Wood
Face Frames: You
have chosen Craftsman style cabinetry with wood doors and framework.
Face frames are constructed from individual pieces of wood. The
joints where the vertical parts meet the horizontal parts are
susceptible to movement from the expansion and contraction that these
parts experience with fluctuations in temperature and humidity and
therefore small cracks may be visible over time.
Wood
Doors:
All wood
doors will expand and contract with changes in temperature and levels
of humidity. Although every precaution is taken to reduce the
noticeable effects of expansion and contraction during the
manufacturing process, variations in humidity levels may cause
visible changes to the doors. With low humidity, the center panel of
wood doors may contract and expose small areas of unfinished wood.
With high humidity, doors may show minor gaps in the joints and the
frames may bow slightly. These conditions are normal and temporary;
they will disappear when the humidity returns to a moderate level.
These potential fluctuations can be reduced or even eliminated if the
humidity in the home is controlled and kept constant. Small amounts
of touch-up stain can be made available for pick-up when requested,
at no charge.
Wood Variations: The beauty and uniqueness of natural wood brings with it an intrinsic quality in grain and colour variation. The Craftsman Series of wood products consists of doors with a “Select” grade of wood (unless requested otherwise); small knots and mineral streaks are greatly reduced however, some mild variation in grain and colour should be expected. Lighter stains will enhance these characteristics; darker stains will tone down these characteristics and increase the overall appearance of uniformity to the finished product.
Antique
Finishes:
All antique finishes feature a hand crafted appearance, which gives
this product the “antique look” which is so popular in today’s
market. This process is applied manually, which will result in
variations in the uniformity and consistency of the antiquing. The
finished product is unique in appearance and the amount of antiquing
may also vary from showroom samples.
General
Information: Although
GCW only uses the highest quality of paints and stains that are
available on today’s market, it is important to remember that these
products require extra care to maintain longevity. All finished
products will require a minimum of 30 days to cure; more time may be
required with higher levels of humidity. Therefore, extra caution is
required in the handling of these products during this cure time.
Colour
Samples: Showroom
samples are only a reasonable representation of the final product at
best; stain may vary slightly from batch to batch and the wood grain
of samples will also be varied. These products are hand finished;
therefore, some minor variation may also occur at the finishing
stage.
Antique,
Glazed & Finishes: All
antiqued or glazed finishes feature a hand-crafted appearance, which
gives this product the “antique look” which is so popular in
today’s market. This process is applied manually, which will result
in variations in the uniformity and consistency of the antiquing. The
finished product is unique in appearance and the amount of antiquing
may also vary from showroom samples.
Care
and Maintenance: A
solution of mild dish soap and water is ideal for cleaning all
components of the cabinetry and countertops. DO NOT RUB excessively
in one area as this may polish or bring up a glossy area noticeable
in the light. All cabinetry must be dried immediately after cleaning.
Do not use any abrasive cleaners, pads, thick cream solutions, bleach
or furniture polish on any part of the cabinetry. WD40 may be used to
remove stubborn stains on the melamine cabinet components, followed
by a soapy water rinse and towel dry.
*the above applies to wood cabinetry. MDF Painted cabinetry is also to be cleaned with a solution of mild dish soap and water as well.
