Installation Guide

For the fronts and panels in our wood collection, the finishing products used require a drying time of 30 days to achieve complete hardening. This time is essential to ensure the product's strength, durability, and appearance. The finishing process involves the application of multiple layers of lacquer, all of which need to dry properly to create a solid and resistant protective coating.

During this drying period, the solvents in the lacquer evaporate, allowing the binders to harden and complete polymerization. In other words, during this process, the lacquer transforms into a solid protective layer to preserve the beauty and quality of the wood. If a front is mishandled or exposed to unfavourable conditions before the end of the drying period, the quality of the finish could be compromised.

Handling the products with care upon receiving them is possible, as they will have left the finishing workshop for a few days. After one day of drying, the finish will reach 80% of its final strength. Curing time will not be complete when you receive your products. Therefore, handling and installing them with caution and precision is important.

For the fronts and panels in our lacquered HDF collection, the finishing products used require a drying time of 30 days to achieve complete hardening. This time is essential to ensure the product's strength, durability, and appearance. The lacquering process involves the application of multiple layers of paint and lacquer, all of which need to dry properly to create a solid and resistant protective coating.

During this drying period, the solvents in the lacquer evaporate, allowing the binders to harden and complete polymerization. In other words, during this process, the lacquer transforms into a solid protective layer to preserve the characteristics of the coloured lacquer. If a front is used or exposed to unfavourable conditions before the end of the drying period, the quality of the finish could be compromised.

That being said, handling the products with care upon receiving them is possible, as they will have already left the finishing workshop for a few days. After one day (24 hours) of drying, the finish will have reached 80% of its final strength. However, it is important to note that the curing of the finish will not be complete when you receive your products. Therefore, handling and installing them with caution and precision is important.

Our polymer fronts are ready to be installed from the moment you receive them. Despite their enhanced scratch resistance compared to our wood or lacquer fronts, it is important to handle and install them with care and precision

Maintaining wood fronts is relatively simple. Here are some maintenance tips:

Daily Cleaning

• Regularly clean the fronts and panels with a soft, damp cloth to remove dust and dirt.

• If persistent stains occur, use a mild cleaner designed for lacquered surfaces. Apply the product to a soft cloth and gently rub the stain until it disappears. Then, wipe the door with a clean, damp cloth to remove any residue from the cleaner.

Precautions to Take

• Avoid using abrasive products or rough sponges, as they can damage the finish.

• Avoid using strong solvents or aggressive chemicals, as they can damage the finish. If you're unsure about a product, test it first on a small, inconspicuous area of the front.

• If the front has scratches or minor damage, try to repair them using the provided touch-up pen.

Maintaining lacquered fronts is relatively simple. Here are some maintenance tips:

Daily Cleaning

• Regularly clean the fronts and panels with a soft, damp cloth to remove dust and dirt.

• If persistent stains occur, use a mild cleaner specifically designed for lacquered surfaces. Apply the product to a soft cloth and gently rub the stain until it disappears. Then, wipe the door with a clean, damp cloth to remove any residue from the cleaner.

Precautions to Take

• Do not use abrasive products or rough sponges, as they can damage the lacquer.

• Do not use strong solvents or aggressive chemicals, as they can damage the lacquer. If you're unsure about a product, test it first on a small, inconspicuous area of the front.

• If the front has scratches or minor damage, try to repair them using the provided touch-up pot.

Maintaining polymer fronts is relatively simple. Here are some maintenance tips:

Daily Cleaning

Regularly clean polymer fronts and panels with a soft, damp cloth to remove dust and dirt.

For persistent stains, use a gentle cleaner specifically designed for polymer surfaces. Apply the cleaner to a soft cloth and gently rub the stain until it disappears. Then, wipe the door with a clean, damp cloth to remove any cleaner residue.

Precautions to Take

Do not use abrasive products or rough sponges, as they can damage the polymer.

Avoid strong solvents or harsh chemicals, as they can harm the polymer. If in doubt about a product, first test it on a small, inconspicuous area of the front.

Dekton surfaces resist stains, scratches, impacts, and high temperatures from hot objects. They are also unaffected by UV rays. Their almost zero porosity makes them very easy to maintain.

Daily Cleaning

• Simply clean with mild soap and a clean microfiber cloth, then wipe the surface dry.

• Clean any spills immediately.

Silestone quartz surfaces are highly resistant to stains because their composition prevents stains from penetrating the surface, making daily maintenance easier and faster.

Daily Cleaning

• Simply clean with a mild soap or diluted dish detergent (such as Dawn) and water using a clean microfiber cloth, then wipe the surface dry.

• Clean any spills immediately to prevent permanent damage.

Precautions to Take

• Do not use cleaning products containing vinegar, bleach, ammonia, or bathroom cleaners, as they are too acidic.

• Do not use abrasive products like Vim.

• Use coasters, especially for alcoholic beverages or citrus juice.

• Use trivets for placing hot dishes.

• Do not use slow cookers or other heating appliances directly on the surface.

IMPORTANT

LEATHER, ANTIQUE, MAT, or SUEDE finishes require additional daily maintenance and care compared to polished quartz surfaces.

Dirt, metal marks, fingerprints, scratches, and other normal daily interactions will be more noticeable on these finishes.

These finishes are susceptible to hard physical impacts and friction with other solid objects, which can cause damage to the quartz.

Natural stone is considered one of the highest-quality surfacing materials, but it requires more cleaning and maintenance than surfaces like Silestone quartz and Dekton.

Daily Cleaning

• Simply clean with mild soap and a clean microfiber cloth, then wipe the surface dry.

• Clean any spills immediately.

Precautions to Take

• Seal the surface once to three times a year. Darker colours, like black, can be treated every 8 to 12 months, while lighter colours should be treated every 4 to 6 months.

• Do not use scrubbing sponges or other abrasive metal tools, as they can scratch the surface.

• Do not use cleaning products containing vinegar, bleach, ammonia, bathroom, grout, or tile cleaners, as they are too acidic.

• Do not use abrasive products like Vim.