{"product_id":"arm-r-seal-semi-gloss-quart","title":"Arm-R-Seal Semi-Gloss - Quart","description":"\u003c!-- GF_DROPSHIP_CASE_RULE_START --\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #c7b79d;padding:14px 16px;margin:0 0 18px 0;background:#faf7f1;border-radius:6px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Finishes Drop-Ship Case Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orders containing quart products must total a full case of 8. \u003cstrong\u003eYou may mix and match eligible General Finishes products and colors in the same size\u003c\/strong\u003e to reach 8 units. Additional quantities should be ordered in full-case increments.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!-- GF_DROPSHIP_CASE_RULE_END --\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eArm-R-Seal Oil-Based Topcoats are made with the highest-quality urethane resin, making them extremely durable and long-lasting. Formulated to be wiped on with a cloth or applied with a foam brush, and they penetrate to provide deep-down protection for that \"natural\" look\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eAll wood projects require preparation sanding before clear coating with a topcoat. \u003cem\u003eIf you skip this critical step, your finish may be rough and uneven.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eRAW WOOD: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eSee our video: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/generalfinishes.com\/media\/52\/\"\u003eHow to Prep Sand Raw Wood\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003e1. Sand up to 150-grit sandpaper. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003e2. Remove dust with a vacuum, compressed air, a tack cloth or a water-dampened rag. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eSEALED SURFACE: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eSee our video: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/generalfinishes.com\/videos\/how-prep-clean-existing-finish-paint-or-stain\" data-entity-substitution=\"canonical\" data-entity-type=\"media\" data-entity-uuid=\"184f2046-ec65-4740-974c-782c372f3220\"\u003eHow To Prep an Existing Finish\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003e1. Scuff clean with a Scotch-Brite™ pad or maroon synthetic steel wool \u0026amp; 50:50 mix of denatured alcohol \u0026amp; water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003e2. Dry 1-2 hours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003e3. Sand lightly with 220-320-grit foam sanding sponge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003e4. Remove dust with a vacuum, compressed air, a tack cloth or a water-dampened rag. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Finishes Arm-R-Seal Semi-Gloss Oil Based Topcoat Application Steps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eWatch our video: \u003ca title=\"Three Ways To Apply arm-R-Seal Topcoat\" href=\"https:\/\/generalfinishes.com\/videos\/three-ways-to-apply-arm-r-seal-topcoat\" data-entity-substitution=\"canonical\" data-entity-type=\"media\" data-entity-uuid=\"4c00a2d4-fc71-4031-82a7-f60c4e68e5cb\"\u003eHow to Apply Arm-R-Seal\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eWork in a well-ventilated area. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eGeneral Finishes recommends continuously stirring the wood finish throughout use to reincorporate solids that have settled to the bottom of the can. Alternately, stir well and immediately decant what you'll be using. Arm-R-Seal is a thin urethane topcoat; the flatting agents used to create flatter sheens quickly settle to the bottom of the can and need to be redistributed often.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eTest for adhesion when applying over a sealed surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eArm-R-Seal rarely needs thinning due to its low viscosity. If desired, thin with up to 10% mineral spirits unless restricted by local or state regulations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eApply 3 coats. Additional coats will not improve durability. Finish sand between coats with a fine-grade (220-320) foam sanding pad or 400-grit sandpaper to improve smoothness and adhesion.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHand application:\u003c\/span\u003e Apply a liberal amount of product using a clean cloth, natural bristle brush, foam brush or pad applicator with smooth, even strokes \u0026amp; light lap lines. The larger the surface the large the applicator needed. Wipe off the excess evenly with the grain \u0026amp; with light pressure using a cloth or high-quality absorbent paper towel.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAvoid heavy pressure \u0026amp; back-brushing. It is more important to avoid over brushing when using Satin Arm-R-Seal, because of the increased flatting agents needed to create a SATIN sheen. Semi-gloss and Gloss sheens are easier to apply because there are little to no flatting agents.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSpray application:\u003c\/span\u003e Arm-R-Seal can be sprayed successfully, but we prefer hand-application methods because it is easy to spray too much in one area. Spray thin coats and immediately wipe or brush out runs if they occur. Spray wet films at 3-5-mil thickness. HVLP: 1.0mm-1.2mm spray tip, medium air cap. Verify tip sizes with your equipment supplier. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/generalfinishes.com\/media\/1098\" data-entity-substitution=\"media\" data-entity-type=\"media\" data-entity-uuid=\"54109d67-1336-4a9c-b1ed-f8762e5f0989\"\u003eClick here for a general guide to spray tip sizes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"HVLP Fluid Spray Tip Guide\" href=\"https:\/\/generalfinishes.com\/sites\/default\/files\/HVLP-Fluid-Spray-Tip-Sizes.pdf\"\u003e.\u003c\/a\u003e Keep your gun at a 90° angle, 6-8\" from the surface. On large, flat areas use wet, even patterns 6-8\" wide. For narrow surfaces, reduce the fan pattern to 2-3\" wide to reduce overspray. Overlap each pass 10% to conceal lines. Wear a full filter NIOSH\/MSHA-approved respiratory \u0026amp; eye protection and work in a well-ventilated space. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/generalfinishes.com\/node\/1967\/\"\u003eRead here for more information on spraying techniques\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eRemove dust with a vacuum, compressed air, a tack cloth or a water-dampened rag.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips to Prevent Streaking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eChoose a semi-gloss or gloss sheen with little to no flatting agents. The more flatting agents, the more likely a topcoat will streak when applied. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eOptionally, if you want a flatter sheen, put down 2 coats of semi-gloss, followed by satin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eEither stir and decant what you need to use immediately or stir frequently throughout the application process. Urethane topcoats are thin and the flatting agents used to create flatter sheens settle quickly to the bottom of the can. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eWhen working with a satin sheen, apply a liberal amount of product, and avoid pressure and back-brushing. Wipe along the wood grain using smooth, even strokes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eRemove streaks that occur by buffing with 0000 steel wool or a fine-grade (220-320) foam sanding pad. You can also sand well and re-coat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eCompatibility With Long Oils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eArm-R-Seal can be used over Danish Oil, Linseed Oil \u0026amp; Tung Oil after they are dry. Allow oil to dry overnight before applying GF product.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry Time Between Coats\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eDry 12-24+ hours between coats when applying over raw or stained raw wood, and dry 72+ hours between coats when working over an existing sealed finish in ideal conditions: 70°F\/20°C; 50-70% humidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eInadequate dry time is one of the top reasons for finish failure. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eYou can tell if an oil-based finish is dry if it is no longer tacky, cool to the touch, and if you can press a cotton ball over the surface and nothing sticks. If in doubt, wait longer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eIncrease dry time if:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eHumidity is over 80%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003e3+ coats are applied\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eThick coats are applied\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eApplying over an existing sealed finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eApplying over products from other brands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eLayering General Finishes water- and oil-based products:To accelerate dry time in humid conditions, work in a space with good ventilation and air movement. If you decide to re-coat before the recommended time, test dryness. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eWater over oil: Let oil-based products dry 72+hrs before applying water-based products\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOil over water: Let water-based products dry 24+hrs before applying oil-based products\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eCure Time Before Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: 'times new roman', times;\"\u003eOil-based finishes cure and harden completely after 30 days. Avoid placing heavy objects on surfaces that have not completely cured. Treat gently, and do not clean with commercial products during the cure period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"General Finishes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42633832857682,"sku":"B016-UL Quart","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0075\/5102\/5234\/products\/gf-product-OIL-BASED-TOPCOAT-ARM-R-SEAL-semi-gloss-PINT-CLOSED-1000PX-general-finishes-2019__97032.jpg?v=1658495254","url":"https:\/\/www.carolinapine.com\/products\/arm-r-seal-semi-gloss-quart","provider":"Carolina Pine LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}