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hobbies and interests paintingWhat happens if it rains after applying Thompson's Water Seal?
Rain will damage the finish of any wet sealer with linseed oil or mineral oil in it. Because it forms a coating, it takes several hours to "set up" (dry) and during that time the sealer is vulnerable. If the surface dried enough to touch and the rain was gentle, you may find no problem at all.
Keeping this in consideration, how long does Thompson Water Seal take to dry before rain?
When to Seal Your Deck The forecast should indicate no rain for at least 24 hours after application. The deck surface should be allowed to dry for at least 48 hours before application.
Similarly, it is asked, how long should deck paint dry before rain?
If you are using latex acrylic paint you need at least two hours of sun for exterior paint to dry before the rain comes. If heavy rain is forecast or several days of rain are coming in the next few days, you will need about six hours of good sun to dry the paint thoroughly enough to not be affected.
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