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Sikkens Log Home, Deck, and Wood Siding Finishes

Sikkens Cetol 1 finishSikkens CetolŽ 1
A premium translucent exterior wood basecoat finish for Cetol 23 Plus. Normally used as the first and possible second coat for the Cetol 1 - Cetol 23 Plus system. May also be used on its own as a 3-coat system for specific purposes.
Sikkens Cetol 1 SPECS
Application Temperature 50°F to 95°F
Coats 1-3
Coverage
(sq. ft. per gal.)
200-350
 
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Sikkens Cetol 23 Plus finishSikkens CetolŽ 23 Plus
A translucent satin finish topcoat based on a proprietary resin that incorporates both UV absorbers (absorbing UV rays) and transparent iron oxide pigments (screen UV rays), which provide a protective coating and natural finish for exterior wood. Used in conjunction with Cetol 1 as a protective topcoat for exterior wood. Normally used as the last one or two coats in the Cetol 1 - Cetol 23 Plus system.
Sikkens Cetol 23 Plus SPECS
Application Temperature 50°F to 95°F
Coats 1-2
Coverage
(sq. ft. per gal.)
400-500
 
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Sikkens Cetol Log & SidingSikkens CetolŽ Log & Siding finish
A high performance, translucent, satin finish for vertical surfaces. This alkyd high solids formulation offers optimum protection and a premium look in just two coats. CetolŽ Log & Siding’s two coat satin finish creates a protective film which gives siding and logs a premium furniture look while still allowing all the natural character and grain of the wood to show through. CetolŽ Log & Siding product creates a durable surface barrier to prevent wood from weathering.
 
Sikkens Log & Siding
SPECS
Application Temperature 50°F to 90°F
Coats 2
Coverage
(sq. ft. per gal.)
175-450
 
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Sikknes Cetol DEK finishSikkens CetolŽ DEK Finish is a high performance, translucent, satin finish for decks. This alkyd high solids formulation offers optimum protection, ultimate durability and a beautiful furniture finish appearance with the simplicity of a one product two coat application. The high solids alkyd resin found in Cetol DEK Finish is another example of the advancements central to Sikkens “Next Wave” technology.
Is Sikkens DEK Finish right for your deck?
Deck lumber must be sanded (60-80 grit) prior to application.
DEK Finish must be applied to all six sides of deck lumber.
Do not use DEK Finish on screened-in porches or covered decks because it needs UV light in order for it to cure.
Do not use on skirted decks (wood lattice skirting is okay).
If these requirements don't fit your deck project, use SRD or
another deck finish.
 
Sikkens DEK Finish SPECS
Application Temperature 50°F to 95°F
Coats 2
Coverage
(sq. ft. per gal.)
350-450
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Sikknes Cetol DEK colors
 

Sikkens SRDSikkens CetolŽ SRD is a one coat translucent exterior wood finish based on a special oil and alkyd resin combination. The product uses a transparent iron-oxide pigmentation to provide an ultraviolet screen for the wood. Cetol SRD is for wall shakes, siding, shingles, and decks. Highly transparent; ensures optimum visibility of the grain. It is non-film building and contains fungicide to provide protection against surface mold growth.
Sikkens SRD SPECS
Application Temperature 50°F to 95°F
Coats 1
Coverage
(sq. ft. per gal.)
100-300
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Sikkens SRD colors