Use and Care Manual

Finishing
All of our solid wood doors are available with a premium stain factory finish that emphasizes wood grain and the natural
beauty of our wood doors. This is an optional added benefit, and is not required.
If you are receiving your doors/unit unfinished the following should serve as a guide.
PREPARATION FOR FINISHING:
To achieve the quality desired appearance, preparation for finishing is very important.
1. Remove all handling marks and other undesirable blemishes if any.
2. Sand to eliminate surface imperfections by softening and smoothing the wood to develop a quality surface ready to
finish.
3. Sand with the natural wood grain to avoid cross-grain scratches.
EXTERIOR FINISHING:
One you have completed the preparation for finishing, you may begin the finishing process.
1. Apply stain hand-wiped, using a wipe rag ensures that stain is applied evenly throughout. Keep in mind each piece of
wood is unique, natural variations of grain exist.
2. Apply sealer coat, once the sealer has cured, the surface is fine-sanded between the application of coats to develop a
smooth surface for varnish application. Exclusive Wood Doors recommends the application of two coats.
3. You are now ready to apply a UV protected satin varnish. Once the UV protected stain varnish has cured, the surface is
fine-sanded for the application of another coat if desired. Exclusive Wood Doors recommends the application of two
coats.