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DO-IT-YOURSELF OLYMPIC® RESCUE IT!™ Wood & Concrete Resurfacer Instructions: Application to Wood Olympic® RESCUE IT!™ Wood and Concrete Resurfacer is the ultimate remedy for severely weathered or damaged wood and concrete. This high performance, 100% acrylic coating provides outstanding elasticity to fill cracks up to ¼", lock down splinters and provides a barefoot friendly, extremely durable surface that resists fading and creates a mildew resistant coating while giving new life to your wood. OLYMPIC® RESCUE IT!™ Wood & Concrete Resurfacer can be tinted to over 110 colors in the Olympic Exterior Stain palette to create your perfect outdoor living space. Please refer to the in-store color display or the Olympic Exterior Stain Solid Color card. It can be applied to horizontal and vertical exterior surfaces and is ideal for: • Structurally sound old, gray weathered wood (decks, stairs, docks and more) • New wood when a non-slip, textured surface is desired; and • Rough, broom-swept concrete like patios and sidewalks For more details and application to concrete surfaces, refer to the OLYMPIC® RESCUE IT!™ Wood & Concrete Resurfacer application instruction sheet for concrete. • whole-house vertical surfaces such as stucco or wood siding • garage floors, driveways or any other areas with vehicular traffic • submerged surfaces such as ponds, fountains or swimming pools • interior concrete surfaces VERTICAL SURFACES • RESCUE IT!™ Resurfacer can also be applied to the vertical surfaces of your deck (posts and railings) or • Olympic® MAXIMUM® or Wood Protector Solid Color Stain can be applied to those vertical surfaces These How-To instructions are provided for informational purposes only. The information contained in Olympic How-To videos and instructions is intended to provide guidance to do-it-yourself projects. Olympic assumes no responsibility for the accuracy of the information herein and disclaims any liability for omissions, errors or the outcome of any project. The viewer/reader must always use proper safety precautions and exercise caution when taking on any project. If there is any question or doubt in regards to any element of a project, please consult with a licensed professional. Please read and observe all the warnings and precautionary information on the product labels. Material Safety Data Sheets are available through our retailer, web site, or by calling 1-800-426-6306. ©2013 PPG Architectural Finishes, Inc. MAXIMUM, OLYMPIC, and OLYMPIC design are registered trademarks and RESCUE IT! is a trademark of PPG Architectural Finishes, Inc.

DO-IT-YOURSELF ITEMS NEEDED TO COMPLETE THIS PROJECT Cleaning: • Olympic® Premium Deck Cleaner • Garden Style Pump Sprayer • Stiff bristle broom/brush PICTURE 1 Product Application: • 9" standard roller tray (a liner is recommended for easy clean up) THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU START • ½" nap roller (for latex coatings) and extension pole • Before applying the first coat, wood cracks and depressions deeper than ¼" should be filled with an exterior paintable sealant caulk. (Picture 1) • 3" and 4" premium quality nylon brushes SURFACE PREPARATION • Deck screws, raised nail heads or loose...

DO-IT-YOURSELF RAILINGS & TRIM After you have cleaned the wood, it is a good time to stain all vertical surfaces such as railings and under-the-deck lattice or trim. You can apply RESCUE IT!™ Resurfacer to vertical surfaces or you can use MAXIMUM® Solid Color Stain. (Picture 1) APPLYING FIRST COAT • Surface must be thoroughly dry before application. • Before application, cover and tape off surrounding areas. • Thoroughly stir, then pour a generous amount of product into the roller tray. • Before rolling on the first coat, use a brush to: – Apply RESCUE IT!™ Resurfacer between decking...

DO-IT-YOURSELF APPLYING SECOND COAT • Cut in with a light dabbing stroke around the edges of the entire deck surface. (Picture 1) • Dab the product into any cracks, nail or screw holes and knots that still need to be filled. (Picture 2) • Repeat the steps performed above. (Picture 3) • Allow the final coat to dry at least 12 hours before foot traffic and 48 hours before replacing furniture or heavy objects (such as potted plants). For more product details and to view the OLYMPIC®RESCUE IT!™ Wood & Concrete Resurfacer videos, visit: *WARNING! If you scrape, sand, or remove old paint, you may...