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Cetol 23 Plus Topcoat

5 Gallon $272.95

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Sikkens Cetol 23 Plus is a premium, translucent topcoat for Sikkens Cetol 1. The advanced alkyd resin with UV absorbers offers excellent durability and protection for siding and other vertical surfaces. Sikkens Cetol 23 Plus offers superior UV protection, and is highly transparent, water repellent, weather resistant, flexible, and breathable.

Sikkens Cetol 23 Plus Recommended Useage
• Sikkens Cetol 23 Plus may be used in conjunction with Sikkens Cetol 1 as a protective topcoat for exterior wood.
• Sikkens Cetol 23 Plus is normally used as the last one (1) or two (2) coats in the Cetol 1 and Cetol 23 Plus system.

Sikkens Cetol 23 Plus May Be Used On
• Log Walls
• Siding
• Fences
• Garage Doors
• Entrance Doors
• Window Frames
• Outdoor Furniture
• Trim

Sikkens Cetol 23 Plus Features and Benefits
Translucent Iron Oxide Pigments - Improved clarity and color retention; protection from graying.
UV Absorbers - Added UV protection leads to less frequent maintenance.
Microporous - Minimizes the occurrence of peeling and blistering.
Translucent Film Forming Finish - Durable, rich “look” with a satin sheen.

Sikkens Cetol 23 Plus Coverage Rate
• Sikkens Cetol 23 Plus covers approximately 400–500 sq. ft./gal. on smooth wood and 200 – 300 sq. ft./gal. on rough wood.


Sikkens Cetol 23 Color Visualization Tool
• You can model what your home would look like with Sikkens Cetol finishes using the Sikkens "Color Your Home" website.
• Please note that colors render differently on different computers and may not precisely match the color of your delivered stain.
• Sample color cans are also available for purchase if you would like to test how your home will look with any particular color.

Sikkens Cetol 23 Application Instructions
• Apply using a long-haired natural bristle brush or airless
sprayer using a .011 - .013 tip size @ 1200 - 1700 psi.
• Cleaning of Equipment- Paint thinner or mineral spirits.
• Sikkens Cetol 23 Finish is recoatable in 24 hours minimum at 68ºF (20ºC) and 65% relative humidity.
• Brush on a liberal coat and maintain a wet edge to prevent lap marks.
• During application, moisture content of wood substrate should not exceed 18%.
• Do not apply when rain, dew, or frost are forecast within five (5) hours of application.

Sikkens Cetol 23 Shipping
• Sikkens Cetol 23 may not be shipped via air transit due to D.O.T. restrictions.

Sikkens Cetol 23 Use Restrictions
Cetol 23 RE, the reduced-emission version of Cetol 23, will be sent when shipping to one of the following restricted areas.

  • Cetol 23 RE should be used in place of Cetol 23 for the following states: CT, DC, DE, IL, MA, MD, ME, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, and N.E. Corner of Virginia (Counties - Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William, Spotsylvania & Stafford; Cities - Alexandria, Fairfax, Falls Church, Fredericksburg, Manassas, & Manassas Park). Cetol 23 RE is only available in the above mentioned areas.
  • All sizes of standard formula Cetol 23 are available if you live in the following counties in California:
    • Alpine • Humboldt • Mendocino • Sierra
    • Amador • Inyo • Modoc • Siskiyou
    • Calaveras • Lake • Mono • Trinity
    • Del Norte • Lassen • Nevada • Tuolomne
    • Glen • Mariposa • Plumas

    Only quarts of standard formula Cetol 23 are allowed in all other counties of California.

Sikkens Cetol 23 Plus Resources
Sikkens Cetol 23 Plus MSDS Sheet
Sikkens Cetol 23 Plus RE MSDS Sheet

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