can I dilute a little more for lighter coat for two coats
1632914
The product is not a "coating", it reacts with free lime (left unreacted) in your concrete, during the curing process. S2000 is sprayed on until it stops absorbing (don't let it puddle for very long, wipe it off per the instructions). My experience in densifying concrete with this product yielded strong results when I applied it per the instructions. I accidentally diluted it too little and it was harder to work with. Diluting it less (per your question) may just make the process take longer). Nice product, depending on what you're trying to accomplish.
1632915
You can dilute it more, just may not get as good of results. If you us it as the direction instruct I didn't feel like I needed a second coat, but that probably depends on the projec.
491261
The salesman is correct. A 2:1 diluted solution (as recommended on the Hope label) will penetrate further into the wood, giving superior durability and a better looking result. On a dense wood like teak, you may even want to do the first coat at 4:1. Then continue with 2:1 coats until you are happy with the results, buffing with fine steel wool between each coat.More coats equals more work, but is worth doing for items like fine furniture. I put 5 diluted coats on an end table which looks great. But for the pepper mill in the kitchen I put on a single coat, undiluted. It looks good too, but I can easily see the difference if I set it down on the end table. The salesman is correct. A 2:1 diluted solution (as recommended on the Hope label) will penetrate further into the wood, giving superior durability and a better looking result. On a dense wood like teak, you may even want to do the first coat at 4:1. Then continue with 2:1 coats until you are happy with the results, buffing with fine steel wool between each coat.More coats equals more work, but is worth doing for items like fine furniture. I put 5 diluted coats on an end table which looks great. But for the pepper mill in the kitchen I put on a single coat, undiluted. It looks good... » Read More The salesman is correct. A 2:1 diluted solution (as recommended on the Hope label) will penetrate further into the wood, giving superior durability and a better looking result. On a dense wood like teak, you may even want to do the first coat at 4:1. Then continue with 2:1 coats until you are happy with the results, buffing with fine steel wool between each coat.More coats equals more work, but is worth doing for items like fine furniture. I put 5 diluted coats on an end table which looks great. But for the pepper mill in the kitchen I put on a single coat, undiluted. It looks good too, but I can easily see the difference if I set it down on the end table. « Show Less
2068902
You should be able to get it done with 2 gallons. Put on light coats and let it dry for 10 minutes before applying next coat. 4 to 5 coats
1163586
do you mean putting it on 2x? why would i bother doing something 2x when the other bona does a great job in one coat? i donated the rest of this to a thrift store. i use the other Bona and it is awesome.
1555413
I'm sorry, but we've only put on the first coat. We also had some "thin spots" but didn't have enough product left to try a second coat. I don't know why you couldn't cover with a second coat. That stuff is SO thick and sticky. Pretty sure it would stick to anything! :-)
1319368
A few drips here and therebwon't matter, but this stuff will clog your filter if too much goes in. I don't remember using two coats, I think the second coat would just bead up and not penetrate if laid in top of a fresh coat. I'll be reapplying next sting which will be two years. Ver impressed so far though.
1220543
I'm not sure if you can do that because the color is the adhesive element in the combination. You could just use the most sheer color in two thin coats. I tried to find a better answer for you, sorry!
962042
A little goes a long way. The amount also depends how dark you want to be I usually like to be a little darker. I fill my airbrush solution about 1/3 in my machine and still have a bit that I pour back into the bottle when I'm done.
1150544
Like the other 2 replies. A small bottle will be more then enough. You even may have over half of it left depending on the finish you are looking for. I put 4 to 5 coats on a stock and still have over half left. This was on stocks such as Rem 700 etc. Hope this was of help.
2276490
I may not be as much help as you would like because my project was much smaller. I bought two gallons to do a 17 foot speedboat, where I went up the sides of the floor a foot and back in the well. I did two coats and used less than one gallon. By the way, if you don't like the colors that are offered, I bought the light gray and took it to our local hardware store where they tinted it for me just like they would've done with a white base coat. It came out just a little darker than the sample in the store but not much. I was very happy and almost matched my boat color perfectly. Sorry I couldn't have been more help. I may not be as much help as you would like because my project was much smaller. I bought two gallons to do a 17 foot speedboat, where I went up the sides of the floor a foot and back in the well. I did two coats and used less than one gallon. By the way, if you don't like the colors that are offered, I bought the light gray and took it to our local hardware store where they tinted it for me just like they would've done with a white base coat. It came out just a little darker than the sample in the store but not much. I was very happy and almost matched my boat color perfectly. Sorry I... » Read More I may not be as much help as you would like because my project was much smaller. I bought two gallons to do a 17 foot speedboat, where I went up the sides of the floor a foot and back in the well. I did two coats and used less than one gallon. By the way, if you don't like the colors that are offered, I bought the light gray and took it to our local hardware store where they tinted it for me just like they would've done with a white base coat. It came out just a little darker than the sample in the store but not much. I was very happy and almost matched my boat color perfectly. Sorry I couldn't have been more help. « Show Less
602328
You might try using the largest comb first to kind of thin out the coat and then go back and use a smaller comb to finish with. Try brushing the dog first also.
1420367
You will get the best results by spraying thin coats. What ever you do don't use a brush as the solvent in this product dries very quickly and you will end up with brush marks or worse.
5463
Good idea, but May be a bit narrow for more than 2 coats depending on the size of the coats
547000
It shouldn't be. Are you using a base coat, if so you're not supposed to. I should go on beautifully with 1-2 coats and their top coat. Try that.
39518
HelloYes you can dilute by mixing in Manic Mixer/Pastel-izer.It is listed at:Manic Panic Mixer/Pastel-izer 4ozThank You
989173
Although the bottle is not big a little of it goes a long way. I don't think that I would dilute it. What would you dilute it with? I would just have someone help you put on a thin coat and see how it goes.
374634
You probably will only be able to get a single coat. If you have a rough surface like we did you will need more coats to get a consistent finish.