Use and Care Guide

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PREPARE TO FINISH - CONTINUED
PREPARE WOOD SURFACE
PREPARE DOUBLE-HUNG SASH
On double-hung windows, the moving sash stile edges that come in
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should be a high-quality waterproong product applied to the sash edge
to adequately seal the wood while not causing operational problems.
Minimize the lm thickness on the sash edge. Sash stile edges that
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PREPARE PHANTOM SCREEN
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Non-Removable Screen Tracks: Casement and Awning Windows
1. Open window.
2. Remove the housing cover
by tilting the cover upward
to detach from the housing.
Once cover detaches,
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3. Reattach housing cover once
stain is thoroughly dried.
Removable Screen Tracks: Double-Hung and Horizontal Gliding
Windows
1. Grip lower end of the
screen track.
2. Applying even, steady
pressure, carefully pull the
track until it releases from
its holding clip.
3. Continue pulling bottom
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away from the stile.
4. Tilt track toward you and
pull down and away from
housing cover.
5. Repeat steps 1-4 to remove remaining track.
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Proper wood surface preparation is essential before nishing. Clear coat renishing may vary depending on the type of nish previously
used. Mildew stains must be removed before nishing or renishing. Seek professional help if unsure. This section covers wood preparation
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completely dry before reinstalling or closing.
2. Remove or protect hardware and other non-wood items such
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nishing and/or damage. Do not allow nishing products to
come into contact with these parts.
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gouging the wood surface.
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other imperfections with wood putty.
Note! Water-based putty can react with screws, nails and
staples and cause rust stains on the wood surface.
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a. Place a drop or two of water on the dent.
b. Let soak.
c. Cover with a wet cloth.
d. Heat with tip of a warm iron.
e. Let dry thoroughly.
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cork, felt, or rubber-backed sanding block to avoid uneven
depressions in the wood. Sand with the folded edge of the
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grease. Do not use compressed air because moisture in air could
cause water spotting.
Housing
cover
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track
Holding
clip
Screen
track
FINISH WINDOW OR PATIO DOOR
Note! Do not nish hardware or other non-wood parts such as
hinges, jamb liners or locks. If nishing products do come into
contact with these parts, immediately wipe with a clean rag.
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let dry thoroughly.
IF staining, apply stain as desired. More stain will result in a
darker nish, less stain in a lighter nish.
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surfaces.
3. After the last top coat is completely dry, reinstall hardware,
weatherstrip, etc. Operational problems may occur if the top
coat is not thoroughly dry.
4. Reinstall sash or panel.
Staining Phantom Screens
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interior of left and right
tracks.
2. Stain housing cover
located at the top of your
window.
3. Stain handle being
careful not to stain the
mesh screen material.
4. Reassemble components
in reverse order when
staining is complete and
thoroughly dried.
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Apply nish applications in multiple light coats. Apply at least two top coats of paint over primer or high grade clear coat over stain. Apply
material evenly, and follow label instructions for time between coats. Consult a local paint professional when staining pine and other soft
woods for methods to minimize uneven stain appearance, or for any other nishing problems.
Housing
cover
Handle
Screen
track
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Wood Windows and Patio Doors (JCM003)