JELD-WEN JCM004 Interior and Exterior Door Slabs and Systems - Manual (Page 3)

FINISHING AND REFINISHING INSTRUCTIONS
for Interior and Exterior Door Slabs and Systems (JCM004)
3
Doors to be Painted Doors to be Stained
Wood
(Authentic
Wood
Custom
Carved and
Molded) 1. Clean the door with a clean, lint-free cloth, removing all dust and
foreign debris. For light cleaning, a one part vinegar to ten parts
water mixture can be used. For tough dirt removal, use denatured
alcohol making sure all residue is removed by turning the cloth
often while cleaning. Allow the door to dry thoroughly.
2. Seal an un-primed door slab with a good quality water-based primer.
3. Paint all sides of the door, jamb and molding with a good-quality
exterior water-based 100% acrylic latex or solvent-based paint.
Interior door or trim paint may be used on interior doors and
interior surfaces of exterior doors. Spray applications work best.
To simulate a traditional stile and rail door look when using a
paintbrush, paint the panels first, then across all the rails from
one edge of the door to the other. Then paint the stiles from the
top of the door to the bottom. The door can also be rolled for a
stipple look. For best results, apply multiple light coats.
1. Clean the door with a clean, lint-free cloth, removing all dust and
foreign debris. For light cleaning, a one part vinegar to ten parts
water mixture can be used. For tough dirt removal, use denatured
alcohol making sure all residue is removed by turning the cloth
often while cleaning. Allow the door to dry thoroughly.
2. For un-primed units to be stained, we recommend applying
a pre-stain wood conditioner prior to staining to promote a
uniform appearance and avoid sharp color contrasts or a blotchy
appearance.
3. To add color after pre-stain conditioner, use an exterior oil-based
stain for the next coat.
4. Top coats may be an oil-based or water-based clear polyurethane
finish. A marine-grade varnish is recommended on all exterior
doors.
Steel 1. Clean the door with a clean, lint-free cloth, removing all dust and
foreign debris. For light cleaning, a one part vinegar to ten parts
water mixture can be used. For tough dirt removal, use denatured
alcohol making sure all residue is removed by turning the cloth
often while cleaning. Allow the door to dry thoroughly.
2. Lightly scuff and sand the door face and back (to improve paint
adhesion) and wipe the door clean with denatured alcohol. If
the door jamb and molding are primed, clean with a damp cloth
and allow to dry. Lightly sand any rough areas and re-clean.
3. Paint all sides of the door, jamb and molding with a good-quality
exterior water-based 100% acrylic latex or solvent-based paint.
Interior door or trim paint may be used on interior doors and
interior surfaces of exterior doors. Spray applications work best.
To simulate a traditional stile and rail door look when using a
paintbrush, paint the panels first, then across all the rails from
one edge of the door to the other. Then paint the stiles from the
top of the door to the bottom. The door can also be rolled for a
stipple look. For best results, apply multiple light coats.
N/A
Grained
Fiberglass
(Design Pro) 1. Clean the door with a clean, lint-free cloth, removing all dust
and foreign debris with isopropyl alcohol making sure all residue
is removed by turning the cloth often while cleaning. Allow the
door to dry thoroughly. DO NOT USE SANDPAPER OR LACQUER
THINNER ON DESIGN PRO FIBERGLASS DOORS.
2. Paint all sides of the door, jamb and molding with a good-quality
exterior water-based 100% acrylic latex or solvent-based paint.
Interior door or trim paint may be used on interior doors and
interior surfaces of exterior doors. Spray applications work best.
To simulate a traditional stile and rail door look when using a
paintbrush, paint the panels first, then across all the rails from
one edge of the door to the other. Then paint the stiles from the
top of the door to the bottom. The door can also be rolled for a
stipple look. For best results, apply multiple light coats.
1. Clean the door with a clean, lint-free cloth, removing all dust and
foreign debris. For light cleaning, a one part vinegar to ten parts
water mixture can be used. For tough dirt removal, use isopropyl
alcohol making sure all residue is removed by turning the cloth
often while cleaning. Allow the door to dry thoroughly.
2. For the best results, we recommend using our Stain Kit and included
instructions. If not possible, use only a professional quality, heavy body
or highly viscous exterior gel stain. Apply an even amount of stain with
a foam brush or lint free cloth in the direction of the wood grain.
3. Work the stain into the surface grain using a circular or cross grain
motion before finally wiping the stain in the direction of the grain.
For best results, apply stain to one section of the door at a time,
starting with the embossed panels first and proceeding with the
flat sections.
4. Before stain dries completely, wipe the surface in the direction of the
grain with a clean cheesecloth or rag to remove any excess stain. Tip:
Use a dry, soft natural bristle brush to feather out lap marks and
blend stain. Blot brush on a dry cloth and feather stain until desired
color is reached.
5. If a darker appearance is desired, apply a second coat after the
first coat dries. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to apply and
wipe the stain with a brush or rag. After one side is stained and
has completely dried, repeat staining process on the remaining
unstained sides of the door.
6. Allow stain to dry per manufacturer’s recommendations (may take
up to 48 hours). Spray on at least one coat of clear exterior grade
polyurethane. THE FIRST COAT MUST BE SPRAYED ON. Additional
coats may be sprayed or brushed on. Repeat process on the
remaining unfinished sides of the door.