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A high-build two-coat finish for wood including windows, doors, railings, siding and decks.
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A high-build two-coat finish for wood including windows, doors, railings, siding and decks.
Start with the surface, the existing finish and the way the space or equipment is used. Our team can help you work through product choices and the requirements for your project.
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The surface.
Identify the material, its condition and the work you’re planning.
The system.
Confirm product suitability, preparation and compatibility with our team.
The conditions.
Check the current manufacturer instructions for application, installation or maintenance requirements.
THE DETAILS.
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Use the current manufacturer documents when planning the work.
| Product codes / variants | 05500 · ENS; Natural and Translucent Satin; 0 Base 05700 · ENS; Saturated and Ultra-Saturated Satin; 2 Base |
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ENS Product Data Sheet
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Sansin ENS Safety Data Sheet
Product safety and handling information.
Check the product label and current manufacturer documents for the exact component, colour and region before use.
Full product details, applications & manufacturer specifications
A high-build two-coat finish for wood including windows, doors, railings, siding and decks.
It can be used over compatible Dec, Foundation, SDF or Classic base coats. Options include gloss, satin, low lustre and extra low lustre, with natural, semi-transparent and solid colour finishes. The flexible coating provides wear and UV protection. ENS Optimum Clear is available as a separate clear topcoat for an ENS-coated surface.
Exterior project planning
- Air temperature
- Check manufacturer instructions
- Surface temperature
- Check manufacturer instructions
Manufacturer sheet reviewed: do not apply in the heat of the day, in direct sunlight, on wood warm to the touch, or when rain or near-freezing temperatures are expected. No hard numeric air or surface minimum/maximum, ideal application temperature, measured wood-moisture limit or weather-free duration is specified. The 20°C drying reference and storage range are not application limits. Drying is slower in cold or humid conditions; follow the specified penetrating-undercoat system for bare wood.
Check the air, the actual surface, overnight conditions and the full drying or curing period. The current product label takes precedence.
Recommended uses
Exterior wood finishes- Finish
Satin
- Coverage
350-450 sq.ft./US gal
- Application method
• Brush using a good quality dual purpose brush.
- Drying time
Drying Time (To touch) @ 20ºC (68ºF): 40 Minutes
- Recoat time
Drying Time (Between applications) @20ºC (68ºF): 4 hours
Use the sheet for your exact product code and finish. Coverage and times depend on the stated temperature, humidity, substrate and coat thickness.
- Product codes / variants
- 05500 · ENS; Natural and Translucent Satin; 0 Base 05700 · ENS; Saturated and Ultra-Saturated Satin; 2 Base
Colours &
finish options.
Explore the published colour and finish information for this product.
ENS colour references
Choose the formula and coating schedule for the wood, exposure and opacity. A physical sample and the correct tint base are required. Topcoat colours must suit the underlying finish.
DRIFTWOOD 03Exterior Natural
AZTEC 1133Exterior Natural
SPINNAKER GRAY 102Exterior Translucent
PANSY 2056Exterior Translucent
SAGE GREEN 64Exterior Saturated
WISTERIA 2076Exterior Saturated
CELTIC BLUE 1128Exterior Solid Hide
MILK CHOCOLATE 1174Exterior Solid Hide
Screen colours are approximate. Confirm your choice with a physical sample. Wood species, fabric opacity, preparation and the coating system can affect the result.
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MULTI-WASH
Clean an existing finished wood surface before a maintenance coat.
For maintenance cleaning, use the label dilution, test first and rinse thoroughly. Let the surface dry before coating; cleaning does not replace stripping or sanding when needed.
ENS OPTIMUM CLEAR
Add an optional clear finishing or maintenance coat over ENS.
For surfaces already protected by ENS. Confirm base-coat colour concentration and the required coating schedule.
ENS NATURALS TOPCOAT
Maintain a natural-colour ENS finish with its matching topcoat.
For ENS natural-colour systems; confirm the existing colour and coating schedule before choosing a maintenance coat.
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