Lavrama

How to Install & Warranty

IMPORTANT: Sanding of unfinished and primemouldings is mandatory for all mouldings.

Sanding of unfinished and primed moulding is mandatory for all surfaces before you begin painting or staining your new moulding.

Using the incorrect topcoat product (paint, stain, clear coat or primer) and/or improper topcoat application techniques can result in issues not covered by the Lavrama warranty.

POOR PAINT ADHESION:

A poor bonding of paint to the moulding can be caused by using incorrect topcoat, watered down paints, finishing in high humidity environments, painting an improperly prepared moulding; and not sanding the moulding prior to applying the finish coat.

TELEGRAPHING:

A rise in fiber that looks like raised "straw-like” protrusions can be caused by using incorrect topcoat, watered down paints, finishing in high humidity environments and painting an improperly prepared door.

ORANGE PEEL EFFECT:

An "orange-skin” look to the finish can be caused by one or more of the following: incorrect topcoat, not allowing paint to fully dry between coats; and excessive topcoat application.

Note: Multiple thin paint coats provide best finish results.

START HERE BEFORE YOU BEGIN PAINTING OR STAINING

Note: Failure to comply with these guidelines will affect your warranty.

1) Before applying first finishing coat, inspect the mouldings and remove all handling marks, scuffs, and other undesirable blemishes by sanding all surfaces. Use #320 grit sandpaper for unfinished mouldings. Use #400 grit sandpaper for primed mouldings. Avoid cross-grain scratches by sanding in the direction of the grain.

2) After sanding is complete, clean the mouldings with a clean wiping "tack" cloth to remove all dust and foreign debris. Avoid use of caustic or abrasive materials. Do not use steel wool on bare wood. Do not finish during or after high-moisture periods

STAINING OR CLEAR FINISHING - UNFINISHED MOULDINGS:

After sand and fill for smooth surfaces is finished, your moulding is ready for a protective sealer application (if staining or clear-coating); or primer application (if painting). To ensure uniform moisture exposure and dimensional control, all surfaces must be sanded, treated and finished equally.

Note: Before you begin staining your mouldings, consider that wood contains natural chemicals that react unfavorably to some finishes. Softwoods like Pine take stains differently and may appear uneven or blotchy after staining. It is recommended to test the stain to ensure a satisfactory finish result. Follow stain manufacturer's recommendations.

A wood conditioner / sanding sealer should be applied prior to staining to promote a uniform appearance and avoid sharp color contrasts or a blotchy appearance. A sealer allows for even stain application, it also reduces grain contrast and the depth of stain penetration. As with all finishes, test prior to full application. Talk with a paint professional regarding your specific application needs. Follow wood conditioner/sanding sealer manufacturer's recommendations.

SMATERIALS NEEDS

Protective gloves (rubber/latex)
Personal protection for eyes and breathing (ventilator)
Drop cloth
Paper towels
Clean wiping 'tack' cloth
#320 grit sandpaper and/or #400 grit when sanding primed doors
Sandpaper
Painter's (masking) tape
1” high-quality brush
3”-4” high-quality brush
Stir sticks
Scraper
Putty knife
Utility knife
Wood filler
Wood conditioner / sanding sealer
Sawhorses
Quality stain if staining door
Quality paint if painting door
Quality clear-coat if coating unfinished mouldings
Quality primer if painting unfinished mouldings

STAINING OR CLEAR FINISHING - UNFINISHED MOULDINGS (Cont.)

Once sanding sealer has fully dried (follow manufacturer's recommendations), finish the moulding with good quality oil-based or very low water-based polyurethane stain. Note: If a pre-stain sealer was not used, water-based finishes increase the potential of splits, highlighted joints, grain raise and volume. Natural grain and color variations are normal and not considered manufacturing defects. PAINTING - UNFINISHED OR PRIMED MOULDINGS:

To Paint Unfinished Mouldings: Seal the moulding with an oil-based or very low water-based quality primer and allow to fully dry. Next, sand the surface using #400 grit sandpaper. Next, apply two applications (top coats) using a high-quality finish. Allow first coat to fully dry before applying second coat. Avoid excessive application. Multiple thin coats followed by sanding in between coats provide best results. Follow paint manufacturer's recommendations for product you choose.
To Paint Primed Mouldings: Sand mouldings with #400 grit sandpaper. Sand all surfaces. Next, apply two applications (top coats) using a high-quality finish. Allow first coat to fully dry before applying second coat. Avoid excessive application. Multiple thin coats provide best results. Follow paint manufacturer's recommendations for product you choose.