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Exterior 450 Water-Based Wood Stain

GF's Exterior 450 Stains are low VOC premium quality, exterior pigmented water-based wood stains designed for outdoor projects with vertical surfaces such as garage doors, entrance doors and furniture. Can be applied to wood, MDF, and fiberglass.

Exterior 450 Water-Based Clear Outdoor Topcoat

General Finishes Satin Water Based Topcoat Exterior 450, Gallon

Exterior 450 Topcoat a clear-drying low VOC finish suitable for vertical exterior surfaces, such as fences, patio furniture, garage doors and entrance doors. It is not recommended as a deck finish.

Exterior 450 Water-Based White Topcoat

General Finishes NEW Exterior 450 White is a water-based exterior-rated pigmented coating for use on vertical surfaces such as outdoor kitchens, entry doors, garage doors, and windows.

*How Soon Can I Put My Project Outdoors After Finishing with General Finishes Exterior 450?

Exterior Stains & Topcoats

We recommend waiting 5-6 days to let the finish cure a bit before putting outdoors. The finish will continue to harden for approximately 20-21 days.

Watch Exterior 450 Topcoat Product Overview video here

Can GF's Gel Stain Be Used On Outdoor Furniture?

adirondac chairs sitting on a deck next to a pond

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Wed, 05/06/2015 - 12:00

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Restored Adirondack Chair Using General Finishes Exterior 450

before and after of adirondac chair using exterior 450

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Sat, 01/18/2014 - 12:00

Check out this before and after shot of an adirondack chair restoration by Furniture Medic using General Finishes Exterior

What is different about an exterior finish vs an interior finish?

Exterior Finishes

Find out what goes into a new exterior wood finishing product and how it differs from interior wood finishing products, along with some facts about finishing your outdoor wood projects.

What kind of finish can I apply over Outdoor Oil?

Exterior Finishes

Outdoor Oil works by saturation. Once the wood is thoroughly oiled then wait 24-48 hours before applying oil base. Use an exterior oil varnish. Do not use a water-based finish such as Exterior 450 Topcoat.

I Used Exterior 450 Over a Mix of Mineral Spirits & Trans Tint Dye Stain and the Finish is Peeling - How Do I Fix the Peeling?

Exterior Stains & Topcoats

Most dyes, such as Trans Tint, can only be mixed with alcohol or water, not mineral spirits. A water-based finish, such as Exterior 450, cannot be used in conjunction with mineral spirits, even with an extended dry time. Solvents do not play well with water-based finishes.

Unfortunately, there is no fix for the peeling finish. You will have to sand the project down, apply an exterior stain and recoat with Exterior 450. Also, advise your customer that no finish will withstand the sun indefinitely. All exterior finishes need recoating and maintenance over time.

Wood Oil for Maintenance of Exterior Projects

General Finishes Oil Based Wood Oil Finish Clear can

General Finishes Outdoor Oil is an exterior-rated penetrating oil that is a wood maintenance preservative. It contains UV prohibitors, heat stabilizers & mildew prohibitors. Use Outdoor Oil for all exterior outdoor wood projects, particularly wood furniture.