Twelve Steps To The Perfect Finish
From wood selection through final inspection, our exclusive 12-step finishing process combines state-of-the-art technology and the personal touch of human hands for the best of both worlds.
1. Wood Selection
1. Wood Selection
The selection of the finest woods including oak, maple, cherry and hickory is the essential first step in Schrock’s 12-step finishing process.2. Sanded to Perfection
2. Sanded to Perfection
Our progressive sanding utilizes an ultra fine grit paper, both with and against the wood grain. This process is completed on a vacuum table, allowing for a perfect, satiny wood surface that is free of all dust particles.3. Achieving Natural Wood Tone
3. Achieving Natural Wood Tone
Toner is applied to selective door styles, enhancing the naturalistic wood appearance.4. Stain Application
4. Stain Application
An environmentally safe stain is evenly applied to all surfaces. This deep penetrating stain is hand-sprayed to ensure even coverage on all profiles. The staining of the wood is reviewed, eliminating any finishing imperfections.5. Removal of Excess Stain
5. Removal of Excess Stain
The wood is hand-wiped to remove excess stain, emphasizing the cabinet’s natural wood grain. Each piece is inspected with care to meet our standards for beauty and quality.6. Catalyzed Sealer
6. Catalyzed Sealer
A tough, non-yellowing, catalyzed sealer is hand-sprayed onto the wood to protect the grain from moisture.7. Hand-Sanded
7. Hand-Sanded
To ensure an ultra-smooth finish, we hand-sand the material one last time.8. Drying Process
8. Drying Process
For added durability, the sealed wood is either dried with open air or oven cured (depending on the style) to lock in the beauty of wood.9. Dust Removal
9. Dust Removal
A jet blower removes the majority of the loose dust particles from the surface of the wood. The wood is hand-wiped a final time using a “tacky” hand towel to remove all traces of dust particles prior to the varnishing stage.10. Catalyzed Varnish
10. Catalyzed Varnish
A premium quality catalyzed varnish is applied.11. Oven Cured
11. Oven Cured
A varnish to protect the wood against yellowing is oven cured at temperatures up to 180°.12. Final Inspection
12. Final Inspection
This last inspection is very thorough with attention to every detail, ensuring quality and beauty.We put our finishes to the test
Our oven-cured, catalyzed varnish is not only beautiful, it’s remarkably strong and resistant, withstanding the stress of everyday wear with impressive durability.
Legend
Unaffected
Superficial
Moderate
Considerable
Household Chemical Tested
Gasoline
Water
Alcohol (70% Isopropyl)
Fingernail Polish Remover
Acetone
Moth Spray
Fly Spray
Household Soaps
Soapless Detergent
Tri-Sodium Phosphate
Olive Oil
Household Ammonia
Coffee
Citric Acid Solution
Mustard
Wax Crayon
6.6% Urea
Shoe Polish
Tea
Beet Juice
Vinegar
Bluing
Dye
Ink (Washable)
Mercurochrome Solution
5% Phenol Solution
The Kitchenland Guarantee
“My grandpa Schrock started making cabinets almost a hundred years ago. He wouldn’t be surprised in the least if many of his cabinets were still alive and kicking today (most are). In fact he’d be surprised if they weren’t. I feel the same way about every kitchen, cabinet and drawer we install. Stuff like this is supposed to last. So, as a matter of course, we warranty everything we touch here at Kitchenland – nearly all of it for life. Just don’t be surprised if you never use that warranty. I won’t be.”
— Brad Schrock, Owner & Founder
