6.1.15-Woodgrain_Finishing_Fitting_Storage_Maintenance

PREPARATION FOR FINISHING
EXTERIOR FINISHING
INTERIOR FINISHING

FINISHING

PREPARATION FOR FINISHING
�� When staining , a wood conditioner or sander / sealer should be used to help achieve a more uniform finish . ( Be sure to follow the wood conditioner manufacturer ’ s instructions closely .)
�� Before applying the first coat of finish , thoroughly sand the entire surface of the door with 180 grit sand paper . This crucial step helps remove handling marks , fingerprints , fiber pop , natural grain raise , possible water or liquid marks ( if exposed during shipping ping or while on the job-site during the construction phase ) and evenly prepares open wood pores to help produce a more uniform finish .
�� Panels and bars float and may become out of alignment during shipping and handling . Carefully take a block of wood and mallet and tap the components in alignment . Use caution not to damage the door or component during this process .
�� Clean door thoroughly with a cloth after sanding to remove all dust or foreign material . Avoid using com pressed se air to blow off door as moisture or oil in the air may cause spotting . Avoid using caustic or abrasive cleaners . �� Hang door before finishing it , then remove it to finish properly .
EXTERIOR FINISHING
STAIN-AND-CLEAR FINISH
When staining , a wood conditioner should be used to help achieve a more uniform finish . ( Be sure to follow wood conditioner manufacturer ’ s instructions closely .) The first coat of stain may be a stain-and-sealer , a combination of stain and sealer which colors the door and seals the surface . It is available in a wide range of colors . ( Dark color finishes should not be used on doors exposed to prolonged direct sunlight , as some expansion and contraction of door parts may occur .) The stain-and-sealer should have an alkyd-resin base . Under no circumstances should a lacquer-based toner or any other lacquer-based finish be used on exterior doors . The second and third coat ( two top coats minimum ) may be a solvent-borne ( oil-base , alkyd resin-base , polyurethane resin-base ) or a water-borne ( latex resin-base ) clear finish . On doors that are glazed , the finish used should be flowed from the wood slightly onto the glass . This will provide assurance against water leakage and protect the glazing compound from drying out .
All stain-and-clear finishes will perform better if protected from the direct effects of sunlight and weathering , and refinishing will not be required as frequently . In areas of high exposure of sunlight and weather a marine grade top coat is recommended m .
INTERIOR FINISHING
STAIN-AND-CLEAR FINISH
When staining , a wood conditioner should be used to help achieve a more uniform finish . ( Be sure to follow wood conditioner manufacturer ’ s instructions closely .) A solvent-borne finish system is recommended for interior doors and may be a lacquer-based as system . For best performance , a minimum of two clear top coats should be used over stains . All six sides of the door must be properly sealed for warranty to apply . Woodgrain Doors have plastic film protection ti on the glass , removal of plastic film protection immediately after applying the finish is required . Failure to remove the plastic film at this time may cause harm to the glass and will create difficulty in removing the film at a later time . Do not use razor blades or sharp objects to remove the film or clean the glass . These items will scratch the glass.
PAINTED FINISH
Apply 2-3 coats of either oil-base or latex resin-base paints over 1-2 coats of an oil-base primer . ( Latex or water base primer may contribute to raised grain and require extra sanding to achieve a smooth finish .) All finishes should be applied in accordance with the manufacturer ’ s instructions . All six sides of the door must be properly sealed for warranty to apply .
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