Extender is a wetting additive used to improve flow and leveling and slow the drying time of any water-based stain, topcoat or glaze, which is helpful in hot, dry conditions.
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Check out this mention of General Finishes's Enduro Extender in Family Handyman Magazine, July/August 2013. Thanks for the shout-out, familyhandyman.com.
Thin GF water based stains with distilled water if desired. Start with 5%, adding up to 10% by volume.
Increase open time, if needed with up to 5% General Finishes Extender if allowed by local regulations. GF Extender will improve flow and leveling and increase open time, which is helpful in dry climates.
A slip coat provides a very temporary barrier to apply stain over raw wood with less drag.
For example, we like to use a slip coat of mineral spirits when applying General Finishes oil-based Gel Stain to a raw wood surface to allow the stain to slice across the surface more easily. Or a slip coat of General Finishes Water-based Extender when applying our water-based wood stain.
Water-based products do not last forever, even when unopened. General Finishes products are best used within 1 year of the manufacture date listed on the bottom of the can. The life of the product may be extended to 2-3 years with proper care and storage.
Ideal Conditions are 70 degrees F and 50% humidity. Refinishing furniture in a space that is below or above the 65-75 degrees F range can lead to problems, and a space below 55 degrees F is definitely too cold.
One issue caused by cold temperatures with water-based topcoats is the development of dimples in the finish called Orange Peel.
No. General Finishes already adds excellent wetting and flow agents to our Milk Paint. Adding another wetting agent is superfluous, and it may even be harmful to your finish if the formulas don't coordinate.
Wood Turner's Finish is a water-oil urethane hybrid for use on wood turnings, bowls and other lathe-turned projects, now made with more than 50% RENEWABLE RESOURCES formulated from sustainable materials that decrease the carbon footprint.
General Finishes water-based Enduro Pre-Cat Lacquer clear-drying wood finish uses new technology in the polymer manufacturing process. This unique formula produces a smaller and smoother particle, translating into a big increase in film clarity.
Enduro Water-Based Tintable 2K White Poly
Enduro Water-Based Pro Series White Polyurethane
Enduro Water-Based Conversion Varnish
Enduro Water-Based Tintable 2K Clear Poly
Hard Wax Oil & Hardener
Gel Stains
Water-Based Wood Stain
Pro Image Flooring Topcoat
Jen Poly Brushes
Stir Stix
Ultraflex Softback Sanding Sponge
TDS: Enduro Extender - 2020-03
