PRODUCT DATA
170
Tropicoat Transparent Wood Stain
CONTRACTOR鈥橲 CHOICE 鈥? EXTERIOR 100% ACRYLIC 鈥? SATIN 鈥? 170
Vehicle Type
Product Description Waterborne 鈥? 100% Acrylic
Tropicoat Transparent Stain is a premium quality exterior 100% acrylic Finish
penetrating wood stain designed for use in residential, architectural, Satin (varies with color and
porosity of surface; can achieve
commercial and light industrial applications on a variety of properly
high gloss with sufficient number
prepared unfinished wood surfaces. of coats)
Use
Performance
Exterior
鈥? Easy to apply
Percent Solids By Weight
鈥? Rapid dry 19.2% 卤 2%
鈥? Good resistance to blistering, cracking, chipping and peeling
Percent Solids By Volume
鈥? Good chalk resistance 18.2% 卤 2%
鈥? Non-yellowing
Suggested Coverage
鈥? Low odor
200-400 SFPG
鈥? Durable (varies with porosity of surface)
Dry Film Thickness
May be applied to properly prepared... 1.2 mils @ 250 SFPG
鈥? Wood Surfaces including: Viscosity
鈥? 50 KU 卤 5
Pressure Treated Wood
鈥? Lumber Flash Point
鈥? Trim Non-flammable 鈥? >200掳 F.
鈥? Plywood
VOC
鈥? Siding Contains 1.42 lbs./gal. (170 gms./ltr.)
鈥? Complies with all Federal, State
Shingles & Shakes
and Local VOC standards.
鈥? Fences
Application Equipment
鈥? Railings
Brush, roller, airless or
conventional spray
Limitations
Drying Time
Not recommended for steps, walkways, or other foot or vehicle traffic At 75掳F. / 50% RH
areas. Do not use on substrates constantly in contact with moisture. Do not 1 hour to touch
4 hours to recoat
use in corrosive or chemical environments, or areas subject to intense
Colors
heat.
White, off whites, pastels, light,
medium and deep colors
Products Included in This Line
170 - Accent Base
COLOR WHEEL PAINT MANUFACTURING COMPANY, INC.
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2814 Silver Star Road 鈥? Orlando, Florida 32808
407-293-6810 鈥? 800-749-6810 鈥? Fax 407-293-0945
Exterior Stains & Varnishes
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170 TROPICOAT TRANSPARENT WOOD STAIN 鈥? CONTRACTOR鈥橲 CHOICE 100% ACRYLIC 鈥? EXTERIOR 鈥? SATIN
Surface Preparation General Application Safety
The performance of this product is critically Mix thoroughly to a uniform consistency before WARNING! HARMFUL IF INHALED. SEE
dependent upon the soundness of the substrate each use. Apply by brush, roller or airless LABEL OR MSDS FOR LIST OF HAZARDOUS
to which it is applied. It has been determined sprayer. Work material vigorously into pores. INGREDIENTS. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF
that as high as 80% of all paint and coating Maintain a wet edge. If roller application is CHILDREN! May cause eye, skin, nose and
failures may be attributed to improper surface employed on porous surfaces, final passes throat irritation. To avoid breathing vapors
preparation. It is essential that the proper steps should be completed in a downward direction or spray mist, open windows and doors or
be taken before applying this product. to insure a uniform appearance and texture. use other means to insure fresh air entry
Apply at such a rate as to avoid runs and sags. during application and drying. If you
General:
Surface must be completely dry and in sound If airless spray application is employed on experience eye watering, headaches or
condition. Surface should be clean and free porous surfaces, immediate 鈥渂ack rolling鈥? and dizziness, increase fresh air or wear
from dirt, grease, mill oils, rust, mill scale, 鈥渂ack brushing鈥? with wet roller/brush is respiratory protection (NIOSH/MSHA TC 23C
chalky paint, efflorescence, organic growth, recommended to help reduce pinholing and or equivalent) or leave area. Close container
mildew, and foreign matter to insure good work material into pores. after each use. Avoid contact with eyes and
adhesion of primers and/or finish coats. skin.
Thinning:
Peeling, cracking, and chipping paint First Aid
Under normal conditions thinning is not
should be removed by sandblasting, power recommended. If you experience difficulty in breathing,
tool cleaning, hand tool cleaning, pressure Clean-Up: leave the area to obtain fresh air. If continued
washing, scraping, or wire brushing. All Clean all tools and equipment with warm, difficulty is experienced, get medical
glossy surfaces should be sanded or soapy water immediately after use. Flush spray assistance immediately. In case of eye
de-glossed. Feather sand rough edges of equipment thoroughly. contact, flush immediately with large
previously painted surfaces and spot prime Application Equipment amounts of fresh water for at least 15 minutes
bare areas. Any deteriorated or failed and get medical attention; for skin, wash
Brush: Use a quality nylon or polyester brush.
sealant and/or patching compound should thoroughly with soap and water. If
Roller: Use lambswool or synthetic cover:
be removed and replaced. swallowed, DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING.
3/8" to 1 1/4" nap, depending on surface texture.
All unpainted substrates should be Get medical attention immediately.
Airless Spray: Use a minimum tip size of
properly prepared according to
Storage and Handling
0.013" for transparent stains and varnish and
respective manufacturer鈥檚 and/or supplier鈥檚
0.015" for solid stains. Tip size should reflect Keep from freezing or exposure to intense
recommendations. Thoroughly review and
equipment type and pressure, applicator heat. Do not transfer contents to unlabeled
follow Color Wheel 鈥淪urface Preparation
technique and surface conditions. Adjust container.
Guidelines鈥? and/or Color Wheel written
pressure for constant and proper atomization. Technical Services
specification before applying.
Curing Color Wheel Paints and Coatings offers
Drying time and curing will affect the and encourages the use of our free
performance of the product. Do not apply technical service. We also advise you to
when air, surface or product temperatures are contact us regularly for updates to this
below 50藲 F. or above 100藲 F. Surface and other technical data. For technical
temperature must be at least 5藲 F. above dew assistance, to arrange a consultation with
point. Plan ahead and avoid applying when a Sales Representative, or for current
damp or threatening weather is expected. technical data, consult your yellow pages
Product must cure at least 8 hours before being for the Color Wheel location nearest you,
subjected to moisture. During extremely warm or call toll free (800) 749-6810.
weather, maintaining a wet edge may become
difficult. Avoid application during the heat of
the day. During cool weather, be aware of
possible surfactant leaching. Do not apply late
in the day where dew or condensation may
form before product begins to cure. Allow this
product to cure a minimum of 30 days before
cleaning.
All technical advice, recommendations, and services are rendered by Color Wheel gratis. They are based on technical data which Color Wheel believes to be reliable, and are intended for use by persons having skill and knowhow at their own discretion and risk.
Color Wheel Paint Manufacturing Company, Inc. assumes no responsibility for results obtained or damages incurred from their use by purchaser/user in whole or in part. All information is subject to change without notice.
NOTE: Where applicable, and for consistency, technical data and test results contained in this document are based on the pure white base of the particular product line.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: COLOR WHEEL MAKES NO WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Liability, if any, is limited to replacement of the product or refund of the purchase price. LABOR OR COST OF LABOR AND OTHER CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED.
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