Materials Needed
A. Lint-free cloth
B. Mineral Spirits
C. Rubber gloves
D. Masking tape
E. 2” bristle brush
F. Gel Stain, such as Zar ™ Stain, Wood Kote®, Jel’d Stain, Minwax® Gel Stain, etc.

STEP 1: SURFACE PREPARATION
Do not sand fiberglass.
1. Lay door horizontally on saw horses or a table.
2. Remove all the hardware and mask off anything you don’t want stained, such as the glass insert.
3. Wipe the door with mineral spirits to clean any dust or residue from the surface. Allow all mineral spirits to dry from the surface before applying stain.

STEP 2: STAIN APPLICATION
First Coat
1. Stain one panel at a time (refer to the door staining diagram). Starting with the center panel, apply a thin, even amount of stain with a lint-free cloth. Using a light circular motion, work the stain into the embossed grain.
2. Then, with a CLEAN RAG remove all excess finish. Using long strokes, move in the direction of the grain. Work quickly.
3. If lap marks appear, immediately apply more stain to dissolve them, working the area to an even color. This coat primarily leaves the stain in the grain pattern.

Second Coat
Allow the door to dry for at least 24 hours between coats.
1. Work on one section of the door at a time.
2. Using a soft lint-free cloth, apply a liberal coat of stain.
3. Working quickly while the stain is wet, use a clean and dry 2” bristle brush to remove the excess stain and create a uniform look.
4. Make long, quick brush strokes in the direction of the grain.
5. Using paper towels or a rag, be sure to remove any excess stain as it accumulates on the brush.
6. If only the exterior face of the door is to be stained, stain the hinged edge of the door. If both sides of the door are to be stained, stain both edges.

STEP 3: PROTECTIVE TOP COAT
Apply polyurethane top coat with UV inhibitors like ZAR™ Exterior polyurethane, Wood Kote® Flagship UV, Minwax® Fast Drying Polyurethane for exterior applications.
1. After stain has completely dried (24 hours), mix topcoat well and apply evenly using a clean dry 2” bristle brush to work topcoat into corners.
2. Apply two or three coats of finish, allowing at least 24 hours of drying time between each application.
By exposure and weathering from sun, moisture and air pollutants, a well finished exterior fiberglass door will be affected. Normal maintenance is to reapply the topcoat approximately every two years.

Materials Needed
A. Lint-free cloth
B. Mineral Spirits
C. Rubber gloves
D. Masking tape
E. 4” bristle brush
F. For acrylic based application: acrylic-based primer/acrylic latex-based exterior grade paint
G. For oil-based application: alkyd-based primer/oil-based exterior grade paint

STEP 1: SURFACE PREPARATION
Do not sand fiberglass.
1. Lay door horizontally on saw horses or a table.
2. Remove all the hardware and mask off anything you don’t want painted, such as the glass insert.
3. Wipe the door with mineral spirits to clean any dust or residue from the surface. Allow all mineral spirits to dry from the surface before applying paint.
4. Prime the door by applying the primer with 4” brush in the direction of the wood grain. Follow the manufacturer’s directions for drying time before applying topcoat.
5. The primer must be completely dry before applying any finish topcoat.

STEP 2: PAINTING
1. Apply exterior grade paint with 4” brush in the direction of the grain.
2. All door panels and stiles need to be painted. If applying a second coat, follow the manufacturer’s directions for drying time between coats.

CAUTION:
1. When applying stain or topcoat, make sure the working area is well ventilated.
2. Keep away from heat and flame as the stain and topcoat are combustible.
3. The stain and topcoat may cause skin and eye irritation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
4. Keep out reach of children.

FIRST AID
1. If swallowed, wipe out mouth and give 1-2 glasses of water. Call physician or poison center immediately.
2. In case of eye contact, immediately flush eyes with water at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation develops and persists.
3. For skin contact, wash thoroughly with mild soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation develops and persists.
4. If affected by inhalation, immediately move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, call physician.
When using stains, mineral spirits, paints, or other hazardous materials always read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Always ensure that the work area is well ventilated, clear of obstructions, and away from open flame, heat or source of spark. Streuli Sales, Inc. makes no representations as to the proper use of other manufacturer’s products