01 Stain & Seal
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Yes Wood Stain & Seal 01 is a water based, low sheen stainer and sealer that protects and enhances interior and exterior wood. Excellent adhesion and non-yellowing properties.
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UV resistant
2-in-1 stainer and sealer
Excellent adhesion
Non-hazardous
Low odour
Quick drying
UV resistant
Water based
Easy clean up
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This product will cover approximately 7-9 m² / litre per coat depending on the type of substrate and the surface porosity.
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Thoroughly clean and prepare all surfaces by removing all dust, dirt, oil, grease, grime and flaking paint. Previously stained, treated or weathered wood must be sanded down to raw wood. Using a quality brush, roller, sponge or spray gun, apply 1-3 even coats. A light sanding between coats is recommended. Allow 4 hours drying time between coats. Allow at least 12 hours to cure. Important: Shake well before use. Do not apply in direct sunlight. Not suitable for wooden floors and decks.
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Clean all brushes, rollers, sponges and spray equipment while still wet with water.
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1 L
Colours
Cardinal Woodpecker
This woodpecker takes its name from the red plumage at the rear of the male’s head, analogous to the scarlet headgear of Catholic cardinals. Most of the world’s many woodpecker species are characterised by red plumage on the crown, at least in the males. The plumage of the upperbody is barred and the underparts are streaked. It is the smallest of the South African woodpeckers, which allows it to forage on thin branches that would not support the body weight of larger members of its family. It is also South Africa’s, and indeed Africa’s, most common and widespread woodpecker, occurring in all woodland types except true forest.
The sharp bill is used to hammer at branches exposing the recesses within which insect larvae and pupae lurk. These are then extracted using the extremely long and barbed tongue possessed by all woodpecker species, and which are so lengthy that they are coiled up into the rear of the skull when retracted. Identical to other woodpeckers, it takes care to conceal itself from potential predators by hiding behind tree trunks.
The typical call is a simple chattering or chuckling. Like many other woodpeckers, it also advertises its presence by producing a distinctive ‘drumming’ sound by rapidly striking a particularly resonant patch of dead wood. It will often return repeatedly to the same suitable spot in this regard, and will also use dried baobab fruits and even metal poles for such acoustic performances.
Bird illustrations are from Sasol Birds of Southern Africa published by Struik Nature. Illustrations © by Norman Arlott are used with kind permission of the Arlott family.
www.struiknature.co.za
Status and biology
Common resident in most wooded habitats, from forest edge to dry thornveld.
