Old Masters Gel Stain is a highly pigmented, oil-based stain designed to achieve intense colors on interior wood, fiberglass, primed metal, and composition surfaces. You can use Gel Stain on the exterior side of entry and garage doors with the use of a protective exterior clear finish. Its thick formula allows easy application and superior color control, necessary to achieve a rich and uniform color on most surfaces in a single application.
Gel Stain is especially recommended for woods such as pine, birch, maple, poplar, and cherry. Gel Stain is excellent for vertical surfaces.
Description
Old Masters Gel Stain is a highly pigmented, oil-based stain designed to achieve
intense colors on interior wood, fiberglass, primed metal and composition surfaces.
Its thick formula allows easy application and superior color control, necessary to
achieve a rich and uniform color on most surfaces in a single application. Ideal for
difficult to-stain woods such as pine, poplar, maple, plywood and veneers, as well as
nonporous surfaces including metal, composition (Masonite), interior and exterior
fiberglass doors and plastic moldings. Gel Stain comes in 24 factory-mixed colors
and can also be intermixed or tinted to achieve custom colors.
Surface Preparation
All surfaces must be clean, dry and free from dirt, wax, grease, glue, and other
contaminants or penetration and adhesion will be affected. Wood surfaces must
be sanded smooth. Remove dust with a tack rag or a lint-free cloth dampened with
mineral spirits. Surface defects should be repaired with an appropriate patching
material.
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 AS 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. Before you start, find out how to
protect yourself and your family by contacting the National Lead Information Hotline at 1-800-424-LEAD
or log on to www.epa.gov/lead.
Application
Stain application varies based on surface material. Please see application instructions
below.
Application on Bare Wood: Apply stain liberally with brush or soft rag and remove
excess, wiping in the direction of the grain. For a darker color, re-stain when first
coat is dry. For a lighter color, wipe with a rag dampened with paint thinner before
stain has dried.
Application on Fiberglass & Composition Surfaces: Stain one section or panel at a
time. Apply a liberal coat of Gel Stain with a firm synthetic brush or lint-free rag and
work the stain across and into the grain uniformly, feathering out streaks while the
stain is wet. Wipe brush often on a lint-free rag to remove excess stain.
Application over Painted Surfaces: To create a simulated wood look, apply stain to
painted surface with foam or bristle brush or cheesecloth using long, smooth strokes.
Realistic woodgrain patterns can be created by using the Old Masters Wood Graining
Tool, as illustrated in the Old Masters Wood Graining Booklet.
Application over Previously Finished Surfaces: Scuff sand surface before application.
Remove dust. Apply a liberal coat of Gel Stain with a firm synthetic brush or lint-free
rag and work the stain across and into the grain uniformly, feathering out streaks
while stain is wet. Wipe brush often on a lint-free rag to remove excess stain.
If applying stain exteriorly, top coating with an exterior clear finish is strongly
Mixing and Tinting
Custom colors can be achieved by intermixing colors or by adding up to 10 ounces of
universal or industrial colorant per gallon. The amount of colorant added may affect
its performance and extend dry time. To lighten Gel Stain, mix any proportion with
Natural Gel Stain. Stir for uniform consistency. DO NOT THIN.
Coverage
Approximately 1,000 to 1,200 square feet per gallon. If the wood is finely sanded or
nonporous, coverage is approximately 800 to 1,600 square feet per gallon. If the
surface is porous, coverage is approximately 300 to 500 square feet per gallon.
Coverage will vary significantly depending on application method and condition of
wood.
Dry Time
Approximately 6 to 8 hours depending upon temperature, humidity, air movement,
and the amount of stain on the surface. For additional color depth, a second coat of
stain can be applied after 8 hours. Ideal drying conditions recommended are 70° to
75°F and 35% to 50% humidity.
Clean Up
Using a cleaning solvent, such as paint thinner or mineral spirits, is recommended for
clean up. The use of paint thinners or mineral spirits may violate VOC compliance in
your area. Check with your local government agencies to ensure proper compliance.
DANGER: Rags, steel wool, sanding residue, and other wastes used or soaked with this
product may spontaneously catch fire if improperly discarded. No ignition source is
required for these wastes to start on fire by themselves. Immediately place rags, steel
wool, sanding residue, and other wastes used or soaked with this product in a sealed,
water-filled metal container. Dispose of in accordance with local fire regulations.
Finish Coat
We recommend Old Masters clear finishes. However, this stain can be top coated
with most clears. If a lacquer topcoat is desired, test for compatibility before using.
For exterior use, we suggest Old Masters Ascend Exterior Water-Based Clear Finish
or Old Masters Spar-Marine Varnish. When applying water-based finishes, allow the
stain to dry completely, then wait an additional 24 hours before topcoat.
Limited Warranty
Since Old Masters does not control the application of its products, nor is the
condition of the surface to which they are applied, a Limited Warranty is provided. If
the products do not perform as specified, for whatever reason, Old Masters liability
will under no circumstances exceed the replacement of the product.
Technical Data
Product Information
Solids by Volume 29.5% to 29.8%
Solids by Weight 36.3% to 48.8%
Weight per Gallon 7.22 to 8.97 lbs
Vehicle Alkyd
Flash Point 102°F Tag
Closed Cup
Recommended
Thinner
Do not thin.
Used as packaged.
VOCs 550 g/L
Coverage
Theoretical Coverage
@ Mil DFT 1200 sq ft/gal
Coverage @
Recommended DFT N/A
Recommended DFT
Per Coat N/A
Dry Time
At 70°F and 50%
Relative Humidity
Approximately
6 to 8 hours
Product Codes
Available Sizes: Half-pint (16), Pint (08),
Quart (04) and Gallon (01)
801 Natural
802 Golden Oak
803 Cherry
804 Red Mahogany
805 Provincial
806 Early American
807 Dark Walnut
808 Special Walnut
809 Fruitwood
810 Pickling White
811 Dark Mahogany
812 Maple
813 Cedar
814 Spanish Oak
816 Natural Walnut
817 Pecan
818 American Walnut
819 Aged Oak
820 Weathered Wood
841 Crimson Fire
842 Vintage Burgundy
843 Rich Mahogany
844 Espresso
845 Carbon Black
