How to Stain Marvin Infinity Windows
Doing your own home improvement projects can save you money and add a personal accent to your home's interior. If you have Marvin Infinity Windows with the EverWood ® interior finish, you can stain them like wood. Although staining requires patience and attention to detail, it can yield great results.
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Things You'll Need
- Masking tape
- Gel Stain in a color of your choice
- Bristle brush (preferred), foam applicator or cloth
- Clear protective finish such as polyurethane
- Protective gloves
Instructions
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Apply masking tape to the edges of the window's glass. This will provide protection from stain for surrounding surfaces.
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Stir the gel stain thoroughly.
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Spread a thin, even coat over the window's surface. Smooth out any uneven spots before moving on to a new section of the window. Be sure the final strokes follow the direction of the window's grain.
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Allow the window to dry for approximately six to eight hours. Room temperature will affect drying rate.
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Apply another coat for a darker color, and allow it to dry for another six to eight hours.
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Apply a clear protective finish such as polyurethane. Be sure the final strokes follow the direction of the window's grain.
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Remove the masking tape from window's glass after the polyurethane is completely dry.
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Tips & Warnings
Stains come in many types, including gel, liquid and wipe. Stains provide the color for your window, and a clear finish provides protection. Home Depot recommends using gel stain for fiberglasss windows such as EverWood®, followed by a polyurethane.
Check with the stain manufacturer for recommended room temperatures.
Provide good lighting to your work area so you can notice any runs, drips or missed spots.
Stir the stain occasionally while you are working.
To keep your window looking beautiful, apply a new coat of protective clear finish every one to two years.
There is no need to sand fiberglass windows either before beginning the project or between coats.
"Stirred, not shaken" is good advice to follow when mixing your stain. Shaking adds bubbles that can mar the stain's finish, and stain that hasn't been properly stirred can result in an uneven finish.
To avoid sticking, keep the window open during the drying process.
Be safe. Wear protective gloves, and ensure that you have adequate ventilation.
References
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