I called Customer Support for New Image Coatings and asked some questions, here's some info from the notes I took:
- No silicone
- No issues with paint adhesion
- Dries in about 12 hours
- It is in use by a commercial builder from who has reported good results (he didn't elaborate, I didn't press)
- End-grain is better sealed with a separate product they market containing a higher % of solids, or else ends may need several dips to fully seal.
- Not a "shell" type of sealer, but penetrating.
If anyone is seriously interested in trying the product, I suggest several of us go in on a gallon to test it out.
Ron: I'd split the cost even if it turns out to be just you & me.