Use and Care Manual

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FINISHING & REFINISHING
SELECT MATERIALS & FINISHING PRODUCTS
This is a guideline for painting and nishing wood surfaces
on windows and patio doors. Consult a paint professional for
specic “how-to” instructions and additional materials.
During manufacturing of primed wood products, a waterborne,
modied acrylic primer is applied for good paint lm adhesion
and some wood protection during shipping, handling and
installation.
If storing before installation, place in a dry, well-ventilated,
protectedarea.Donotexposetorain,extremehumidityand/
orheat.Ifnishingmorethan20daysafterdelivery(after
20 days, primers rapidly lose the ability of optimal adhesion
tothetopcoat),cleanwithmildsoapandwater,softbristle
brush, and rinse and dry thoroughly. Lightly sand the surface
and remove all dust with a vacuum or tack cloth. Apply an
additional coat of primer designed for use with the nal top
coat.
FINISHING AURALAST
®
WOOD
AuraLast wood is not nished any differently than any other
wood,withoneexception:JELD-WENdoesnotrecommend
the use of water-based dye stains. AuraLast wood is water
repellent, and as a result, the dye cannot penetrate the wood.
Water-based pigment stains, however, will produce acceptable
results. AuraLast accepts any high quality paint.
SpecialNoteonVeneeredParts
Many interior surfaces are not solid wood, but covered
withaveneer,orthinpieceofwood.Veneeredparts
are engineered for enhanced strength, warp-resistance
and surface consistency when accepting paint or stain.
Many times it will not be obvious if a part is veneered or
not. Because of the delicate nature of veneer, all parts
of the wood window should be treated as though they
are veneered. Finishing veneered products is the same as
nishingsolidwoodexceptitispossibletosandthrough
the veneer. Components receive a factory nish and
should not require further sanding. If light sanding is
necessary, use closed grit 240 or ner.
FINISHING PRODUCTS
Therearemanydifferentoptionsforpaintingorstaining.Visit
a local paint store for recommendations on types, colors, sheens
and application methods. Many paint stores offer color sample
cards you may take home.
Note! Clear nishes are not recommended for exterior surfaces
because of the need for extensive annual inspections and
maintenance to repair/renish. Clear nish application is at the
owner’s own risk and may result in denial of warranty claims.
Finishing Product Recommendations
Primers:
• Primerssealwoodsurfacesandwithoutthem,apainted
woodsurfacemaylookatinporousareas.
• Somepaintmanufacturersofferlowtemperatureprimers
that may still be applied below 50°.
• Selectprimerappropriateforthetopcoat.
Paints:
• Usepaintdesignedforexterior/interiorapplications.
• Avoiddark-coloredpaints.Theyabsorbheatfromthesun
and may crack more easily, increasing maintenance.
Stains & clear nishes:
• Stainsaddandenhancecolor.
• Useonlysolidcolorstainsonexteriorsurfacesbecause
their high concentration of pigments protects wood
against sun damage. The natural wood color and grain is
obstructed,butthewoodtextureisretained.
• Selectaclearnishwithresistancetowater,wear,heat,
solvents and chemicals. Without these characteristics,
the nished product may deteriorate, compromising its
integrity.
• UseacleartopcoatcontainingUVabsorbers.Exterior
nishingproductsprovideextraprotectionanddurability
forinteriorsurfacesstillexposedtosunlight.
Whenpreparingtonishorrenishwoodproducts,considerthetoolsandmaterialsyouwillneedfortheentireproject.Listedbelow
are some common painting/nishing product types to consider. Specic tools or materials may vary.
Note! Areas with extreme climates and corrosive environments (coastal and humid areas) require specially designed products that
offer extra protection. Avoid using shellac, lacquer or oil and wiping varnish nishes on exterior surfaces. They do not meet the
resistance characteristics needed for window and patio door products.
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