Use and Care Guide

CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Wood Windows and Patio Doors (JCM003)
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SELECT MATERIALS AND FINISHING PRODUCTS
PREPARE TO FINISH
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.
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.
Special Note on Veneered Parts
FINISHING AND REFINISHING
This is a guideline for painting and nishing wood surfaces on
windows and patio doors and primed cladding on some 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
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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.
FINISHING PRIMED CLADDING
Lightlyscuffandsandcladsurfaces(toimprovepaintadhesion)with
150gritsandpaperornerandwipethecladdingcleanwithdenatured
alcohol.Paintallcladsurfaceswithagood-qualityexteriorwater-based
100%acryliclatexorsolvent-basedpaint.Sprayapplicationswillyield
the best results.
REFINISHING AND FACTORY PAINTED WOOD
Werecommendrenishingwithineveryve(5)yearsorifthesurface
becomesdull,butbeforeitcracks,peels,orakes.Ifthesurfaceisnot
still intact, thoroughly scrape all loose material off. If the surface is still
intact, and after any needed scraping, scuff sand all surfaces dull with
220gritsandpaperor#1steelwoolandcleanwell.Primeonlybare
areas and renish as recommended below.
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 (good-qualityexteriorwater-based100%acryliclatex):
• 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(good-qualityexteriorwater-based100%acryliclatexor
solvent-basedpaint):
• 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 and 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.
1. Observe weather conditions.
• Donotattemptpainting/nishinginwetweatheroranyextreme
environmental conditions.
• Thenormaltemperaturerangerecommendedbypaint
manufacturersis50°-85°.Afternishapplication,thetemperature
should not drop below the minimum for at least four hours. Some
products have a wider temperature range.
• Therelativehumidityshouldbebelow85%.Relativehumiditycan
be measured with a hygrometer, found at a local hardware store or
home center.
• Paint/nishinalocationthatiswelllit,butnotindirectsunlight
and allows plenty of ventilation.
2. Check wood moisture content.
 Donotbeginprojectifwoodmoisturecontentexceeds16%.Check
usingahand-heldmoisturemeter(shouldbeavailableatlocal
hardware,homeimprovementorpaintstore)orgentlysandthe
surfacewithnegritsandpaper.Fine,uffyorpowder-likedust
means the wood is dry, but if the sandpaper lls with wood residue,
the wood is too wet.
3.Prepareenoughmaterialtocompletetheproject.
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