DEFY Wood Cleaner is a powdered concentrate that is mixed with water. DEFY Wood Cleaner cleans and restores the natural beauty of exterior wood. This product is also an excellent cleaner for vinyl and aluminum siding. DEFY Wood Cleaner will not harm wood fibers, grass, or most plants. DEFY Wood Cleaner removes dirt, grime, mildew stains, previous coatings (not paint) and weathered graying from horizontal and vertical wood surfaces. DEFY Wood Cleaner is recommended for surface preparation prior to application or reapplication of clear finishes and stains (for best results use DEFY Wood Stain).
NOTE: DEFY Wood Cleaner will darken redwood and some types of cedar. You must use DEFY Wood Brightener to remove darkening caused by DEFY Wood Cleaner.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Use 6 oz. (3/4 cup) of DEFY Wood Cleaner powdered concentrate with each gallon of water. One gallon covers 100-200 sq. ft. depending on wood porosity.
STEP 1: MIX: Mix with water and stir thoroughly until powder is dissolved. Powder dissolves faster in warm water. Solution should be used within six hours of mixing.
STEP 2: APPLY: Horizontal Surfaces – Dampen surface with water before application. Apply DEFY Wood Cleaner solution with a pump sprayer, brush, or mop, working on small areas (20-30 sq. ft.) at a time. Vertical Surfaces – Dampen surface with water before application. Apply with a sprayer working on small areas at a time. Start at the bottom and work to the top.
STEP 3: BRUSH: Horizontal Surfaces – Let solution stand approximately 10-20 minutes, keeping area wet with additional DEFY Wood Cleaner solution. Thoroughly scrub with a stiff, short bristle broom or brush. Vertical Surfaces – Let stand approximately 10-20 minutes, keeping surfaces wet with additional solution. Thoroughly scrub with brush, working from bottom to top. DEFY Wood Cleaner will open wood pores and some raising of wood fibers may occur.
STEP 4: RINSE: Rinse thoroughly with water from garden hose or power washer (with 800-1200 psi) using lowest pressure that cleans without damaging the wood. Repeat steps 2-4 on next small area. Continually rinse cleaned area of vertical surfaces to avoid streaking as work progresses. Allow wood surfaces to visually dry before applying DEFY Wood Stains. Heavily weathered or soiled surfaces may require a second application.
SAFETY & HANDLING: Solution will not harm grass or most plants. Rinse grass & plants thoroughly with water after exposure. Accumulation of product on ladders, scaffolding, decks, etc., may result in a slippery surface.
PRECAUTIONS
DANGER! Corrosive. Causes eye and skin burns. Harmful or fatal if swallowed. Oxidizer - contact with flammable or combustible material may cause fire. Keep out of reach of children. Do not take internally. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes and prolonged contact with skin. Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Avoid breathing mist. Close container tightly after each use. Do not re-use containers. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wear protective gloves, clothing and eye protection. Contains sodium carbonate peroxyhydrate, tetrasodium pyrophosphate, and sodium metasilicate. Do not mix with chlorine bleach or other chemicals. Store in original container only. Accumulation of product on ladders, scaffolding, decks, etc., may result in a slippery surface.
FIRST AID
If inhaled: Move to fresh air. If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give an unconscious person anything to drink. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Oxygen and/or artificial respiration may be necessary. For skin contact: Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water. Get medical attention if irritation persists. For eye contact: Immediately flush eyes thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes, including under the eyelids. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Seek medical attention immediately. For additional information for this product, consult the Safety Data Sheet available at www.defywoodstain.com.