Maintenance Free Frames
For frames made with High Performance (HP®) material.
INSTRUCTIONS
Finishing
Our maintenance-free High Performance (HP) material does not require painting or staining.
If you choose to paint this frame
1. For increased paint adhesion use adhesion promoting primer made for use with polypropylene. Available from ODL in spray cans; use part number 17061000.
2. Finish with an exterior grade acrylic latex paint. CAUTION - Apply paint in a well-ventilated area and follow all paint manufacturer's cautions, warnings and instructions.
Equivalent Primers
Other acceptable primers available through national distributors are:
PPG SXA 1050 plastic adhesion promoter
BASF R-M AM 865 plastic adhesion promoter
Sherwin Williams UPO 7226 Automotive Finishes Adhesion Promoter - clear plastic adhesion promoter
Maintenance-free frames
If you aren't sure whether your frame is maintenance-free, scan the QR code on the back of the ODL label on your doorlight. If the label has been removed, here are the frames that use these finishing instructions:
Standard
Evolve®
Craftsman
Other frame finishing instructions
Paint or Stain
For frames made with FiberPRO®, FiberMate® and FiberMate Plus® materials.
Severe Weather
For aluminum impact-rated frames.
PVC
For frames made with plastic/vinyl material.