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Interior Trim
As mentioned in the framing section, shrinkage will aff ect the interior wood
trim and you may notice that joints near the corners of windows, doors and
baseboards may open slightly. Minto will fi ll gaps that are reported as part
of your 30-Day or Year-End Inspection.
Railings, Caps and Mantles
Wood is a natural product. Various wood
types used in trim, cabinets and stairs
accept stains and fi nishes in a unique
fashion adding to their character and
appearance. With the natural factors
involved, stain may be absorbed intermittently,
producing varying degrees
of shades. These wood fi nishes should
be cared for in the same manner
as wood cabinets.
Cabinets
The cabinets that are installed in your kitchen or bathroom may be constructed
of wood or a laminated product. Wood cabinets are made from kiln-dried
material, but are subject to the natural process of shrinkage and expansion
due to the change of humidity levels within the home and proximity to steam
from kettles and pots.
Wood is a natural material and due to diff erent grain patterns and cell density,
stain absorption may result in varying colour and shades between doors and
other components. Similar to furniture, the fi nish on cupboards may fade over
several years, depending on exposure to sunlight.
Kitchen cabinets with a wood fi nish should be treated in the same way as
furniture. Abrasive products should not be used and Naphtha spray waxes are
not recommended, as their reaction to moisture will turn some fi nishes milky.
Warm water with mild detergent or soap is recommended. Splattered grease
should be wiped off immediately. Cabinets fi nished with a plastic laminate or
Thermoplastic should be cared for in the same manner as laminate countertops.
From time to time, cabinet doors may require adjusting due to a loosening of the
screws on the hinges. A screwdriver can be used to adjust and tighten the doors.
Prior to operating a stove or a cook top, the operators’ manual should be consulted.
Homeowners should take care when using heat producing appliances
below cabinets in order to minimize the possibility of damaging the cabinets
due to excessive heat. Gas stoves have been known to damage laminated
cupboards. Electric or gas range cook tops or appliance burners should not be
operated without being covered with a pot or pan. Equally important, the doors
of a stove or wall oven should not be left open for extended periods of time.