What is the difference between Artisan stain-grade and paint-grade doors?
A stain-grade door by Artisan is assembled using solid clear Spanish Cedar on the entire exterior face of the door. Unlike other manufacturers who may use plywood-based materials for stain purposes, resulting in de-lamination and failure, Artisan offers genuine stain-grade products made from solid woods to create the best overall value in terms of beauty and performance. A paint-grade door has materials suitable only for paint finishes, and thus cannot be stained. 6. If I order a stain-grade door, can a paint finish be applied? Yes. Clear Spanish Cedar has excellent finishing qualities, and therefore can be stained or painted. 7. Why does Artisan use Clear Spanish Cedar? Clear Spanish Cedar is a hardwood that is remarkably similar to mahogany in terms of strength and beauty. It has has excellent woodworking and finishing qualities. Other benefits of Clear Spanish Cedar are its natural resistance to insects and decay, which make it an exceptional outdoor wood. 8. How do I stain or paint
