{"id":419,"date":"2009-05-20T10:05:07","date_gmt":"2009-05-20T14:05:07","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.artisansofthevalley.com\/blog\/?p=419"},"modified":"2009-05-20T10:05:07","modified_gmt":"2009-05-20T14:05:07","slug":"mohawk-technical-news-flash-5-8-2009-artisans-reblog","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.artisansofthevalley.com\/blog\/mohawk-technical-news-flash-5-8-2009-artisans-reblog\/","title":{"rendered":"Mohawk Technical News Flash May 8th, 2009 – An offical “Artisans’ Reblogging”"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"mohawk_logo\"<\/a>The power wielded by a blog as important as ours should not be taken lightly and we did promise to do more with it than simply promote ourselves. We certainly did not promise we\u2019d handle the task of providing technical and other useful information to others ourselves, actually \u2013 if I remember right we planned on just the opposite. By inviting guest bloggers, re-blogging, or otherwise creatively attracting material to our blog we can provide our followers more content. <\/span><\/p>\n

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We\u2019re kicking off with four technical Tips on the use of Mohawk\u2019s<\/span><\/a> new Waterborne (Greenguard<\/span><\/a>) finishing products. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Artisans (Eric & Teri) are both Mohawk Certified Technicians \u2013 each with experience in performing furniture repair and touchup procedures. We\u2019re in the process of testing out some of these new waterborne stains and finishes now, and we\u2019ll be reporting our own findings and techniques directly back to Mohawk, then to\u00a0all of you, through our newsletter and our blog.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u00a0<\/span>Technical News Flash<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Mohawk Finishing Products<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n

Waterborne Product Line<\/span><\/h1>\n

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Original Release by Mohawk was on\u00a0May 8, 2009<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Tip 1: <\/span><\/strong>Spray the sealer or first coat of the Waterborne Pre-Catalyzed product on as a light wet coat.\u00a0 <\/span>This may look hungry and need more material but you will find that it dries faster and sands smooth, which creates a very nice base for additional coats.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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You will have much better results by applying a lighter seal coat or first coat.\u00a0 <\/span>After that, apply the subsequent coats in medium wet coats.<\/span><\/p>\n

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It is very tempting to apply a heavy wet coat because you can but it can cause poor results.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Tip 2: <\/span><\/strong>For best results using the Waterborne Dye Stains, always dilute the stain with the Waterborne Dye Stain Reducer\/Base by at least 40%.<\/span><\/p>\n

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This will give you much more control of the color and the best results.\u00a0 <\/span>I like to demo the stain by letting the customer spray straight from the bottle on one side of a panel, then dilute it and let them spray the other side.<\/span><\/p>\n

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They will see immediately how much more control and how much cleaner the end results are.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Tip 3: <\/span><\/strong>Use a chiseled foam brush when applying the Waterborne Glaze to leave accent color around profiles, carvings or shapes.\u00a0 <\/span>It makes it much easier to get into corners and crevices.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The foam brushes also work very well to apply the Waterborne Wiping Stains as well.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Tip 4: <\/span><\/strong>Use the Waterborne Dye Stain Reducer\/Base as a wood conditioner prior to adding a Waterborne Wiping Stain.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Spray, brush or use a cloth to apply the Waterborne Dye Stain Reducer\/Base.\u00a0 <\/span>Wipe off the excess with a clean rag and then apply the wiping stain.<\/span><\/p>\n

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You should find the wiping stain much easier to apply and wipe clean.\u00a0 <\/span>It also helps reduce end grain going darker.<\/span><\/p>\n

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About Mohawk, an RPM Company<\/span><\/a> \u2026 (reprinted from www.mohawkfinishing.com<\/span><\/a>) <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Our industry is one of the most rapidly changing industries in America.\u00a0 New techniques in manufacturing, modern color variations, synthetic materials, and new chemical treatments, have all contributed to the complex changes the industry is experiencing. \u00a0 Old methods of staining and shading as well as old finishing techniques, are being superseded by new methods which must cope with modern and varying standards.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Mohawk is proud that, in the face of these changes, it has not only kept abreast but also anticipated many of these changes. \u00a0 Our research department is constantly experimenting and testing new methods and devices. \u00a0 Recent developments have vastly improved Touch-Up Markers, Fillers, Epoxy Adhesives and a complete line of Kits and repair products for wood, leather and vinyl.\u00a0 Our Tone Finish\u00ae aerosol products haven been an invaluable tool for the finisher.\u00a0 We have also done everything possible to keep up with regulatory issues.\u00a0 Glance through the hardware section, the most complete line of its kind, designed exclusively with the service technician in mind.<\/span><\/p>\n

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This web site, which includes finishing and touch-up tips, as well as a complete listing of our products and hardware, is designed to assist the Technician as much as possible.\u00a0 We are confident that it will aid in selecting the proper materials as each item has a brief explanation.<\/span><\/p>\n

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With our modern laboratory facilities, we are in a position to formulate and furnish you with almost any desired item and any special shade and color.\u00a0 We are always ready to help with whatever finish, patching or repairing difficulties you have. \u00a0 Write or e-mail us explaining your problems and we will do our utmost to assist you<\/span><\/p>\n

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