Impregnating finish AUTHENTIC

AUTHENTIC is an colourless, transparent product based on natural oils and resins, designed for wood protection and particularly suitable for wooden floors. Used with care products from the Oil Carver line, it gives surfaces great resistance to abrasion and excellent chemical resistance. Though no evident film is left on the surface, it enhances the natural beauty of the wood.

AUTHENTIC can be used along, but it is particularly recommended as an oil-based finish for wood treated with pale/pastel colours from the PRIM’AUTHENTIC line, since it will not change the colour and does not yellow over time.

AUTHENTIC is suitable for artisanal application on hardwood new-laid or new-sanded floors, factory-sanded and optionally brushed floors, as well as for industrial production of pre-finished wood floors.

• Specially designed to preserve the colors of PRIM'AUTHENTIC
• Enhances the warm look of the wood
• Can also be applied alone in 2 coats

ARTISAN APPLICATION ON LARGE OR SMALL SURFACES

PREPARING THE BASE

• Sand the surface, removing any traces of pre-existing oil, wax, or varnish, and use this to fill and level with one of our binders for filler. After completing the final sanding (a grain size of #100-120 is recommended), remove the dust produced using a vacuum cleaner and anti-static cloth.
• Shake the can of AUTHENTIC well before applying to allow the adequate dispersion of the flatting matter and any pigments.

LARGE SURFACES

APPLICATION CYCLE (colourless 1)

• Apply a fine coat of AUTHENTIC according to the recommended amounts, using a spatula (Carver AC7610 type), rag, brush or roller (AC7553 roller recommended). After 10 minutes, remove any excess product not absorbed by the wood using a rag or PU rubber spatula.
• After 20/30 minutes, pass a floor polisher (low speed) using a White/Green pad to even the applied coat.
• After about 4 hours, if necessary, use a floor polisher with a white pad on the floor to remove any traces of oil from the joints and wood knots. 
• After 24 hours, proceed to apply a second coat of AUTHENTIC following the same application method as the first.

APPLICATION CYCLE (colourless 2)

• Pour a small amount of product directly onto the surface and apply it evenly using a floor polisher with white/green pad (alternatively, it is possible to place the pad on the floor, remove the centre section and pour the product into the hole).
• After about 4 hours, if necessary, use a floor polisher with a white pad on the floor to remove any traces of oil from the joints and wood knots. 
• After 24 hours, proceed to apply a second coat of AUTHENTIC following the same application method as the first.

APPLICATION CYCLE with coloured PRIM’AUTHENTIC 

• Apply a thin coat of PRIM’AUTHENTIC according to the recommended amount (see the TECHNICAL DATA SHEET for application instructions).
• After 24 hours, proceed to apply a coat of AUTHENTIC, following the same application method as the first.  

SMALL SURFACES

APPLICATION CYCLE (colourless)

• Pour a very small amount of AUTHENTIC  straight onto the surface to be treated and apply it in a very thin coat, using a rag or spatula.
• After 20-30 minutes, wipe over the surface with a rag or a piece of Green/White pad to even out the application.
• After 24 hours, proceed to apply a second coat of the product, following the same method as before.
• After about 60 minutes, if necessary, pass an orbital floor polisher with a soft pad over the floor to remove any excess oil from the wood. 

APPLICATION CYCLE with coloured PRIM’AUTHENTIC 

• Apply a coat of PRIM’AUTHENTIC (for the application method, see the relevant TECHNICAL DATA SHEETS).
• After 24 hours, proceed to apply a coat of AUTHENTIC , following the same method as before.
• After about 60 minutes, if necessary, pass an orbital floor polisher with a soft pad over the floor to remove any excess oil from the wood. 

In coloured cycles, we recommend always adding 5% PRIM’AUTHENTIC  used with AUTHENTIC for a deeper, more even result.

INDUSTRIAL APPLICATION

For more information about the industrial application of AUTHENTIC , please contact our Technical Assistance service.

MAINTENANCE

Once the primer treatment has been completed, the floor can be cautiously walked on after 24 hours. For the first 7-10 days, it is better to avoid placing heavy pieces of furniture or large rugs on the surface, and all types of washing should be avoided for the first 10-15 days. After this period, the floor is ready for normal wear and maintenance.

For routine floor care, we recommend cleaning and maintaining the floor using only our products, DETEROL and DERGOS (see the relevant technical data sheets).

For extraordinary maintenance and to restore worn or damaged areas, after a deep-clean with DETEROL (to degrease and remove wax, it is possible to use our DETER PARQUET), apply a thin coat of AUTHENTIC.

WARNINGS

• Shake the can well before applying the product
• Before applying the product, wait for the surface being treated to reach a room temperature of at least +15°C.
• It is necessary to remember that the gram weight and drying times will depend on the type of wood being treated. Higher absorption capacities of wood mean greater weights of product and faster surface drying times.
• Whichever method is chosen for application, oils must be spread thinly, according to our recommended coverage. At the end of the treatment, the product must have been completely absorbed by the wood. 
• Applying overly thick coats can cause problems in the drying process, especially in joint and knot areas.
• Before disposal, rinse used rags and paper soaked in product in water to prevent spontaneous combustion.