Monaco DIPLOMAT 2004, Owner'S Manual

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DIPLOMAT 2004
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EXTERIOR & INTERIOR CARE
Sanding and Sandpaper:
The following table is a general guide to the proper uses, although this
may vary from wood type to type.The key to sanding is using the right
sandpaper for the repair that is needed. Always sand with the grain.
Steel Wool:
Abrasive material composed of long steel fibers of varying degrees of
fineness that are matted together. The coarser grades are used to remove
paint and other finishes; the finer grades for polishing or smoothing a finished
surface.
Nail Holes and Small Cracks:
Fill nail holes and small cracks with wood putty or dough for unstained
woods prior to any sanding. Stained finishes require filling holes and cracks
after the stain has been applied. Putty should match the stain closely in color.
NOTE: A little sawdust and wood glue can be used to make putty
for end grains.
Fixing scratches in stained woodwork:
"Quick and simple" rarely describes repairs to stained wood finishes.
However, a few tricks can be tried. When scratches appear lighter than the
surrounding dark-stained woodwork, it usually means either that the scratch
goes through the stain into the wood or that the varnish is flaking off.
Dents:
Dents are the results of wood fibers being crushed and compressed. Dents
can be raised back to original level by steam. To raise a dent, place a damp
cloth over the dent and hold a medium-hot iron on it. The steam will cause
the wood fibers to swell back into place. It may be necessary to repeat this
process until the dented area is level with the surface. Allow the area to dry.
GRIT
80-120
150-180
220-240
280-320
360-600
Common
Medium
Fine
Very Fine
Extra Fine
Super Fine
Common
Smoothing the surface, removing small marks.
Final sanding prior to finishing.
Sanding between coats of sealing.
Removing dust spots or mark between finish coats.
Fine sand of the finish to remove luster or surface blemishes.