Instructions / Assembly
INSTALLATION & FINISHING INSTRUCTIONS
for Interior & Exterior Wood Door Slabs
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6. Choose a top coat that is appropriate for the application (i.e.
exterior grade products for exterior applications).
Stain and Clear Finishing
1. To color and seal, make rst coat a stain-and-sealer with alkyd-
resin base. (Lacquer-based toner and lacquer-based nishes
are only allowed for interior applications, not for exterior
applications.)
2. Top coat may be an oil-base, alkyd resin-base, polyurethane
resin-base or latex resin-base clear nish. A marine-grade
varnish is recommended on all wood exterior doors. For best
results, apply at least two topcoats.
Paint Finish
If the door is not primed, use a good quality oil-based primer. Paint
with at least two topcoats of good quality oil-based or water-based
acrylic latex paint.
adjustment & maintenance
1. Ensure that all doors swing freely and do not bind in their
frame. Adjust the nish hardware for proper alignment, smooth
operation and proper latching without unnecessary force or
excessive clearance.
2. Periodically inspect all doors and hardware (at least once a year,
more often in harsh climates) for wear, damage and natural
deterioration. Repair, renish or replace product as necessary
and adjust all hardware to ensure that it continues to function
as it was originally intended.