Removes weather stains and discolourations. Makes bare wood white or lighter in colour. Use to bleach natural timber to a lighter shade so it can then be stained to another wood shade, using Rustins Wood Dyes.

Type: Two pack bleaching kit for wood based on stabilised Hydrogen Peroxide.

Use: For use on bare wood to make it white or lighter in colour.

Preparation: Will only work on bare wood. All varnish, lacquer or polish must be removed before applying the solutions. Old finishes are best removed with Rustin’s Strypit Paint and Varnish Stripper. Remove as much of the old finish as possible with a scraper, then damp the surface again with Strypit and rub with the grain with NO 1 or 2 steel wool. Wipe surface with clean rag and allow to dry.

Application: Apply solution “A” to clean, dry wood with a brush and leave for 10-20 minutes before applying the “B” solution. Some woods will darken when “A” solution is applied. The actual bleaching takes place after application of “B” solution.

Coats: One coat of “A” solution followed by a coat of “B” solution.

Drying Time: After application of “B” solution leave for a minimum of 2 hours. If the product dries out it can form crystals which can be very difficult to remove so ensure sufficient solution is applied to prevent drying out.

Re-coating Time: If the wood is very dark or badly stained, repeat application of both solutions after 2 hours.

Application Temperature: Do not use in extreme temperatures.

Coverage: One Bleaching Kit (500 ml x 2) will bleach approx. 11 square metres depending on absorbency of wood.

Compatibility: After bleaching Rustin’s Wood Dye may be applied followed by any of the Rustins varnishes or oils to seal the wood. For oil based and polyurethane varnishes, French Polish or wax finishes after bleaching the surface must be washed with a solution of Acetic acid (white vinegar), 1 teaspoon in a cup of water. Apply liberally and allow to dry. If Rustin’s Plastic Coating is to be applied after bleaching, wash the surface with a solution of spirits and salts (hydrochloric acid), 1 part to 7 parts water. Apply liberally and allow to dry. If a white deposit is still evident repeat this process. If Rustins Quick Dry Varnish is used do not use white vinegar or spirits of salt but wash thoroughly with water and allow to dry before coating.

Shelf-life / Storage: Store in a cool dark place, away from sunlight.

Hazards: Solution “A”; Irritant. Solution “B”; Corrosive, Oxidising. Wear suitable eye/face protection.