Easy How-To

Posted by Admin on Aug 25, 2011 in | 0 comments

Easy Application – No Sanding • No Stripping

1. Simply “mush” or stipple RECLAIM® into corners, crevices, and hard to reach areas.
2. Roll on flat surfaces (a 5/8″ roller is preferred)
3. Allow 3-5 days to dry to seal the finish.
   

*Note: Traditional brush stroke techniques are not preferred when using RECLAIM®

TIPS

• Your surface must be CLEAN, DRY, GREASE, OIL and WAX FREE.  Use “Simple Green” or a similar product to remove all dust and grease.
• RECLAIM® is thick on purpose! It’s texture eliminates the worry of brush marks, provides a finish that conceals imperfections and offers versatility in application.
• For a smoother finish, use less RECLAIM®; apply it thicker for a more textured effect.
• Make a sample! For example, do one drawer or door to completion before starting a large piece of furniture or a whole kitchen project.

HOW MUCH DO I NEED?

ONE GALLON WILL COVER (approximate coverage with 2 coats):

• 400 sq. feet for one coat, 200 sq. feet for 2 coats
• 40-48 kitchen cabinet doors or drawers and surrounding frames
• Entire queen bedroom set including queen headboards, 2 night stands, one double dresser, and a tall dresser
• Entire bathroom including one large vanity, one large mirror frame and an accent table
• Entire dining room including one table, 6 chairs, and a large hutch

ONE QUART WILL COVER (approximate coverage with 2 coats):

• 100 sq feet for one coat, 50 sq feet for 2 coats
• 10-12 kitchen cabinet doors or drawers, and surrounding frames
• Up to one queen size headboard and footboard
• One double bedroom dresser
• One single or double vanity and mirror frame
• One desk chair
• One book case
• One dining room table
• 3-4 dining chairs (including seats)

WANT A GLAZED, ANTIQUED, OR DISTRESSED LOOK? 

RECLAIM® ANTIQUING GLAZE gives the effect of character, depth or age to any piece of furniture, cabinetry, molding or accessory. Visit The Glaze page for more information.

 

 

CARE INSTRUCTIONS

• Avoid wetting your surface for 3-5 days after applying RECLAIM® and another 3-5 days after glazing.
• Allow to cure for 30 days. Then you may clean surface as needed with a soft cloth and mild soap and water. To make challenging surfaces scrubbable and more durable, coat with your favorite clear coat according to manufacturer’s directions. Always test a small area first.
• Coats: 1-2 as needed  (Bright White: 1-3 as needed)
• Drying time: 1-4 hours depending on thickness of application
• Clean up: Good old-fashioned soap and water