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Includes:Door Finishing & WoodGraining Instructions

Includes:Door Finishing & WoodGraining Instructions

A Complete Guide toWood Staining & Finishing

A Complete Guide toWood Staining & Finishing

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Getting StartedGetting Started

Keep These Suggestions in Mind:1. Always read the label! Follow all label directions

exactly to ensure a successful wood finishing project. Payparticular attention to all “DANGER and CAUTION”instructions.

2. Protect your work area by laying lined drop cloths,cardboard or plastic over the floor area.

3. Be sure the area is warm and dry and it has adequateventilation and good lighting.

Pre-Plan for a Successful ProjectFor best results have everythingyou need before you start. Thecondition of the wood you arefinishing will help you decidewhat materials you need to dothe job, such as scrapers, brushes,sandpaper, stir sticks, etc.

New Bare WoodYou may prefer to stain thewood and apply a polyurethane,or you can simply apply thepolyurethane over the naturalwood.

Old Clear Finishes inGood ConditionA finish in good condition canbe covered with a fresh coat ofpolyurethane once the surfacehas been cleaned and properlysanded.

UGL® Professional Strength D-GlossWater-Based Liquid Sander & CleanerPrepares surfaces for recoating. Removessurface contaminants and provides a slight“etching” of the surface allowing subsequentcoatings to bond. Dulls paint, enamel, varnishand polyurethane.

Some polyurethane finishes do not adhere toshellac or lacquer surfaces. It is advisable toremove these finishes before recoating.

To determine the finish type use a little nail polish removeron an inconspicuous spot. Nail polish remover will softenshellac or lacquer.

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Using RemoversUsing Removers

For factory pre-finished wood floors and paneling usemanufacturer’s recommended refinishing products.

Old Paint or Finishes in Poor ConditionIf the finish has begun to peeland crack, or the finish isbroken or chipped, removecompletely to bare wood. Usea mechanical abrator or a paintand varnish remover.

WARNING! If you scrape, sand, or remove old paint, you may release lead dust.LEAD IS TOXIC. EXPOSURE TO LEAD DUST CAN CAUSE SERIOUS ILLNESS,SUCH AS BRAIN DAMAGE, ESPECIALLY IN CHILDREN. PREGNANT WOMENSHOULD ALSO AVOID EXPOSURE. Wear a NIOSH-approved respirator tocontrol lead exposure. Clean up carefully with a HEPA vacuum and a wet mop.Before you start, find out how to protect yourself and your family by contactingthe National Lead Information Hotline at 1-800-424-LEAD or log on towww.epa.gov/lead.

Removing Old Finishes

ZAR® Paintand VarnishRemover orUGL®

ProfessionalStrengthFastrip Paint and VarnishRemover is ideal for removing old

finishes from vertical or horizontal surfaces. Wear chemicalresistant rubber gloves and safety glasses. Stripping projectsshould be done outdoors in a shady, dry area. Apply a liberalcoat and allow from 5 to 25 minutes for the Remover to dothe work. If after a gentle scraping you can’t remove thebottom layer of paint, apply an additional coat of Removerover the Remover previously applied. Remember, let theRemover do the work for you.Scrape off the old, softened finishwith a wide putty knife.

For safety, always scrape awayfrom you. Be careful not to gougethe wood. In hard-to-reach areas,an old toothbrush or steel woolwill be helpful.

Use RemoverProducts Outdoors

If you must work indoors be sure touse a non-sparking fan and exhaustall vapors away from you.


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Surface PreparationSurface Preparation

Unfinished BareWood SurfacesKeep in mind, even “new”bare wood can be dirty.Remove all hardware, knobs,hinges, etc.

Remove all dirt, dust,grease, wax and fingerprintswith a cloth dampened withpaint thinner. Allow thesurface to dry.

Fill any holes, cracks orstaple marks with ZAR®

Wood Patch. Allow patch todry and sand according todirections.

A Smooth FinishRequires ASmooth StartAlways sand in the directionof the wood grain. On flatsurfaces, use long straightstrokes. For roundedsurfaces, such as legs orknobs, be sure to sand in thedirection of the grain.Sanding against the grain willscratch or scar the woodsurface which may showthrough on your finishedpiece. Do not over sand. Thiscould fill the pores of thewood by polishing the surface and prevent proper stainpenetration.

Bare Wood: Sand thoroughly using successively finer gradesof sandpaper up to 220 grit, until the surface feels smooth tothe touch.

Previously Finished Wood in Good Condition: Lightsanding with 220 grit sandpaper will help the wood stainor clear finish adhere. After sanding, remove all dust,using a tack cloth or a rag dampened with paint thinnerand allow to dry.


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ZAR® Wood StainsZAR® Wood Stains

ZAR® Wood Stain wipes on likefurniture polish to stain and seal in onequick, easy application. ZAR’s“Controlled Penetration” assures auniform color tone without streaks orlap marks. ZAR® Wood Stain is perfectfor cabinets, paneling, antiques,woodtrim and all types of wood furniture.

Different Types ofWoods AbsorbStain Differently

Today’s furniture comesin a variety of woods,from hardwoods likeOak, to softer woods likeAspen and Pine. ZAR®

Oil-based Wood Stainwill give you professionallooking results on all types of woods. Softer woodsabsorb more stain than hardwoods. The more stainthat is absorbed into the wood, the darker the stainfinish will become.

ZAR® Wood Stain’s unique controlled penetration full-bodied formula allows you to work at your own pacewithout the fear of streaks or lap marks.

Do the “Drop Test”The ZAR® Wood Stain “DropTest” is a perfect way to showyou how ZAR® is different.Both wood chips at the rightshow a drop of stain that wasallowed to stand on a piece ofwood for 15 minutes. When theZAR® Wood Stain, on the left,was wiped out, there was noevidence of the drop or a blotchmark. However, the sample onthe right shows how otherstains leave a dark, blotchy spotwhere the drop was initiallyplaced on the wood.

Match Color Tone onDifferent Kinds of Woods.

Match Color Tone onDifferent Kinds of Woods.

ZAR®

Wood StainZAR®

Wood StainOther

Wood StainOther

Wood Stain


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Selecting ZAR®Selecting ZAR®

These chips have been reproduced as accuratelyas possible in process color lithography.

110 Salem Maple 117 Honey Maple

111 Walnut 118 Dark Mahogany

113 Fruitwood 119 Mocha

114 Provincial 120 Teak Natural

115 Modern Walnut 121 Black Onyx

Oak

Pine

Oak

Pine

Oak

Pine

Oak

Pine

Oak

Pine

116 Cherry 123 Moorish Teak

Oak

Pine


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Wood StainWood Stain

124 Rosewood 129 Amber Varnish

126 Chestnut 138 Spanish Oak

127 Golden Oak 139 Coastal Boards

128 Early American 140 Merlot

109 Colonial Pine* 135 Charcoal*

Oak

Pine

Oak

Pine

Oak

Pine

Oak

Pine

Oak

Pine

Decorator Colors*

122 Mediterranean* 137 White Oak*

125 Black Walnut*

Oak

Pine

Oak

Pine Available for custom coloring.

145 Tint Base169 Low VOC Tint Base

* Available in quart size only.


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ZAR®Wood StainZAR®Wood Stain

DANGER: Rags, steel wool or wastesoaked with ZAR® Wood Stain mayspontaneously catch fire if improperlydiscarded. Immediately after use, placerags, steel wool or waste in a sealedwater-filled metal container.

Wipes on easily with a clothWipes on easily with a cloth

Applying PremiumQuality ZAR® Oil-based Wood StainStir ZAR® Wood Stainthoroughly. Test for desiredcolor. Find an inconspic-uous spot on your piece,such as the drawer bottomand apply the stain with alint-free cloth. Wipe off andallow wood stain to dry 3hours.

Use a clean lint-free cloth(like an old T-shirt), towipe on ZAR® Wood Stainin the direction of thegrain. Then using anotherclean cloth, wipe off theexcess. ZAR’s “ControlledPenetration” gives youplenty of time to wipe outstreaks and lap marks. Theamount of stain you wipeoff will determine the finalwood tone.

Suggestion: Do the hard tostain areas of your piecefirst, such as the tablebottom, chair legs or othersimilar areas.

Allow to dry 3 hours. If a darker color is desired, allowfirst coat to dry thoroughly and apply a second coat.


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190 BRAZILIAN CHERRY 191 CAYENNE PEPPER

192 ESPRESSO 193 EBONY

194 JAMAICAN RUM 195 WHEAT

196 TINT BASEAvailable for custom coloring and foruse as an optional wood conditioner.

Selecting ZAR® ULTRA Max Wood StainSelecting ZAR® ULTRA Max Wood Stain

ZAR® ULTRA MAX OIL MODIFIEDWood Stain interior formula applieseasily and penetrates evenly for rich,uniform color. Ideal for furniture,hardwood floors, woodwork and wood,metal or fiberglass doors. ZAR® ULTRAMax Oil Modified Wood Stain features

Core/Shell Technology to achieve the rich even color ofan oil base stain with the low odor, fast drying and easycleanup of a water-base stain.

In addition, the Advanced Green Phase Resin DispersionTechnology utilizes environmentally friendly resins thatresult in a VOC compliant product.

ZAR® ULTRA Max Wood Stain is available in 6 naturalwood tones plus a Tint Base for custom stain colors.

ZAR® ULTRA Max Oil Modified Wood Stain Tint Base canalso be used to seal soft open-grained woods or end grain.

These chips have been reproduced as accuratelyas possible in process color lithography.

Ready-mixed colors on oak.


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ZAR® ULTRA Max Wood StainZAR® ULTRA Max Wood Stain

Applying PremiumQuality ZAR® ULTRAMax Wood StainStir ZAR® ULTRA Max Wood Stainthoroughly before and duringapplication. Test for desired color.Find an inconspicuous spot on yourpiece, such as the bottom of a drawer.

ZAR® ULTRA MaxOil ModifiedWood Stain TintBase can also beused to seal softopen-grainedwoods or endgrain.

Apply ULTRA MaxWood Stain with asynthetic bristle brush. Wipe offexcess stain with a clean lint-free clothand allow wood stain to dry 3 hours.

If a darker color is desired, allow todry thoroughly, and apply a secondcoat.

Suggestion: Do the hard to stainareas of your piece first, such as thetable bottom, chair legs or othersimilar areas.

Clean up with warm soapy water.

Note: Differences in resin technologymay afect application and absorption.Do not intermix ZAR ULTRA MaxWood Stain with ZAR “OriginalFormula” Oil-based Wood Stain.

Core/ShellTechnologyprovides thedeep tones of an oil-based stain with thelow odor, fast dryingand easy clean-up ofa water-based stain.

AdvancedGreen PhaseResin DispersionTechnology utilizesenvironmentallyfriendly resins thatresult in a VOCcompliant product.

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ZAR® Finish SelectorZAR® Finish Selector

ZAR® Polyurethane Clear Wood Finishes offer premiumquality protection for wood. There are several finishes tochoose depending on desired sheen level and use.

ZAR® ULTRA MAX WaterborneOil Modified Polyurethane features Dual

Drying Technology for a harder through cure.Recoat in 2 hours. Formulated for floors,cabinets, furniture and woodwork. “ExoticHardwood Approved.” Cleans up with soapand water. VOC compliant. Available inGloss, Semi-Gloss, Satin and Antique Flat.

ZAR® Classic Wood Finish: High solids,VOC compliant durable protective finish forbeautiful results in commercial and residentialapplications. Available in Gloss, Semi-Glossand Satin.

Aqua ZAR® Water-Based Polyurethane: Anenvironmentally safe, low odor, water clean-uppolyurethane formula designed for interioruse. Dries crystal clear. Available in Gloss,Semi-Gloss, Satin and Antique Flat.

More information about Aqua ZAR on page 14.

ZAR® ULTRA Polyurethane: A superfast drying oil-based polyurethane. Dries in twohours on bare wood. Tough abrasion resistantfinish. Great for hardwood floors, cabinets, fur-niture and woodwork. Available in Gloss, Semi-Gloss, Satin, and Antique Flat.

More information about ZAR ULTRA on page 13.

ZAR® Interior Oil-Based Polyurethane:Ideal for floors, tables, furniture, bartops andsurfaces subjected to hard use. Available inGloss, Semi-Gloss, Satin and Antique Flat.“America’s Original Polyurethane”

ZAR® ULTRA MAX WaterborneOil Modified Wipe-On Polyurethane:Features Dual Drying Technology for a harderthrough cure. Easy wipe-on protection. Thisfast drying formula features superior hardnessand mar resistance for outstanding wear anddurability. Available in Gloss and Satin.

ZAR® Tung Oil Wipe-On Finish: Wipes oneasily with a cloth. Ideal for interior wood sur-faces. A smooth, even finish every time.Available in Semi-Gloss and Satin.

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ZAR® Finish SelectorZAR® Finish Selector

ZAR® Water-Based ExteriorPolyurethane:Formulated exclu-sively for exteriorwood surfaces.

Contains ultraviolet radiationabsorbers and anti-oxidants. Idealfor exterior wood surfaces, siding,gables, patio furniture and steeland fiberglass entry doors. Soap and water clean up.

Available in Gloss and Satin.

ZAR® ULTRAExterior Oil-BasedPolyurethane:A super fastdrying clear wood

polyurethane finish. Dries intwo hours. Contains ultravioletradiation absorbers and anti-oxidants. Available in Glossand Satin.

Sanding SealersSanding sealers greatly enhance the beauty of wood. Thoughnot a required step, sanding sealers are generally used for finewood finishing and for floor finishing.

A sanding sealer performs two functions: One function is toraise any remaining grain or fuzzy wood fibers which makesfinal sanding easier. The other function is to seal the woodwhich allows even flow of subsequent polyurethane top-coats resulting in a higher, more durable, film-build.

ZAR® Quick Dry Sanding Sealer (For useunder oil-based polyurethane) is a fast dryingsanding sealer for interior wood floors,furniture, paneling, cabinets, countertops andwoodwork. Dries in one hour on bare wood.Available in Semi-Gloss and Satin.

ZAR® ULTRA Max Waterborne OilModified Sanding Sealer (For use underwaterborne oil-modified polyurethane) Fastdrying sanding sealer for interior wood floorsand woodwork. Dries in one hour on bare

wood. Also available in NaturalAmber Sanding Sealer.


ZAR® ULTRAPolyurethaneZAR® ULTRAPolyurethane

Great for Floors, Dries in 2 Hours!Great for Floors, Dries in 2 Hours!

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ZAR ULTRA Polyurethane is a superfast drying clear wood finish forinterior hardwood floors, cabinets,furniture, bartops, countertops, wallpaneling and woodwork.

Never shake a polyurethane.Shaking will produce air bubbleswhich may get trapped in yourfinish. If required, stir the finishaccording to the label instructions.Apply using a clean bristle brush.Dip the brush into the can and letthe excess drip off. Flow ZAR®

ULTRA on using long evenstrokes in the direction of thegrain. Do not over-brush thefinish. ZAR® ULTRA is self-levelingfor a smooth even finish.

After applying the polyurethane, leave the room and closethe door. Foot traffic and air circulation can stir up dustin the room which may settle on your finish. Allow to dry2 hours. Sand lightly between coats. Apply 2 coats.For floors apply 3 coats. Allow final coat todry 4-6 hours.

Clean brushes and application toolsimmediately after use with UGL®

Professional Strength Water-BasedBrush Cleaner or paint thinner.

If you prefer an easy to use wipe onpolyurethane finish, use ZAR® Tung Oil Wipe-On

Finish or ZAR® ULTRA MAXWaterborne Oil ModifiedWipe-On Polyurethane.

ZAR® Tung Oil Wipe-OnFinish applies easily tospindles or flatwood surfaceswith a cloth for asmooth anddurablefinish every time.


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Aqua ZAR® PolyurethaneAqua ZAR® Polyurethane

Aqua ZAR® Water-Based Polyurethane isan environmentally safe, clear wood finishspecially formulated to protect andbeautify cabinets, furniture, wall paneling,woodwork and floors. “Exotic HardwoodsApproved”–Ideal for use on Teak, BrazilianWalnut and other exotic wood species.Aqua ZAR® dries crystal clear, making itthe ideal finish to use over light-colored orwhite stains.

Aqua ZAR’s full-bodiedformula brushes on like aconventional polyurethaneproviding a high film-build for maximumdurability and beauty.

Sand the woodthoroughly in thedirection of the grain. Donot use steel wool and besure to vacuum all dust.

Flow Aqua ZAR® on inthe direction of thegrain using a cleansynthetic fiber or foambrush. Apply thin coatsat the rate of 100-125square feet per quart.Allow 2 hours dryingbetween coats. Sandlightly, vacuum all dustand apply a second coat.If while sanding,sandpaper gums orsurface feels tacky, extenddrying times.

Clean upBrushes and tools clean up easilywith warm, soapy water.


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ZAR® on DoorsZAR® on Doors

Please Note: The stain application directions in thisbrochure may differ from the instructions on the label ofthe ZAR® wood finishing product you are using. Pleasefollow the directions in this brochure since theyspecifically refer to finishing doors.

ZAR® is Good for More Than Just Wood!Typically, when you think about a wood stain, the idea offinishing a bookcase, desk or some other piece ofwooden furniture probably comes to mind. You mayhave never considered using a wood stain to finish adoor, particularly if your door is made of steel, fiberglassor Masonite®. Well think again, ZAR® Wood Stain andZAR® Polyurethanes give those surfaces the rich,beautiful look of wood.ZAR® is ideally suited for all types of doors because ofits heavier consistency, higher pigment levels andexcellent adhesion characteristics.ZAR® Wood Stain andPolyurethanes have been usedsuccessfully on doors made byleading door manufacturers,such as Masonite®, Jeld-Wen,Therma-Tru, Pease, Peachtree,Taylor, Perma-Door, Crest andothers. So, when you want tobeautify any type of new door –or improve the look of an older door – ZAR® is for you.

Steel door grainedwith ZAR® Wood Stain

Steel door grainedwith ZAR® Wood Stain

Fiberglass door finishedwith ZAR® Wood StainFiberglass door finishedwith ZAR® Wood Stain


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ZAR® on DoorsZAR® on Doors

The Correct ProcedureFollow the staining procedure diagram below. Work onone section of the door at a time. The numbers correspondto the order in which you should work. The arrowsindicate the direction of the grain for each area of thedoor. Here is how to proceed:

1. Stain the inside panels first.

2. Next, work on the inside vertical boardsbetween the panels.

3. Then, work on the inside horizontal boards. (It isimportant to take special care where horizontal andvertical members join. On steel doors, it is your jobto make the joints look as natural as possible. It isnot hard, but you must exercise care.)

4. The outside vertical boards are the last areas on theface of the door to be stained.

5. Finally, stain the door edges. Follow the sameprocedure when you apply the tone coat and clearfinish. Allow the whole project to dry thoroughlyand start enjoying your door.


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Using the Graining ToolUsing the Graining Tool

Practice using the ZAR® Graining Tool on a scrappiece of painted metal or wood or use a panel onthe door and simply wipe off the stain repeatedlyuntil you learn the technique. The tool head isrotatable to achieve different graining patterns.

Heartwood Grain: Stir ZAR®

Wood Stain thoroughly. Begin onthe inside of panel (1) according tothe Staining Procedure Diagram.Wipe on a thin, uniform coat ofZAR® Wood Stain.

While exerting downward pressurewith your index finger, (2.5 - 3lbs.), draw the graining tool downthe section, moving the tool at aconstant speed. While drawing thegraining tool towards you, slowlyrock it down and up to create anatural heartwood appearance.Remember do not stop the toolwhile pulling a grain.

If you make a mistake, don’tworry. Simply take your staincloth, wipe wood stain over thearea and grain it again. Orcompletely wipe off what you haveapplied with a cloth dampenedwith paint thinner or mineralspirits and start over.

Note:Occasionallywipe off the faceof the grainingtool to preventthe grainpattern on theface of the toolfrom clogging.

Heartwood GrainHeartwood Grain Vein/Straight GrainVein/Straight Grain Quarter Sawn GrainQuarter Sawn Grain

Exert downward pressureExert downward pressure

While drawing toward youWhile drawing toward you

Slowly rock down ...Slowly rock down ...

Then up, consistently,Then up, consistently,

until section is complete.until section is complete.


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ZAR® on Steel DoorsZAR® on Steel Doors

Staining Steel DoorsZAR® Wood Stain and the ZAR® Graining Tool are per-fect for giving primed steel or painted doors the richlook of wood. ZAR® Wood Stain’s special high pigmentformula makes it ideal for wood graining.

Note: Certain steel doors, such as Taylor, Crest Metaland Perma-Door® have a grain embossed in them. Forembossed door surfaces refer to Staining EmbossedGrain Surfaces, page 21, of this brochure.

Surface PreparationSteel doors come already primed and are usually gray, buff orwhite. Whatever the door color, the procedure is the same.

For best results, lay the door onpadded sawhorses. Remove allhardware. Clean all dirt, dust andgreasy stains with a clothdampened with paint thinner ormineral spirits.

Wood graining is completed using2 steps. First apply a grain coat.Once the grain coat is dry, apply atone coat for the rich look ofwood.

Applying the Grain CoatFollow the Staining ProcedureDiagram on page 16. This willhelp you achieve beautiful results with the least amountof time and effort.

Stir ZAR® Wood Stainthoroughly. Before graining,wipe on a thin, uniformcoat of ZAR® Wood Stainusing a lint-free cloth orfoam brush. Next use thegraining tool to create awood grain pattern.

For doors previously painted with a darkcolor paint or for a more natural woodappearance, apply a buff colored (lighttan) base coat. Allow base coat to drythoroughly. We recommend a semi-glossor eggshell finish paint as a basecoat.

For doors previously painted with a darkcolor paint or for a more natural woodappearance, apply a buff colored (lighttan) base coat. Allow base coat to drythoroughly. We recommend a semi-glossor eggshell finish paint as a basecoat.


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ZAR® on Steel DoorsZAR® on Steel Doors

Steel door grained withZAR® Wood Stain


You can control thedarkness of the door by theamount of stain you apply. Athin coat will reveal more ofthe grain pattern, a heaviercoat will hide it.

Allow this coat to dry for 24hours, depending on dryingconditions, before applyingthe polyurethane.

Refer to Clear Finish onDoors page 23.

When graining work on onesection of the door at a time.

In tight corners where thegraining tool can not reach,use cheesecloth or a drybrush to simulate a woodgrain look.

Once you have the grainedlook you want, allow thedoor to dry for 12 hours or longer depending on dryingconditions.

Applying theTone CoatStir ZAR® Wood Stainthoroughly. Wipe on anotherthin, uniform coat of thesame color ZAR® Wood Stainin the direction of the grainpattern you created. This isthe tone coat and will givethe door the rich look ofwood. (Do not sand betweencoats, sanding will damagethe simulated grain pattern.)

Use a dry brush to gentlyfeather out streaks andlap marks.


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Apply ZAR®

Polyurethane to grained steel door

Apply ZAR®

Polyurethane to grained steel door

Protect Steel DoorsProtect Steel Doors

Protect Your Steel Door with ZAR® PolyurethaneTo protect the wood stain and give yoursteel door a pleasant wood glow, applyZAR® Polyurethane Clear Wood Finish.

The Staining Procedure Diagram on page 16 is a usefulguide for applying the polyurethane.

The surface must be clean and free from dirt and dust andthe wood stain must be thoroughly dry before top-coatingwith a polyurethane.

Use a quality natural or syntheticbristle brush, depending on thetype of clear finish you choose.Dip the brush in the can and letexcess drip off. Apply a thin,uniform coat by flowing ZAR®

on in the direction of the grainpattern. Do not brush the finishback and forth; doing so maycreate bubbles in the finish.

For interior door surfaces, apply2 coats of ZAR® InteriorPolyurethane, for exterior doorsurfaces apply 3 coats of ZAR®

Exterior Polyurethane. Allow todry according to label instructions.

For doors protected by overhangs or porches, and on theinside of doors, apply 2 coats of ZAR® InteriorPolyurethane.

Doors exposed to directsunlight for prolongedperiods should be protectedwith 3 coats of ZAR®

Exterior Water-BasedPolyurethane, ZAR® ExteriorPolyurethane or ZAR®

ULTRA ExteriorPolyurethane.


Staining Embossed Grain SurfacesYou can work with the door mounted in place orremoved from its hinges. Lay the door on paddedsawhorses. Mask the glass adjacent to all windowmouldings and remove all hardware. Clean dirt, dust andgreasy stains with acloth dampenedwith paint thinnerand allow to dry.

ApplicationStep 1: Stir ZAR®

Wood Stain thoroughly.Follow the Staining ProcedureDiagram on page 16. Apply using a lint-free cloth in a circular motion(like you apply shoe polish) or afoam brush, working the stain intothe embossed grain pattern.

Step 2: Next, use your stain clothor foam brush to smooth the stainin the direction of the grain. Donot wipe off excess stain.

“Stain and Feather”Working on the same area you juststained, use a clean, softpaintbrush to gently feather-out any streaks or lapmarks. Be sure to feather the corners where the stain

tends to pool. Occasionallyremove the excess stain from thefeathering-brush bristles with aclean cloth.

Note: Repeat Steps 1 and 2following the StainingProcedure Diagram on page 16.Remember: “Stain and Feather.”

If a darker color tone is desired, wait 24 hours and applya second coat, once again following the StainingProcedure Diagram. Remember “Stain and Feather.” (Donot sand between coats. Sanding can damage Masonite®

or fiberglass surfaces.) Allow to dry 24 hours, dependingon drying conditions, before applying the polyurethane.

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Wood Grained Embossed Door

“Stain & Feather”Wood Grained Embossed Door

“Stain & Feather”


Wood Grained Embossed Door

Squeegee TechniqueWood Grained Embossed Door

Squeegee Technique

Staining Composite Fiber Doors and Embossed Door SurfacesAn option to the one-coat “Stain and Feather” method, isthe use of a small window squeegee to force the woodstain into the wood grained embossed pattern of thedoor. The squeegee technique enhances the graindefinition in the door.

Lay the door on padded sawhorses.Mask the glass and remove hardware.Clean all dirt, dust and grease with acloth dampened with paint thinnerand allow to dry.

ApplicationNOTE: On Composite Fiber Doors thefront, back, and edges must be finishedto ensure proper protection.

Step 1: Stir ZAR® Wood Stainthoroughly. Follow the StainingProcedure Diagram on page 16. ApplyZAR® Wood Stain using a foam brush inthe direction of the grain.

Step 2: Next, use a squeegee to removeexcess stain forcing the stain into theembossed areas of the door in thedirection the grain. Occasionally removethe excess stain from the squeegee's edgewith a clean cloth. Working the samearea you have just stained andsqueegeed, use a clean, soft paint brushto gently feather-out any streaks or lapmarks. Be sure to feather the cornerswhere the stain tends to pool.Occasionally remove the excess stainfrom the feathering brush bristles with aclean cloth.

Step 3: Once the first coat of stain issqueegeed into the embossed grain letthe door dry for 12 hours. Next, applythe tone coat of ZAR® Wood Stain witha foam brush or cloth in the direction ofthe embossed grain. Remember, a littlestain goes a long way. Work the tone coatof stain in the direction of the grainpattern with your foam brush and

feather out excess.

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Clear Finish on DoorsClear Finish on Doors

A thin coat of stain willreveal more of thegrain pattern a heaviercoat will hide it. Use adry soft paint brush tofeather out any streaksor lap marks.

Allow to dry 24 hours,depending on dryingconditions, beforeapplying ZAR®

polyurethane.

ZAR® ULTRA InteriorPolyurethane and

ZAR® ULTRA ExteriorPolyurethane are available

in spray formulas.

ZAR® ULTRA InteriorPolyurethane and

ZAR® ULTRA ExteriorPolyurethane are available

in spray formulas.

Protect Your Fiberglass,Masonite, CompositeFiber or EmbossedSteel Door with ZAR®

PolyurethaneTo protect the wood stain andgive your door a pleasantwood glow, apply ZAR®

Polyurethane Clear WoodFinish.

For doors protected byoverhangs or porches, and onthe inside of doors, applyPremium Quality ZAR®

Interior Polyurethane.

Doors exposed to directsunlight for prolonged periodsshould be protected withZAR® Exterior Polyurethane,ZAR® Exterior Water-basedPolyurethane or ZAR® ULTRAExterior Polyurethane. Follow labelinstructions.

The Staining Procedure Diagram onpage 16 is a useful guide for applying apolyurethane.

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Use a quality natural or synthet-ic bristle brush, depending onthe polyurethane. Dip the brushin the can and let excess dripoff. Apply a thin, uniform coatby flowing ZAR® on in thedirection of the grain pattern.Avoid brushing the finish backand forth; doing so may createbubbles in the finish.

When using ZAR® InteriorPolyurethane, apply 2 coats oninterior doors surfaces. Allow todry according to label directions.

When using ZAR® ULTRA Exterior Polyurethane apply 3coats on exterior door surfaces.

Allow final polyurethane coat to dry depending on dryingconditions, before using the door.

Apply ZAR®

Polyurethaneto grained steel door

Clear Finish on DoorsClear Finish on Doors

Exterior Doors Care and Maintenance - Inspect Yearly.

Wipe the door using paint thinner or mineral spirits toremove any surface contaminants.

Repair scratches or dings using a cotton swab dampenedwith ZAR Wood Stain. Dab the cotton swab on a cleancloth before touching-up the door to remove excess stain.Then use a clean soft paint brush to feather the repair.Protect the stain with ZAR Polyurethane.

Determine if polyurethane needs repair:

1. Look directly at the door, then view from an angle off tothe side. If no visible discoloration, breakdown or dullingof the polyurethane is noticed, inspect again in 6 months.

2. If, when looking directly at the door it is satisfactory,however, when viewed from an angle the door appearsdull or has a slight white or milky discoloration, bufflightly using #0000 steel wool to assure proper adhesionof the polyurethane, tack and apply a coat of ZAR ExteriorPolyurethane. Be sure to buff lightly to avoid damagingfiberglass or masonite door surface.

3. If you see a milky white cast when looking directly atthe door or if the polyurethane is cracked or peeling, youmust strip off the old finish using a remover. Reprime thesurface if necessary (metal or primed doors), stain andapply ZAR Exterior Polyurethane.

Apply ZAR®

Polyurethaneto grained steel door


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