Penetrating oil-based finish
Natural look for hardwoods

Messmer's UV Plus for Hardwood Decks is a premium natural wood finish which protects and beautifies exterior wood decks and other wood projects. For dense exotic hardwoods like Ipe, Mahogany, Brazilian Redwood, Massaranduba, Meranti, Pau Lupe, and Teak.

• Excellent resistance to UV degradation
• Available in 2 colors
• Mildew resistant coating
• Specially formulated for Ipe and other hardwoods

  Messmer's UV Plus for Hardwood Decks allows you to protect and beautify your exotic wood while maintaining a natural appearance. It will change the color of the wood but not the texture, and will not obscure the natural wood grain. UV Plus for Hardwood Decks is available in two attractive colors, Natural and Red Mahogany.

  UV Plus for Hardwood Decks is a one coat product and does not require any top coats or pretreatments before application. You can use it on decks and other exterior wood projects made from Ipe, Mahogany, Massaranduba, Pau Lupe, Teak and Brazilian Redwood.

Materials List

• UV Plus for Hardwood Decks, one gallon for every 200-250 square feet of wood
• Bristle brush or roller and roller pans, 3/8" nap roller cover

  
  Clean the Deck
  
  Sweep excess debris (dirt and leaves) off the deck. Clean the deck with Messmer's Wood & Deck Cleaner (Part A), or another high quality wood cleaner of your choice, then rinse thoroughly with clean water.

Make sure the deck surface is clean, dry and in good condition. You may need to wait a few days for the wood to completely dry depending on weather conditions. Cover plants, grass, concrete, trim, and any other areas you don't want stained.

Apply the deck stain:
Stir product thoroughly. Make sure that all pigment is mixed evenly into the stain. Apply one coat of UV Plus for Hardwood Decks following label directions. Work with the grain. After 30 minutes, brush or roll out any excess product puddled or pooled on the surface of the deck. If excess product is not removed, sticky, shiny spots may remain on the surface.

Clean-up:
Following label directions, dispose of waste including roller covers and brushes in a water filled container. Seal the container and dispose of it properly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How long will the product last?
A: Typically UV Plus for Hardwood Decks needs to be reapplied every one to two years. The length of time will vary depending on the wood used, the way the deck is constructed, which direction it faces, and your local climate and sun intensity.

Q: How can I avoid shiny, sticky areas after application?
A: Be sure to wipe up any excess product about 30 minutes after application. UV Plus for Hardwood Decks is a high solids product, and if overapplied it will not just evaporate away. It is designed to be a penetrating finish and does not dry properly if overapplied to the surface.

Q: Why is it important to clean before applying UV Plus for Hardwood Decks to a wood deck?
A: If you apply UV Plus for Hardwood Decks to a dirty surface, the wood will turn dark and dingy. The oils and resins in the UV Plus for Hardwood Decks will entrap the dirt and make it impossible to clean. By cleaning the wood with a good quality wood cleaner like Messmer's Wood and Deck Part A you are properly preparing the deck for staining.

Maintenance

All exterior surfaces collect dirt, dust and contaminants. It is necessary to clean them periodically to keep them looking good. We suggest using Messmer's Wood and Deck Part A Wood Cleaner at least twice a year for periodic maintenance cleaning.