A properly prepped surface is the key to a professional quality job.
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Prepping
Here's how to make sure your wood surface is clean, dry, and sound. Review the prepping topics below before you start working. Each topic can be printed for easy reference.
Exterior Surface Prep
Cleaning and smoothing exterior wood surfaces.
- Surface Prep Step by Step
- Removing Surface Contaminants
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Extractive Bleeding: Not a Stain Failure
- Hardwoods vs. Softwood
- Vertical vs. Horizontal
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Cedar Siding: Grades, Seasoning, Patterns, etc.
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Selecting Exterior Primers
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Pressure Washing
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Peeling Common Causes
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Superior Performance begins with Surface Prep
Problem-Solver Wood Cleaner
Specially formulated to remove dirt, mildew stains and other foreign matter from all woods.
Polystain colors
Combines the color of a wood stain with the protection of a polyurethane.
Ideas for your floor
With Cabot's wide range of Ready Mix and custom colors, you are sure to find the right color.