Use And Care Manual

WINDOWS AND DOOR
USE AND CARE GUIDE
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Reminder
The finish on fiberglass sits on top of the fiberglass. It does
not penetrate into the fiberglass. Therefore, the stain can be
removed at a future date to restain a different shade. Also,
avoid applications of tape or other adhesive materials on the
finish, as the finish could be lifted off the surface.
Fiberglass Painting Instructions
Follow the same preparation procedures and precautions
listed for staining fiberglass panels. Remove hardware, clean
with #000 or finer steel wool, clean with tack cloth, wash with
mild detergent, rinse with clear water, and let dry completely.
1. Place the door panel on a padded sawhorse or other
padded surface, being careful not to mar the back side.
2. Using a quality brush, apply a high-quality exterior (for
outside surfaces) interior (for inside surfaces) oil base
enamel (best) or acrylic latex semigloss enamel paint.
Apply paint with high-quality brush or roller, making sure
contours of panel receive paint.
NOTE: It is better to apply several lighter paint coats than trying
to avoid drips and runs caused by coats that are too
thick and heavy.
3. Make sure top and edges of door panel receive paint.
Do not get paint, varnish, or chemicals on
the weather strip. Do not use industrial type
fast dry solvent-based chemicals to clean
or as a paint thinner. Protect door from
contact with acidic brick cleaning solutions.
For The Door Frame
Follow the instructions in the “Painting, Staining, and Sealing
Bare Wood Surfaces” for painting or staining the wooden door
frame and trim.
Finishing Steel Panels and Sidelites
Steel doors must be painted within 30 days of installation.
Preparation
• Do not apply paint in direct sunlight and/or extreme
temperatures.
• Clean panel sidelite(s) by wiping with a mild detergent,
rinse thoroughly, and allow to dry before painting.
• Do not paint in direct sunlight or extremely hot
conditions. Paint will dry too fast and be difficult to
feather-out.
Painting Instructions
1. Remove door panel and place it on a padded sawhorse
or other padded surface exterior side up, being careful not
to mar the backside.
2. Using a quality brush, foam pad, or roller apply a high-
quality exterior (for outside surfaces) interior (for inside
surfaces) oil base enamel (best) or acrylic latex gloss or
semigloss enamel paint. Make sure contours of panel
receive paint. Apply light to medium coat to reduce
chances for drips and runs.
3. Make sure top and edges of door panel receive paint.
4. Allow first coat of paint to dry completely. Sand painted
steel panels lightly with 400 to 600 grit silicone carbide
sandpaper (usually found in automotive paint sections at
larger hardware and home centers) to smooth out any
brush marks, drips or runs. Use a padded sanding block
and rinse sandpaper and block in water as you work.
5. Rinse sanded surface with clear water and wipe dry with a
clean, soft cloth. Allow to dry completely.
6. Apply a second coat of finish paint. If you are not applying
a third coat of paint, STOP NOW.
7. For best protection apply a third coat of finish paint by
repeating steps 4, 5, and 6. Do not sand after the third coat
is applied. Allow door to dry completely before handling.
8. The interior can be finished the same as the exterior or
stained and varnished, following the instructions above for
fiberglass doors.
The recommendations provided in these paint, stain, and
finishing instructions are based on our experience with normal
applications and finishing techniques. Due to the many variables
in finishing materials and techniques, as well as application
conditions, Wether Shield Mfg., Inc. cannot be responsible for
the performance of field-applied finishes, individual application
techniques, or the performance of any finishes thus applied or
their resistance to exposure to the elements.
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USE AND CARE GUIDE – PAINTING, STAINING & SEALING