Touch-up of damaged wood surfaces
It is important to us that you remain delighted with your cabinetry. As careful as you may be, damage to a cabinet could eventually occur. A scratch or nick could become a permanent distraction in your cherished kitchen or bath. A simple touch-up procedure can often make these blemishes virtually disappear.
With the inevitable in mind, we have provided you with a touch-up kit designed for your specific cabinet color and style. Here are some hints to help you with minor repairs to a damaged surface.
Note: Substantial repairs should only be attempted by professional refinishers.
Repair of scratches and scrapes on wood with touch-up pen
• Buff the damaged area, as well as the surrounding area, with the provided Scotch-Brite pad to achieve a blend of surface sheen. Example: Scotch-Brite the entire vertical member. (Be sure to practice first in an inconspicuous area.)
• Shake the touch-up pen vigorously.
• Depress the pen’s felt tip on a piece of cardboard or scrap wood until the tip becomes saturated.
• Apply the touch-up liquid with light, even strokes, using your fingertip to blend.
• Allow to dry 1– 2 minutes; if desired, spray with Clear Coat (available from your local dealer), or any commercially available clear polyurethane spray. We recommend a semi-gloss (35-40 sheen).
Repair of scratches, nicks or frame gouges on wood with a soft fill stick
• Evaluate the damaged area—is it repairable? How much touch-up will be required? Is professional help required? Proceed only if confident of skill level.
• Apply the fill with an even back-and-forth motion to completely fill in the damaged area. (Hint: For easier application, you may soften the fill stick by carefully heating the end over a small flame.)
• Gently remove excess fill with a straightedge and dry cloth.
• Apply grain marks if necessary with the touch-up pen.
• If desired, spray with Clear Coat or clear, semi-gloss (35-40 sheen) polyurethane to seal.
Repairing wood door or drawer edge scrapes
• Apply touch-up in gentle, even strokes, not allowing the fluid to accumulate in any single area.
• If required, apply a grain pattern with a thin permanent marker to match the rest of the area.
• If desired, spray with Clear Coat or semi-gloss (35-40 sheen) polyurethane; allow to dry.