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KraftMaid selects only the finest oak, cherry, hickory, maple, birch and pine. All surfaces are progressively sanded smooth starting with #120 grit sandpaper and finishing with #200 grit sandpaper.

After sanding, surfaces are vacuumed to eliminate all dust particles.

B
Equalizer stains are simultaneously applied to balance the base color of the wood.

C
Toner is then applied to establish consistent color uniformity.

D
A deep penetrating stain is hand-applied to reveal the hidden beauty of the grain.

All stain surfaces are then evenly hand-rubbed and wiped clean of excess stain.

To complete the old-world technique of hand staining, the product is slowly air-dried.

Flyspeck distressing is hand-applied for selected finishes.

KraftMaid's DuraKraft finish is one of the finest wood finishes available! A combination of clear resin chemistry and ultraviolet screen inhibitors provides a custom finish that extends the original color and clarity while standing up to everyday wear in the kitchen and bath.

E
KraftMaid's specially formulated high-solids wood sealer is pressure applied, penetrating all exposed wood surfaces for uniform protection.

Sealed product is placed in specially designed high-temperature ovens to ensure a complete, thorough cure.

All surfaces are again hand-sanded, providing a smooth, consistent surface to accept the top coat.

F
The environmentally safe DuraKraft catalyzed top coat is applied. Specially formulated to include a combination of clear resin chemistry and ultraviolet screen inhibitors, this custom finish provides maximum resistance to scuffing, dents, moisture, UV fade and household chemicals or agents.

Top-coated product is cured in a 150-degree oven, creating a baked-on, full-bodied, smooth surface, comparable to high-baked finishes generally applied to automobiles and major household appliances.

Before shipping, each cabinet is inspected and hand polished with our specially formulated KraftMaid brand polish, assuring a finished product of the quality that KraftMaid expects and our customers demand.