Instructions / Assembly

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EIGHT DOORS CORP

e-mail: doors@eightdoors.com

Website: EightDoors.com

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTION FOR PROTECT YOUR INTERNAL DOOR

 Introduction -Timber is a natural grown product and as such is subject to changes due to variations in humidity

and temperature resulting in minor swelling and shrinking. This is not a defect but a natural characteristic of

timber. Warp in the plane of the door will only be considered a defect if it exceeds 1/4 inch when measured as

deviation from a straight edge on the suspected concave surface of the door in its installed position.

 Storage -This door must be stored in a dry and flat location. Don't remove packaging (plastic bag) until the door

is to be fitted.

 Precautions -This door is not recommended for installation in any new build or freshly plastered location. All

plaster, texture or cement must be completely dry to avoid excessive moisture penetration otherwise swelling,

splitting, or warping may occur. It is essential that door should be sealed with a suitable base sealer on both

faces and four edges and any cutouts (locks etc) immediately. It is of utmost importance that both ends are

completely sealed, as this is where moisture can most easily penetrate causing swelling,

splitting or warping. Before hanging allow time for the door to adapt to the general humidity

of the area in which it is to be installed.

 Hanging - Prior to hanging this door inspects for damage and do not proceed to fit door if

any noticeable damage or defect is evident. If this door is to be reduced in size, an equal

amount of timber (maximum 1/8" each side) and /or 1" from bottom rail. Again all surfaces

must be properly sealed immediately following cutting/ planning. Locks should not be fitted

at the rail joint as this will result in a weakening of the joint. Therefore barn hardware and

lock cavity should be sited away from rail joint.

 Finishing - Remove door from frame and lay flat for best performance. Sand the entire door

lightly, using #180 grit sand paper (heavy sanding with a coarser grade paper could sand

through veneers). Always sand in the direction of the grain. Thoroughly remove all dust prior

to applying finish. A tack cloth is recommended, be sure to follow tack cloth manufacturer's instructions. DO

NOT USE compressed air to blow off dust off door as moisture in air will cause water spotting.

 Painting Doors - If you selected a white primed door, select a high quality oil based pigmented primer (water

based finishes may raise grain). If you selected a wood finishid door, select a wax or varnish suited for wood.

Cover all surfaces evenly! BE SURE TO SEAL TOP AND BOTTOM of doors, as well as all sides. Apply a minimum

of two top coats, sanding between coats.

 "Water based stain finishes are not suitable for these doors."

 Maintenance - Regular Maintenance of this door should be made to prevent breakdown of paint film and

protect the timber from deterioration.

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EIGHT DOORS CORP. e-mail: doors@eightdoors.com Website: EightDoors.com IMPORTANT INSTRUCTION FOR PROTECT YOUR INTERNAL DOOR         Introduction -Timber is a natural grown product and as such is subject to changes due to variations in humidity and temperature resulting in minor swelling and shrinking. This is not a defect but a natural characteristic of timber.
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EIGHT DOORS CORP. e-mail: doors@eightdoors.com Website: EightDoors.com FACTORY PRIMED & READY TO PAINT Conditions of Sale      The manufacturer / supplier will not be held responsible for any incidental work or expenses as a result of bad handling or incorrect fitting / finishing. The manufacturer is not responsible for any finishing, priming, painting etc. No claim will be entered into if the door has been worked upon in any manner whatsoever.