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07/2006
1115R and 1115WC Models
If staining the trim is desired, it must be done before the
application of any type of final finish. Review the
following staining/final finish and final finish-only
guidelines when staining and/or sealing the wood to
ensure proper adhesion and durability of the finish.
Note:
Glass in door is tinted. Stain may look darker
when door is closed.
Staining and final finish application:
1. Remove all screws, securing wood trim to interior
components, and remove the trim from the cabinet
interior.
IMPORTANT
DO NOT use oil-based stains on wood trim. Vapors from
oil-based stains will permanently penetrate the liner and
will not dissipate over time.
2. Apply Minwax
®
Water-Based Wood Stain to wood with
a synthetic bristle brush or a foam applicator. Allow
stain to penetrate approximately three minutes. Before
the stain is dry, take a stain-dampened rag and remove
any excess stain remaining. Wipe in the direction of the
grain with medium pressure to achieve the desired stain
color.
3. After two hours, repeat step 2. This will even out the
color of the wood.
4. Allow stain to dry for a minimum of three hours before
applying the final finish.
5. If desired, sand the wood with very fine sandpaper to
smooth the surface after the staining process.
6. Remove all dust from the wood, and apply one coat of
Minwax
®
Polycrylic
®
Protective Finish to the wood
using a synthetic bristle brush. This finish should be
applied in a thin coat following the direction of the
grain. Apply the finish to the back and sides of the
wood first, and allow it to dry for two hours. Apply the
finish to the front side of the wood next, and allow it to
dry for two hours. Sand with very fine 220 grit
sandpaper. Apply two additional coats of the finish in
the same manner, but do not sand the trim after the
final third coat is applied.
7. Allow the final coat to dry for 24 hours before
reinstalling the trim to the cabinet interior components.
Final finish-only application:
1. Remove all screws, securing wood trim to interior
components, and remove the trim.
2. Lightly scruff sand the wood trim with 280 or finer grit
sandpaper.
3. Remove sanding dust with a clean, dry cloth.
4. The factory-applied seal is compatible with virtually all
finishes. A low-odor, water clean-up, quick-drying finish
such as Minwax
®
Polycrylic
®
Protective Finish is
recommended (Minwax
®
Polycrylic
®
is an ultra fast-
drying, water-based finish). Apply a thin coat of a clear,
protective finish, following the container label
directions.
5. Lightly sand and reapply if desired.
6. Allow the final coat to dry for 24 hours
.
