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How to Prep Your Weathered Wood
If no previous stain or finish has been applied or it has worn away, you'll usually have a weathered wood surface that has aged and darkened in colour. Rejuvenate and prepare your wood for coating with BEHR PREMIUM® All-in-One Wood Cleaner.
For Best Results:
Use BEHR PREMIUM® All-In-One Wood Cleaner to remove stains caused by mold and mildew, while also restoring the wood's natural colour.
Once the surface has completely dried, coat with a BEHR Stain or Finished product.
Suggested Tools & Supplies
- Bucket
- Broom (Stiff Bristle)
- Brush 5.1 - 6.4 cm (2"-2½")
- Bucket Grid
- Chemical Resistant Gloves
- Drop Cloths
- Extension Pole
- Vinyl Gloves
- Hose
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High Pressure Nozzle
- Paint Can Opener
- Paint Tray
- Paint Tray Liner
- Painter's Tape
- Plastic Sheeting
- Pressure Washer
- Protective Apparel
- Pump Sprayer
- Rags
- Roller Cover and Frame
- Stir Stick
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Step 1Wet the wood surface and apply the BEHR PREMIUM® All-in-One Wood Cleaner with a pump sprayer.
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Step 2Wait 15 minutes then scrub the wet surface with a stiff bristled brush.
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Step 3Rinse the wood surface thoroughly.
TIP: The BEHR PREMIUM All-in-One Wood Cleaner will neutralize the stripper product and clean and brighten your wood prior to coating.
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Step 4Once the surface has completely dried, you're ready to coat with a BEHR stain or finish product.
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