MATERIALS NEEDED
STAINING GUIDES
MATERIALS NEEDED
PAINTING GUIDES
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• Pre-Mixed Oil-Based Stain( 1 / 2 pint)
• Mineral Spirits( 4 fl. oz.)
• Topcoat / Sealer( 20 fl. oz.)
• Two Lint-free Clean Cloths
• One Pair Protective Glove
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• 3” China Bristle Brush
• Two Stir Sticks
• Two Skin Samples
• Finishing Instruction
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• Lint-free Cloth
• Mineral Spirits
• Rubber Gloves
• Masking Tape
• 4” Bristle Brush
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• For water-based application: acrylic-based primer * / acrylic latex-based exterior grade paint
For Smooth Doors ONLY
• Scotch Brite Pad( Fine) or 320-400 grit sandpaper
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STAINING INSTRUCTIONS
SURFACE PREPARATION
• Lay door horizontally on sawhorses or a table.
• Remove all the hardware and mask off anything you don’ t want stained, such as the glass insert. DO NOT SAND TEXTURED FIBERGLASS
• Wipe the Door with mineral spirits to clean any dust or residue from the surface. Allow door surface to dry completely before applying stain.
STAIN APPLICATION Wood Grain Doors:
• Starting at the center of the Door, stain one to two panels at a time. Apply stain with a 3” to 4” soft bristle brush, or rag. Apply enough stain to fill the Door grain.
• With a clean cloth softly wipe the surface until you reach your desired tone. TIP: When the rag becomes saturated with stain, refold to work with a less saturated section. Be sure to use the same rag for the whole Door.
• After all stain is brushed evenly, you may add finishing touches by using a small 1” to 2” brush or cotton swabs.
• If desired allow the Door to dry following the manufacturer’ s instructions for drying time between coats, then repeat the above process.
Brushed Finish Doors( Nova 90):
• Mix stain with stir stick. Apply stain with a 3” to 4” soft bristle brush
• Wait 5-10 minutes then wipe off excess stain using a clean cloth.
• To stain smooth stiles of the door brush the stain on and do not wipe it off.
• Allow the Door to dry following the manufacturer’ s instructions for drying time between coats, then repeat the above process.
PROTECTIVE TOPCOAT
Application of polyurethane topcoat with UV inhibitors like ZAR™ Exterior polyurethane, Wood Kote ® Flagship UV, or Minwax ® Fast Drying Polyurethane for exterior applications.
• After stain has completely dried( 48 hours) mix the topcoat well and apply evenly using a clean, dry 2” soft bristle brush or 3” foam brush. Be sure to stop when the grain changes direction.
• Apply two or three coats of finish, allowing at least 24 hours of drying time between each application.
We recommend using Sherwin-Williams PrepRite ® Bonding Primer with compatible acrylic-latex paint for optimal paint adhesion.
PAINTING INSTRUCTIONS
SURFACE PREPARATION
• Lay door horizontally on sawhorses or a table.
• Remove all the hardware and mask off anything you don’ t want painted, such as the glass insert.
• Smooth Doors ONLY: Lightly scuff / sand the surface with a Scotch Brite pad or fine sand paper. DO NOT SAND TEXTURED FIBERGLASS.
• Wipe the door with mineral spirits to clean any dust or residue from the surface. Allow acetone to dry from the surface before applying.
• Do not use hydro-carbon based solvents to clean the surface as such products may leave a residue.
PRIMING
• Apply primer with a 4” brush beginning with the panels. Follow the manufacturer’ s instructions for drying time before applying topcoat. Continue to apply the primer to ALL 6 sides. Doors which have been bored and mortised, or machined for hardware should be primed inside of the lock bore, or prepped area as well.
• The primer must be completely dry before applying the topcoat.
PAINTING
• Apply exterior grade paint with a 4” brush beginning with the panels.
• It is a common practice to paint both door stiles the same color as the exterior side of the door. If applying a second coat, follow the manufacturer’ s instructions for drying time between coats.
• Continue to apply the topcoat to ALL 6 sides of the door which have been bored and mortised for hardware- should be finished inside of the lock bore as well.
IMPORTANT TO NOTE: It is considered normal maintenance to re-apply the topcoat approximately every two years. Even a well-finished fiberglass door will be affected by exposure and weathering from sun, moisture, and air pollutants.
CAUTION: Read and follow all the manufacturer’ s safe use instructions before using any chemical product.
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