We
use only high quality catalyzed varnishes and lacquers
on our cabinetry to give you a durable finish that will
last for years to come. Below is a brief explanation of
our finishing process.These are our general guidelines
for finishing. Certain finishes may require us to vary
the process slightly. For resistance tests on our finishes
click here.
Stained
Finishes
Woods
are progressively sanded smooth starting with a #150
grit (course) sandpaper and ending with a #220 grit
(fine) sandpaper. Grits may be varied slightly depending
on wood specie to achieve the proper smoothness.
Woods
are cleaned with compressed air to remove any sanding
dust or foreign materials.
A
pre-stain will be applied to certain woods such as
maple that tend to blotch when a darker stain is applied.
This assures a more consistent color uniformity.
Stains
are sprayed on and then hand wiped to remove excess
stain and reveal the true beauty of the woodgrains.
Stains
are allowed to slowly air-dry in a natural fashion.
One
coat of catalyzed vinyl sealer is applied to seal
the wood.
After
drying, the vinyl sealer is hand sanded with #220
or #320 grit sandpaper to achieve proper smoothness
for top coating.
Woods
are again cleaned with compressed air to remove sanding
dust.
First
top coat of catalyzed lacquer is applied and allowed
to dry naturally.
Woods
are lightly sanded to remove any dust particles or
imperfections.
Woods are again cleaned with compressed air to remove
sanding dust.
Second
top coat of catalyzed lacquer is applied and allowed
to dry naturally.
After
top coat has cured overnight, woods may be rubbed
or polished to achieve desired smoothness & sheen.
Painted
Finishes
Woods
are progressively sanded smooth starting with a #150
grit (course) sandpaper and ending with a #220 grit
(fine) sandpaper. Grits may be varied slightly depending
on wood specie to achieve the proper smoothness.
Woods
are cleaned with compressed air to remove any sanding
dust or foreign materials.
One
coat of catalyzed primer surfacer is applied to seal
the wood.
After drying, the primer surfacer is hand sanded with
#220 or #320 grit sandpaper and woods are checked
for imperfections that may show up only after priming.
Imperfections, if any, are repaired, sanded, cleaned,
& a second coat of primer surfacer will be applied
as needed.
Woods
are again sanded with #220 or #320 grit sandpaper
and cleaned with compressed air.
First
top coat of catalyzed pigmented conversion varnish
is applied and allowed to dry naturally.
Woods are lightly sanded to remove any dust particles
or imperfections.
Woods are again cleaned with compressed air to remove
sanding dust.
Second coat of catalyzed pigmented conversion varnish
is applied and allowed to dry naturally.
Woods
are final inspected for any imperfections and repaired
if needed.
Some
colors may require a third coat for proper coverage.
This coat will be applied as needed.
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