Sansin offers a complete range of environmentally-friendly products designed to enhance the natural beauty of your wood.
This product fact sheet is designed to help you choose the right finish.
Product
Product Description
Where to Use
Average Coverage
# Coats
Maintenance*
Sansin Foundation
A first coat penetrating clear UV protective treatment used for light wood tones. Available as SDF Foundation or Classic Foundation.
- Timbers
- Logs
- Dimensional
Lumber
200-300 sq.ft.
(18.58-27.87 m2)
per U.S. gallon (3.78L)
Available in Fir, Cedar and Light Wood Tones.
1 coat Foundation + 2 coats of appropriate system (Classic, SDF, ENS).
Refer to topcoat formula maintenance.
Sansin Classic 1•2•3
Penetrating 3 coat system designed to protect. Low VOC.
Natural, low lustre finish.
Vertical surfaces:
- Logs, Timber, Sidings
- Railings
- Wood with high moisture content*
Classic 1 – 150-250 sq.ft.
Classic 2 – 200-300 sq.ft.
Classic 3 – 250-350 sq.ft.
3 coat1 Classic System for naturals wood tones and translucent colors.
2 coats1 for saturated and ultra-saturated colors.
Coat every 3-6 yrs.
Apply maintenance coat of Classic Naturals Topcoat or properly toned Classic 3.
Sansin Dec
Rugged 2-coat formula designed for decks. Will not crack, peel or blister.
Low lustre, low VOC finish.
Horizontal surfaces:
- Decks
- Wood with high moisture content*
200-300 sq.ft.
(18.58-27.87 m2)
per U.S. gallon (3.78L)
2 coats4 Dec
in preferred color.
Consider DEC Topcoat for additional sheen and finish.
Coat every 1-4 yrs.
Apply maintenance coat of appropriate DEC color formula or tinted topcoat.
Sansin SDF
Complete wood protection in just 1 coat. Outstanding weather and UV protection.
Highly water repellent.
Low VOC.
- Siding
- Fences
- Log & Timber
- Decks
- Outdoor Furniture
- Hardwoods, modified woods
200-300 sq.ft.
(18.58-27.87 m2)
per U.S. gallon (3.78L)
1 coat SDF with appropriate mil thickness increased pigment load – apply 2nd coat1 for added protection
on vertical surfaces.
Consider SDF Topcoat for a fuller finish.
Horizontal surfaces: 1-4 yrs. Vertical surfaces: 3-6 yrs. Apply maintenance coat of appropriate SDF color formula or tinted topcoat.
Sansin ENS
Film-forming finish for long-lasting exterior protection. Low VOC. Optimum Clear, Low Lustre, Extra Low Lustre, Satin and Gloss.
- Furniture
- Windows
- Doors, Millwork
- Dry Wood & Siding
- Logs
300 sq.ft.
(27.87 m2)
per U.S. gallon (3.78L)
2 coats3. For bare
wood, always use an adequately pigmented, penetrating 1st coat. Such as Dec, Classic or SDF.
Consider ENS Optimum Clear as a final finish available in multiple sheen levels.
Coat every 4-5 yrs.
Sansin WoodForce
Protective wood treatment aggressively repels water. Provides weathered appearance while protecting against wood rot and discoloration. Easily mixed for custom barnboard colors and creative vintage effects.
- Wood Siding
- Logs
- Fences
- Wood Shingles
- Yard Furniture
100-200 sq.ft.
(9.29-18.58 m2)
per U.S. gallon (3.78L)
2-31 coat system.
Comes in clear, grays
and vintage colors.
Vertical: 3-6 years.
Sansin Resolution
A two-part, environmentally-friendly non-grain raising high performance wood finish system. Tougher, more beautiful and longer-lasting than varnish.
- Marine
- Furniture
- Doors
- Windows
- Millwork
Resolution I – 150-200 sq.ft.
Resolution II – 75-100 sq.ft.
per Litre
Gloss or Satin.
1 coats5 Resolution I
3-7 Coats3 Resolution II
Final Coat3 Resolution II
Marine:
12-24 months
Exterior millwork:
24-48 months
Purity Interior Stain
Penetrating spray or brush stain. Easy to apply – no streaking. Excellent clarity. 0-VOC. Topcoat in 15-30 minutes.
- Interior Walls
- Ceilings
- Cupboards
- Trim & Railings
300-500 sq.ft.
(27.87-46.45 m2)
per U.S. gallon (3.78L)
1 coat.
Select Purity Clear,
Glacier or Floor as a protective topcoat.
See Purity Clear,
Glacier or Floor.
Purity Interior Gel Stain
Penetrating – long open time.
Wiping stain. 0-VOC. Can be topcoated quickly.
- Doors
- Cabinets
- Furniture
300-500 sq.ft.
(27.87-46.45 m2)
per U.S. gallon (3.78L)
1 coat.
Select Purity Clear,
Glacier or Floor as a protective topcoat.
See Purity Clear,
Glacier or Floor.
Purity Interior Glacier
A crystal-clear, non-ambering, tough lacquer finish to enhance and protect interior wood.
Low VOC.
- Interior Walls
- Ceilings
- Cupboards
- Trim & Railings
- Floors, Furniture
400-500 sq.ft.
(37.16-46.45 m2)
per U.S. gallon (3.78L)
2 coats3.
Available in Low Lustre, Extra Low Lustre, Satin or Gloss.
Clear, Deep & White Bases.
Apply as needed.
Subject to traffic
and damage.
Purity Interior Clear
A clear finish to enhance the warm tones found in wood species like pine and cedar.
Low VOC.
- Interior Walls
- Ceilings
- Trim and Railings
300-500 sq.ft.
(27.87-46.45 m2)
per U.S. gallon (3.78L)
2 coats3.
Available in Low Lustre, Extra Low Lustre, Satin or Gloss – use Gloss as 1st coat.
Apply as needed.
Subject to traffic
and damage.
Purity Nature’s Oil
Penetrating, full-drying oil.
For interior wood surfaces.
Rich low lustre finish protects and defines wood character without raising grain.
- Floors
- Timber
- Ceilings
450-600 sq.ft.
(41.81-55.74 m2)
per U.S. gallon (3.78L)
1-2 coats .
Apply as needed.
Subject to traffic
and damage.
Purity Interior Floor
Gymnasium grade floor finish. Highly resistant to wear, scratches, stains and scuffs. Low VOC, good chemical resistance. Low Lustre, Extra Low Lustre, Gloss and Satin.
- Floors
- Cabinets
- Counters
- Interior working
wood surfaces
400-500 sq.ft.
(37.16-46.45 m2)
per U.S. gallon (3.78L)
2-3 Coats3.
Recommended for optimum floor protection.
Apply as needed.
Subject to traffic
and damage.