STEP 5: APPLY STAIN
Apply stain to one section of the door at a time in the order
indicated. Use the techniques provided in Steps 5a and 5b
for best results.
1.
Door frame, wood door edges, brick mould, mullions
and astragals
(if applicable)
2.
Interior panels
3.
Interior flat sections
4.
Glass frame (if applicable)
5.
Exterior flat sections
STEP 5a: APPLY STAIN
A.
Using just the tip of the foam brush, apply stain to the
deep grooves in the door panels.
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5a
Tip:
Unprimed wood should be treated with a wood
conditioner or mineral spirits prior to applying stain.
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3
5
2
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STEP 5b: APPLY STAIN
B.
Using the staining rag, work the stain into the grain in a
circular or cross-grain motion.
STEP 6: EVEN OUT THE COLOR
A.
Use the staining rag to wipe stain in the direction of the
grain, removing any swirl marks.
B.
Allow stain to dry for 10–15 minutes.
C.
Using a clean rag and wiping in the direction of the grain,
wipe off excess stain to the shade you desire.
5b
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Tip:
For darker applications, first allow stain to dry 2–4 hours,
then apply an additional coat or coats.
STEP 7: BLEND
A.
Use the 3" natural brush to ensure an even application
by lightly brushing stained areas – especially in the deep
grooves and corners in the panels.
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Tip:
DO NOT use 3" natural brush to remove excess stain,
as the stain will dry too quickly and gum up the brush.
If you get excess stain on the brush while blending,
clean brush using a cleaning rag dampened with
mineral spirits.
