Q: How do I install the cabinet?
A: Mounting to the wall: These cabinets are designed to mount to the vehicle's wall. You can measure and mark a section of solid wall truss/beam behind the cabinet to approximate before shooting a screw or rivet nut into the wall. We recommend a minimum of three rivet nuts or five self-tapping screws to hold the cabinet in place.
Sealing the butcher block: This is commonly done using mineral oil, butcher block oil, or a food-grade finish. This butcher block arrives unfinished, so seal it before use.
Q: How do I apply, paint, stain, or sealer?
A: Painting - Lightly scuff the entire cabinet surface that you plan on coating with 120-180 grit sandpaper.
Apply 2-3 coats of primer before applying your main coat.
Always apply a finish when you're happy with the paint for a long-lasting appearance.
Staining - Sand the surface on all faces with sandpaper traveling with the grain of the wood.
Apply stain very cautiously to a section of the cabinet that will not be visible to gauge the volume and pressure you need to achieve the look you want.
Apply the stain evenly with a rag, sponge, or spray gun until all surfaces are coated.
Please note that overlapping surfaces may make the stain darker on the overlapped areas.
Always apply a finish when you're happy with the stain for a long-lasting appearance.
For Butcher Blocks and Slabs
For most units, Phillips head screws hold the butcher block to the cabinet base that must be removed.
If staining, sand the butcher block thoroughly with 120-180 grit sandpaper.
Apply a sample on the underside of the butcher block to find a volume and pressure that achieves the color you'd like.
Apply the stain evenly with a rag, sponge, or spray gun until all surfaces are coated.
Please note that overlapping surfaces may make the stain darker on the overlapped areas.
Always apply a food-grade finish when you're happy with the stain for a long-lasting appearance.
If sealing with oil or wax, make sure the oil or wax is food grade and apply evenly with a soft rag or sponge.
Allow to dry and re-coat one or two more times.