DOOR CARE & HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS

The following instructions are intended for the use of homeowners in caring for and handling ART GLASS ETC., INC. solid wood products, and are required to maintain warranty protection for door, sidelite, window and slider products.

REGULAR MAINTENANCE OF WOOD PRODUCTS

Wood doors and window products require regular maintenance and treatment to remain in good condition and appearance. The integrity of the finish must be maintained to insure continued protection of the wood, and warranty protection.

On a regular basis (ideally once per month), wipe down all wood surfaces of the wood product inside and outside with a clean DAMP (not wet) cloth. Treat wood products as you would a piece of fine furniture, and never use any caustic or abrasive cleaners.

NEVER use a garden hose to clean wood doors, sidelites, windows or sliders!

Immediately wipe dry any water that contacts the surface of wood products during porch cleaning, etc., including the top and bottom edges of the doors, where water absorption is likely to occur. Wood products are NOT designed to be exposed directly to water.

The first maintenance check should be made every six months after the initial installation and finish of your doors. Inspect every surface of your wood products for cracks in the finish surface, or bare spots where finish may have rubbed off. Cracks in the finish will allow moisture to enter the wood, resulting in cracks, splits and warping in the product. The finish will have a longer life and will require less maintenance if products are not exposed regularly to direct sunlight.

As needed, sand lightly all surfaces with 320 grit sandpaper or 0000 steel wool, to remove embedded dirt particles. Next, wipe down all surfaces with a soft, clean, lint-free cloth.

Apply to all surfaces one coat of exterior grade topcoat compatible with original finish, and allow to dry per product instructions.

During these six-month checks, always be sure to look at the top and bottom edges of doors or window sashes. It is imperative that these critical edges be fully protected with topcoat without cracks or scrapes in the surface of the clear finish.

NOTE: Please keep this guide with your Limited Product Warranty. These procedures must be followed to maintain warranty protection for your ART GLASS ETC. wood products.