Why Wood Shield?

Provides 10 Years of the Highest Quality Protection Stabilizes & Enhances Wood and Stain Color Repels Water - UV Stable - NOT Hazardous

Description

This sealant preserves the woods natural look while providing an unprecedented shield against nature. Log Home Shield will reduce the expansion and contraction cycle due to moisture changes within the wood, which will extend the strength of the wood. Its use eliminates or greatly reduces nail staining, water marking, warping and cracking. Beauty, durability and clear protection are combined in this unique finish that contains no hazardous materials, is not poisonous and will not burn. Protects all types of commercial grade wood.

Where to use

Log Home Shield is recommended on exterior bare wood, pressure treated wood, or wood recently stained. Not recommended for painted wood surfaces. Use on log homes, fences, siding and garage doors. Do not use where traffic will be present, ie: on deck walking surfaces or the seat area of furniture.

Coverage

A heavy coat is recommended. Coverage will vary due to porosity of surface and application technique. One gallon (3.78 Liters) will normally cover 150 to 250 sq. ft. (13.9 to 23 sq. meters) on highly porous surfaces and 200 to 300 sq. ft. (18.6 to 27.9 sq. meters) on less porous wood surfaces. Do not thin.

Surface Preparation

Clean surfaces thoroughly. Remove all dirt, sap and mildew. Check for rot and decay. Replace any damaged boards with new wood. Caulk all cracks around joints, seams or other sources of moisture entry. Clean discolored wood thoroughly with Interlock Wood Cleaner, using safety precautions to protect skin and eyes. Rinse well and let dry. Power washing is an excellent way to clean large surfaces quickly. Surfaces should be treated with a fungicide to prevent fungal/mold/mildew growth.

Restoring Wood to it's Natural Look

Clean surface thoroughly. Remove all traces of previously applied stain or paint by scraping or sanding. Old colors, stains or marks will show through this transparent finish.

Stained surfaces

Log Home Shield provides superior long term protection for stained surfaces. Applying Log Home Shield as an overcoat to your stained wood will significantly reduce maintenance, enhance and stabilize the color. For best results, allow 4 to 6 weeks of weathering to stain before over-coating with sealant.

Weathered Wood

If wood is grayed and deteriorated, the surface should be lightly sanded to reveal a clean layer of bright wood. Deep cracks in the wood must be patched. Severely eroded wood should be completely removed.

Mildew

Mildew is a fungus that looks like dirt but won’t wash off. Mildew must be removed before finishing or it will grow through any new coat of finish. To remove mildew, scrub surface with Interlock Mildew Remover. Rinse thoroughly. Protect eyes and skin by wearing rubber gloves and eye goggles when working with Interlock Mildew Remover. Allow to dry completely before applying finish. Areas with little or no direct sunlight may grow mildew. To prevent future mildew growth, pre-treat these areas with a fungicide. Surfaces should be treated with a fungicide to prevent fungal/mold/mildew growth.

Application

Do not thin or intermix with other coating products. Application with a high quality brush is recommended. May be applied by roller, dipping or by lowpressure garden-type sprayer. If applied by sprayer to rough surfaces, backbrushing or back-rolling is recommended. Coat vertical surfaces starting at the bottom and working up. Do not saturate or puddle on horizontal surfaces. Application Note: A heavy coat is recommended. Apply a second coat as needed. It is recommended that you test a small area to assure satisfaction of appearance.

Drying Time

Allow 24 to 48 hours depending on temperature and humidity. Over application will lead to increased drying time. Apply only when surface and air temperatures are between 45-90°F (5-37°C) during application and curing time. It is not Recommended to apply product if rain is expect within 24 hour period.

Clean up

Clean brushes and equipment immediately with warm soap and water.

First Aid

If swallowed, give large quantities of water to dilute and call a physician. In case of eye contact, rinse immediately with water for 15 to 20 minutes. For skin contact, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
KEEP FROM FREEZING - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

The Interlock Guarantee: Interlock Professional Products guarantees your satisfaction with the application and performance properties of this product if it is correctly applied to a properly prepared surface in accordance with label directions. Specifically, Interlock warrants this product will prevent water damage and graying of the substrate for 10 years after the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover wood that has water damage prior to sealant application and graying due to surface mildew growth. If you are not completely satisfied with this product’s performance, Interlock will provide replacement product or refund the purchase price – Guaranteed. LABOR AND ALL OTHER DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED. INTERLOCK MAKES NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. To make a claim under this warranty, supply proof of purchase to the store where you purchased the product or contact: Interlock Professional Products, 7186 W. Gates Ave, West Valley City, UT 84128