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The Basics in Applying Symphony
1. Always test Symphony on your logs before you do the entire wall or structure.
2. Your wood should be clean and
free of dust, oil, wax, grease, pencil marks, etc. All cleaners or
brightener residues must be removed completely (i.e., chlorine bleach,
oxalic acid, etc.).
3. The
moisture content of the wood should be less than 20% before applying
Symphony.
4. For best results, sand to a smooth finish with fine sandpaper. Remove all dust before finishing. Do not use steel wool; it may cause rust stains.
5. Brushing after spraying will enhance penetration into the wood surface. Brush material in the direction of the grain. Do not over-brush (bubbles can form). Sand between coats for a smoother finish.
6. Best results are obtained when applying between 60°-90°F. Avoid applying in cold drafts or areas with no overhead roofs.
Notes: We have experienced a very small number of cases of discoloration streaks developing on unstained logs after Symphony has been applied. Most discoloration (slight in random streaks) dissipates in 3-4 weeks. Some chemicals used in pre-treating logs have led to some intense discoloration (brown in color). If such a problem occurs, apply one coat of clear shellac before proceeding with Symphony. Pre-test Symphony on a small area before applying it on large surfaces. While this is a very rare occurrence, it is also unpredictable, and the risk of such an event occurring can be greatly reduced by applying one coat of clear shellac before applying one or more coats of Symphony.
Number of Coats
Apply two or more coats—additional coats will give a more durable finish with higher gloss and more depth.
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