Timber Frame Primer and Sealant
The timber frame beams needed to be sealed and protected but we needed to find products that accomplished this task in an environmentally safe and healthy manner.
We used a primer and sealer from BioShield Paint Company. We applied one coat of primer and one of sealant to each post and beam before the structure was erected. During the finishing process of the building we will apply two additional coats of sealant to the posts and beams.
The following are from the Bioshieldpaint.com web site. Even the President of Bioshield, Rudolf Reitz assisted us in chosing the "correct" stains to use.
BioShield Primer Oil #1
Usage: BioShiled recommends this light-bodied and economical penetrating oil as a prime coat to lay the foundation for BioShield products.
Specifications: Primer Oil #1 is a sealer that creates an elastic and breathable grain-enhancing prime coat. It is equally functional in sealing and priming hardwoods and more absorbent softwoods.
Application: Penetrating oils are best applied by pad applicators or brush, but the materials being finished can also be sprayed or dipped. Surfaces should be sound, dust free, and free of contaminants such as mildew, oil, and grease. The maximum moisture content for softwoods should not exceed 18 percent and hardwoods should not exceed 12 percent moisture.Very resinous woods such as teak must be cleaned with BioShield Citrus Thinner, and other exotic woods should be wiped with an alcohol thinner (ethanol). Generally speaking, the best results are obtained by applying oils with a professional quality natural bristle brush. After allowing the oil to penetrate for approximately 25 minutes, the surface is buffed with a soft, absorbent, lint-free cotton cloth, and the process is repeated 24 hours later.
Coverage: Approximately 100 to 150 square feet per liter depending the rate of absorbency and the surface texture.
Ingredients: Linseed Oil, Isopar, Orange Peel Oil, Lead-free Dryers (Zircon, Cobalt Octoat), and essential oils.
BioShield Penetrating Oil # 5
The first thing you’ll notice about our penetrating oils is that the characteristic smell associated with petroleum-based products is missing. That’s because our penetrating oils are crafted from Linseed Oil, plants, and other less hazardous materials. Oil finishes are the easiest finishes to apply — anyone can achieve great results. Our oils come in an assortment of sizes to suit every need, and are an outstanding buy.
Usage: Our #5 oil is a high-solids primer that excels at sealing cork, dry and absorbent woods, and large surfaces such as floors and architectural woodwork. It’s also our recommendation for sealing beams, wooden boats, and masonry such as stone, slate, and brick. Use it as a primer for BioShield products #3, #4, #30, #32, #44, and #99.
Application: Penetrating oils are best applied by pad applicators or brush, but the materials being finished can also be sprayed or dipped. Surfaces should be sound, dust free, and free of contaminants such as mildew, oil, and grease. The maximum moisture content for softwoods should not exceed 18 percent and hardwoods should not exceed 12 percent moisture.Very resinous woods such as teak must be cleaned with BioShield Citrus Thinner, and other exotic woods should be wiped with an alcohol thinner (ethanol). Generally speaking, the best results are obtained by applying oils with a professional quality natural bristle brush. After allowing the oil to penetrate for approximately 25 minutes, the surface is buffed with a soft, absorbent, lint-free cotton cloth, and the process is repeated 24 hours later.
Coverage: Approximately 100 to 150 square feet per liter depending the rate of absorbency and the surface texture.
Ingredients: Clarified Linseed Oil, Lead-free Dryers (Zircon, Cobalt Octoat), and essential oils.
Outside Siding Stain Protection
The outside of the building is covered with 1" by 8" slip-lap pine. We wanted to showcase the natural color of pine and just use a clear sealant but this would not give us protection against UV rays. We needed to use a stain that had a pigment to help protect the wood. With the advice of BioShield we chose the following product. All of the outside shiplap boards will get two complete coats covering front, back and sides of the boards before the boards are applied.
BioShield Aqua Resin Wood Stain
BioShield Aqua Resin Stain Finish is a solvent-free water-based, Zero VOC, low-drip, resilient wood stain finish for interior and exterior applications.
Specifications: Easy to apply, low drip, low splash. Excellent weathering, high bondability, fast drying. Colors are light-stable and UV resistant. Aqua Resin Stain Finish is based on non-toxic and natural raw materials presenting no harm to the environment or water ways. The finish is Zero VOC and completely solvent free.
Application Areas: Aqua Resin Stain Finish is a weather resistant finish for exterior and interior wood surfaces such as windows, doors, wood paneling and other architectural woodwork.
Surface Preparation: Surfaces have to be dry, absorbent and free from flaking and cracking. Loose coats of paint and old finish have to be removed entirely. Sound previously applied finish coats need to be sanded. Resinous and oily woods need to be thoroughly cleaned with a solvent before applying Aqua Resin Stain Finish. Aqua Resin Satin Finish does not contain biocides and will not prevent discoloration of the wood due to fungus.
Application: Aqua Resin Stain Finish has a gel-like consistency and needs to be stirred before use. Apply by brush, fine roller or sprayer (Airless or Aircoat) at temperatures above 8o C (46o Fahrenheit). Our suggested drying time may vary strongly due to temperature and moisture contents of air. Apply one thinned-down coat (5-10% of water) for priming, then two coats full strength. For doors and windows apply three coats full strength. Light sanding between coats (180-240 Grit) is recommended.
Tools: Brush, fine roller or sprayer (Airless or Aircoat). Wash tools with water and soap immediately after use.
Coverage: 120-150 square feet per liter depending on surface characteristics and wood type.
Drying Time: Depending on temperature and moisture the finished surface should be dry-to-touch after 15-30 minutes, and may be sanded after one to two hours. Refinish after a minimum of one to two hours drying time.
Thinning and Cleanup: A maximum of 5-10% of water may be added for thinning, clean tools with warm water and soap.
Ingredients: Water, Earth Pigments, Silica, Alcohol Ester, Surfactant, Preservative.
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