Chaparral Trestle Table, 926W Assembly Instructions Manual

1. Choose a finish that will meet your expectations for the product you are
finishing.

Are you matching existing furniture or do you want a “natural”

finish?

Is the piece to be functional, decorative or both? The answers

to these questions may a

ffect the type of finish you choose.

2.

Use products of the same brand to ensure compatibility of products.

3. ALWAYS follow the stain manufacturer’s instructions. Pine is a porous
wood and looks best when following the finishing instructions for
softwoods.

4.

We recommend using a wood conditioner under oil base stains.

5. Work in a well ventilated and well lit area.

1. Assembly Instructions may contain special finishing information

for

that item. Read both the Assembly Instructions and these Finishing

Hints completely before beginning.

2.

Sand the entire piece, using #220 grit sandpaper. Sand with the grain

of

the wood on flat surfaces and opposite the grain on turnings. Some

parts are plywood. Be careful not to sand through the veneer. End grain

(table

top ends, seat edges, grooves on turnings, etc.) accepts more

stain. Extra sanding in these areas with a #320 grit sandpaper will reduce

stain absorption, creating a more evenly stained piece.

3.

When sanding is completed, wipe the surface of your furniture with a cloth or tack rag. Make sure

the item is free of dust before proceeding.

4.

For most products, we recommend preparing and staining the wood prior to assembly. Due to the

assembly

procedures for chairs, rockers and stools, we recommend assembling these items prior

to finishing.

5. If you do choose to finish chairs, rockers or stools prior to assembly, it is imperative that you protect
the ends of dowels and spindles, and the mortise holes where the wood is joined, from finishing
products.

Use masking tape around the ends, being careful to cover only the section that will be

inserted

(remove the tape after the finish has dried and before the furniture is assembled). Wood

glue will

not bond if finishing products are present. If you do get finishing product in these areas,

it must be removed to ensure proper bonding.

6.

If glue is used in assembly of your furniture, remove any excess glue spots or drips before finish-

ing.

Wood surfaces with glue WILL NOT accept stains, and will leave a light spot. To remove glue,

wipe

off as much as possible while wet, then lightly sand the surface until the remaining glue is

removed.

These

are general hints. Refer to the instruction sheet for detailed information

on

gluing your specific product. Your unit may not need glue.

1.

We strongly recommend that you first lay out all the parts and familiarize yourself with how they fit

together

before assembling with glue. Glue will set up quickly and can cause damage to the parts

if you try to reposition any that have been assembled incorrectl

y.

2.

Glue usually takes several hours to cure (or harden) but it will sometimes set up, or grab, in several

seconds.

Therefore, once you begin final assembly, be sure to proceed quickly and diligently.

Rubber gloves

Rags

Paper towels

Q-tips

Tack cloth

Drop cloth

Paint brushes

(bristle and foam)

#220 & #320

sandpaper

Mineral spirits

Masking Tape

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Rev. 4/05

Gluing Hints (cont.)

3. We recommend that you use a good wood glue, such as Elmer’s Wood Glue or White Glue, Tite-
bond

Wood Glue or the equivalent; unless the instructions call for a special type such as a slow

drying epoxy glue. Carefully read the glue manufacture

r’s label and follow all instructions.

4.

Be sure the holes are clear of any dust so the glue will have a clean surface to adhere to. Blowing

in the holes before gluing is recommended, but be sure to protect your eyes.

5. Avoid

getting glue on surfaces to be finished! Most stains or finishes will not penetrate where

glue

has been spilled. Wet glue can be wiped off with a damp cloth. Follow with a light sanding of

the area to ensure a proper finish.

6. Do

not over glue! It is important to apply an even coat inside all holes and slots. Use a small dowel

or

pencil to spread glue evenly around the inside of the holes. Because of the fit of the spindles or

dowels

in the holes, the spindle or dowel pushes glue to the bottom of the hole. If too much glue is

used, it will fill the hole and not allow the spindle or dowel to go all the way in.

.

1. Read and follow label directions. Stir stain well before starting.

2.

Test stain on an inconspicuous spot on your project, or use the sample chip if one is provided. The

sample

chip must be sanded in the same way as your furniture kit to ensure the piece will accept

the

stain similarly. Put at least one coat of your top coat over the stain sample, as it also affects the

look

of the stain. Test every type of wood that is in your kit. Some of our products include more

than

one type of wood, which may react differently to the stain color. Sample chips for the differ-

ent

woods may be included. It may be necessary to add a second coat of stain to lighter woods to

match the darker woods in your kit.

3.

Apply stain with a poly brush or lint-free cloth. Apply stain over a small area and wipe off excess.

Working in small areas will make the color easier to control.

4. Q-tips are ideal for hard to reach areas.

5.

Allow to dry thoroughly before proceeding.

.

No top coat is required if using paint.

1. Always read and follow all label directions. Stir your finish coat gently, do not shake. It will cre-
ate bubbles that are hard to remove.

2. All surfaces (including the underside of table tops and inside drawers) must be sealed with at
least

one layer of a top coat. This will help minimize wood swelling, shrinkage, warping and cup-

ping due to changes in moisture content or temperature.

3.

We recommend that you apply a minimum of two coats when using polyurethane or varnish

(especially

on all table top and work surfaces). Sand lightly between coats using a #320 grit

sandpaper or 00 steel wool for the smoothest possible finish.

4.

Some water-based finishes tend to raise the grain slightly. This can be easily controlled with this

sanding

step. However, do not use steel wool when using water-based finishes. Strands of steel

fiber caught in the wood can cause rust spots when coated with any water-based product.

1. For best results when painting, first coat the wood with a primer. An oil based primer would be best
for

a smooth finish. If you do not wish to use a solvent based primer, a water based primer would

work almost as well.

2.

Buy a quality brand paint. You may use a satin, semi-gloss, or gloss sheen. Apply a second coat

for

a smooth finish. Lightly sand between coats using a #320 grit sandpaper, so that the second

coat will bond well. Repeat as desired.

3.

Since there is such a variation between paint manufacturers, refer to your paint supplier for specific

advice on using the paint that you purchase.