How to Open Thompson's Water Seal & Other Stains and Paint Thinner Cans

Editorial Summary

The creator demonstrates the process for opening a can of Thompson's WaterSeal waterproofing stain, which is being used for a pergola project. The video explains that while the cap can be unscrewed, an internal seal often makes it difficult to remove by hand. To overcome this, the creator suggests placing a screwdriver or a nail inside the cap and using a hammer to tap the tool until the seal is penetrated. Once the seal is broken, the cap can be pried off easily. The video also provides guidance on pouring the product correctly. Because the cap sits inside the spout, the user must ensure the spout remains in the top corner to prevent the thick liquid from pouring out of the bottom side. The creator notes that the solid color stain is quite thick and may require squeezing the can to facilitate pouring. The video concludes with a recommendation for the product based on the dark color and quality of the results achieved on the pergola.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.