Old Masters Ascend Exterior is a water-based clear finish designed to protect and enhance exterior wood, fiberglass, coated metal, and painted surfaces. This durable coating delivers a glossy, transparent finish that showcases the natural beauty of your materials while providing robust protection against the elements. It is ideal for railings, outdoor furniture, doors, and above-waterline marine applications, and also serves as an excellent choice for interior windowsills and door frames where UV protection is desired.
This fast-drying formula cleans up easily with soap and water, making application and cleanup straightforward. The water-based design allows for quick project turnaround, whether you are refinishing exterior surfaces or protecting indoor woodwork.
Features and Benefits
- UV Absorbers: Advanced ultraviolet protection prevents color fading and maintains the clarity and gloss of your finish over time.
- Quick Drying: Dries in approximately 30 minutes, allowing fast project turnaround and recoating in just 1–2 hours.
- Easy Cleanup: Water-based formula cleans up easily with soap and water.
- Versatile Application: Suitable for exterior wood, fiberglass, coated metal, and painted surfaces, as well as interior windowsills and door frames.
- Efficient Coverage: Optimized coverage reduces the number of cans needed for larger projects, saving time and cost.
- Durable Protection: Provides lasting protection on properly prepared exterior surfaces such as railings, outdoor furniture, doors, and above-waterline marine applications.
Specifications
- Brand: Old Masters
- Model: 71304
- Size: 1 quart
- Type: Water-based finish
- Finish: Gloss clear
- Suitable for exterior applications on wood, fiberglass, coated metal, and painted surfaces
- Contains UV absorbers for sun protection
- Drying time: Approximately 30 minutes; recoatable in 1–2 hours
Important Usage Notes
- Not recommended for wooden decks, steps, wood siding, log homes, or wood boats below the waterline.
- Surfaces receiving direct sunlight may require annual recoating to maintain gloss and prevent cracking and peeling.
- Apply only to properly prepared exterior surfaces.