK® Interior on food preparation surfaces?

  No. CUTEK® Interior is not suitable for use on food preparation surfaces.

• Will CUTEK® Interior yellow over time?

  CUTEK® Interior is non-yellowing, however the timber substrate colour may change (lighten or darken) with exposure to UV.

• Can I coat CUTEK® Interior over other coatings?

  CUTEK® Interior may be applied on top of some previous coatings. Ensure you complete a test patch as per the label instructions to ensure adhesion.

  CUTEK® Interior is a clear matt finish and any stains, visible scratches, imperfections, severe wear or surface contaminants left by previous coatings will be visible if not removed prior to application.

  Polish and/or wax finishes must be completely removed with a suitable polish remover as sanding will not provide appropriate adhesion for CUTEK® Interior.

• Do I have to sand between coats of CUTEK® Interior?

  Sanding between coats may not be required as long as the time between coats is less than 16 hours. If the time between coats is greater than 16 hours, lightly sand using 180 grit sand paper. After sanding, wipe the surface clean before the subsequent coat.

• Can CUTEK® Interior be tinted?

  No. CUTEK® Interior is designed as a clear, matte finish that keeps the natural look of uncoated wood.

• How long does CUTEK® Interior take to dry?

  CUTEK® Interior takes approximately 2 hours to dry, however it may take up to 7 days to fully cure.

• Can I mix CUTEK® Colourtones into CUTEK® Interior?

  No. CUTEK® Colourtones are not compatible and should not be used with CUTEK® Interior.

• Can I use CUTEK® Interior outside?

  CUTEK® Interior is design for application on interior wood substrates (excluding food preparation surfaces and flooring) and is not recommended for use on exterior timber. It can be applied to exterior timber that is protected from weather and UV (such as patio ceiling, etc.). For advice on the suitability of CUTEK® Interior for your specific application, contact CUTEK®.

• Can CUTEK® Interior coat over CUTEK® Extreme CD50 and/or CUTEK® Wood Preservative?

  No. CUTEK® Interior should not be applied over timber that has been previously coated with CUTEK® Extreme CD50 or CUTEK® Wood Preservative. CUTEK® Interior may not adhere sufficiently to the CUTEK® oil system.

• Can I use CUTEK Interior on exterior timber?

  We do not recommend the use of CUTEK® Interior on external timber applications. CUTEK® interior has been specially formulated to protect wood in internal application conditions.

• Can I apply CUTEK® without sanding between coats?

  CUTEK® Extreme CD50 and CUTEK® Wood Preservative do not behave like traditional film forming coatings, meaning there is no need to sand between coats, unless there is a need to rectify some defect in the timber substrate.

  CUTEK® Interior does not need to sanded between coats if the recoat time is less than 16 hours unless there is a requirement to remove a surface defect such as environmental dust. If the recoat time is greater than 16 hours, always lightly sand in the direction of grain using 180 grit sand paper. After sanding, wipe the surface clean before recoating.

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