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B.
Door Panel Contraction Repair
As seasonal temperature and humidity changes occur within a house, door panels are
susceptible to minor expansion and contraction. The contraction or shrinkage of door panels
during low humidity periods may result in the appearance of an unfinished line down the length
of the panel where it joins the door stile. Wellborn recommends the installation of a humidity
control system to substantially reduce the possibility of expansion and contraction in all
wood products in the home. If climactic conditions do not correct the situation automatically,
obtain a Wellborn Touch-up Kit in the proper color and follow the repair instructions below.
The color of the touch-up marker should correspond with the color of the door (i.e. light for
light, medium for medium). However, due to the natural characteristic of wood to darken over
time, it may be necessary to experiment a little.
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE BEGINNING THE REPAIR.
YOU CANNOT TOUCH UP GLAZES.
1. Remove the door from the cabinet and place it on a flat surface.
2. Use a small piece of 220 grit sandpaper to remove any build-up or residue being careful to not remove any
of the existing stain.
3. Shake marker thoroughly to mix contents. Depress felt tip against cardboard or newspaper to start material
flow, watching felt tip until material reaches the point. Use care not to over saturate the point.
4. Start at one end and try to use one steady stroke to do the repair as it is difficult to get uniform color
otherwise. It may be necessary to go over the area a second time to achieve the desired shade. If difficulty
is experienced after two strokes, it may then be necessary to “flood” or saturate the tip of the marker into
the troubled area. In this case, be sure to a have a rag handy to remove excess material before it dries. Use
minimal pressure on the rag to keep it from getting into the groove itself so as not to remove the paint from
the actual repair area.
5. With certain doors or areas, it may be necessary to trim the tip of the touch-up marker to a finer point. This
is easily done with a razor blade or a sharp knife. The tip can be removed and turned around, if desired, so as
to keep the original shape on one end for touching up other areas.
II.
CARE
Wellborn Cabinet, Inc. knows just how proud you are of your new cabinetry. With a little effort and a few precautions,
you can keep your cabinetry looking as good as new for many years.
Always
remove the doors and drawers of all cabinets adjacent to and above the oven during the cleaning cycle of
self-cleaning appliances. The cleaning cycle generates heat that could affect the finish and surface of the
cabinets. We recommend a Delamination Shield (Item Code: DS) be placed between freestanding oven and
adjacent base cabinets.
Always
clean up spills and any standing water, such as condensation from a glass or bowl, immediately. Pay special
attention to the areas around your sink, range, dishwasher, toe spaces and baseboards. Use a blotting action
rather than a wiping action.
Always
apply cleaning products directly to the clean cloth you are using. Never apply directly to the surface of the area
that you are cleaning.
Always
lift objects—do not drag across the surface.
Always
avoid extremes in room humidity. Too high or too low humidity can cause the wood to warp or the glue used in
applying veneers to loosen.
Always
avoid extreme changes in room temperature.
Always
rotate accessories on furniture periodically so they do not sit in the same spot all the time.
Always
use pads, cloth or felt to protect surfaces from plastics, rubber, hot dishes, beverages, bookends, flowerpots
and vases.
Always
use protective pads when writing with a ballpoint pen.
Always
make minor repairs while they are still small.
Always
treat your cabinetry as if it were furniture. The cabinets are constructed with the same grade wood as your
furniture. They require the same care in order to reward you with long lasting beauty.