ZAR® Ultra Max Wood Stain
ZAR ULTRA MAX OIL MODIFIED WOOD STAIN interior formula applies easily and penetrates evenly for rich, uniform color. Ideal for furniture, hardwood floors, woodwork and wood, metal or fiberglass doors.

Core/Shell Technology provides the deep tones of an oil-based stain with the low odor, fast drying and easy clean-up of a water-based stain.

In addition, the Advanced Green Phase Resin Dispersion Technology utilizes environmentally friendly resins that result in a VOC compliant product.

ZAR Ultra Max Wood Stain can be top coated with any formula of Premium Quality ZAR Polyurethane for lasting beauty and protection.

DESCRIPTION
ZAR ULTRA MAX Oil Modified Wood Stain interior formula applies easily and penetrates evenly for rich, uniform color. Ideal for furniture, hardwood floors, woodwork and wood, metal or fiberglass doors. Core Shell Drying Technology provides the deep tones of an oil-based stain with the low odor, fast drying and easy clean-up of a water-based stain. In addition, the Advanced Green Phase Resin Dispersion Technology utilizes environmentally friendly resins that result in a VOC compliant product. NO wood conditioner needed. ZAR Wood Stain can be applied to all varieties of wood, both unfinished and previously finished, and can be used on surfaces that have been previously painted or varnished to achieve a wood grain effect. ZAR Wood Stain brings out the beauty of wood on interior surfaces such as cabinets, floors, paneling, antiques, doors, wood trim and unfinished furniture. ZAR Wood Stain is available in 6 wood tones and a tint base in quarts and gallons.

SURFACE PREP WOOD
Strip previously finished surfaces to bare wood. Fill holes and cracks with ZAR Wood Patch or a suitable wood filler that does not contain wax or stearates. Sand well using #120 - #150 grit sandpaper and wipe clean with a tack rag or microfiber cloth. Surface must be free of dirt, grease and wax. Optional: Seal soft open-grained woods or end grain with ZAR ULTRA MAX WOOD Stain Tint Base. WARNING! If you scrape, sand or remove old paint, you may release lead dust. LEAD IS TOXIC. EXPOSURE TO LEAD DUST CAN CAUSE SERIOUS ILLNESS, SUCH BRAIN DAMAGE, ESPECIALLY IN CHILDREN. PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD ALSO AVOID EXPOSURE. Wear a NIOSH-approved respirator to control lead exposure. Clean up carefully with a HEPA vacuum and a wet mop.

APPLICATION
Stir thoroughly before and during application. Apply liberally using a synthetic bristle brush. Apply ZAR ULTRA MAX Wood Stain in the direction of the grain of the wood. The brush should be saturated with the wood stain to help ensure controlled penetration of the stain and prevent lap marks. Wipe off excess wood stain using a clean lint-free cloth. If greater depth of color is desired, apply a second coat of ULTRA MAX Wood Stain and repeat the application, buffing and drying steps.
NOTE: Differences in resin technology may affect application and absorption. Do not intermix ZAR ULTRA MAX Oil Modified Wood Stain with ZAR “Original Formula” Oil-Based Wood Stain.

SURFACE PREP DOORS
Clean all dirt, grease and wax using paint thinner or mineral spirits. Allow to dry thoroughly.

APPLICATION
Stir thoroughly before and during application. Work on one section at a time.
Grained Embossed Surfaces (Fiberglass, Steel and Masonite®: DO NOT SAND bare surface. Sanding may damage the door surface. On fiberglass doors, apply using a lint-free cloth in a circular motion (like you apply shoe polish), working the stain into the embossed grain pattern. Next, use your stain cloth to smooth the stain in the direction of the simulated grain. On Masonite and steel doors, apply using a synthetic bristle brush. Use a dry soft-bristle brush to feather out lap marks. Allow to dry 24 hours before top coating.
Steel Doors or Painted Surfaces: Use the ZAR Graining Tool. Follow manufacturer’s directions.

COVERAGE
Approximately 1600 square feet per gallon.

THINNING
DO NOT THIN.

CLEAN UP
Clean up with warm soapy water.

DRYING
Allow to dry 3 hours on wood surfaces. Drying conditions may vary due to temperature and humidity.