Thank you for purchasing SMartGRAINTM.  
These hints and tips for use will help you make the best possible use of our products.

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 Preparation and Storage
 Keep the surface of the veneer clean and free from dirt and oils. For printing, use the 
single sheet loading procedure.  Test the feeding by loading and ejecting a sheet to 
check for any feeding problems.  Be sure to set your printer for the maximum material
 thickness possible (often the card stock or envelope setting). Try to keep your printer's
 rollers clean, and make sure the edges of the veneer have not been damaged during
 transport.  It helps to store the veneer in plastic, under a stack of books or other 
similar weight.
 Printing on SMartGRAINTM 
 We recommend printing a small two-inch square image on a part of the veneer
to enable you to adjust the color, brightness, contrast and any other adjustments
 of your image before moving to full-scale printing. Repeat until the desired results
 are achieved.  Remember that you are printing on a material that is not white, so
 some color changes may be needed to obtain the desired results.  Colors and 
transparency can be manipulated to achieve very interesting and attractive results. 
 Use your printer's most detailed image settings. You should also use the ink settings
 that apply the least amount of ink. If you are unsure, consult your printer owner's 
manual. Your Authorized Dealer can also provide support in this area as well. 

 Securing the Image
 Once the desired image has been successfully printed, the material should 
be handled with care, and allowed to fully dry.  A spray finish must be used 
to protect the printed veneer. A number of spray finishes have been successfully 
used for this purpose, but again we recommend testing a small portion before 
broad application. Make sure the finish is thoroughly dry before proceeding. 
Self-adhesive laminate material available in office supply stores works well 
for a quick protective finish. Again we suggest a trial project.
 
 Attaching the Veneer to your Project
 Several methods can be used to attach the veneer to the target material.  
Almost any kind of wood glue or contact adhesive will work. Double-faced 
adhesive films also work very well but should NOT be used in conjunction 
with a solvent-based finish.  Use a clean sheet of paper to cover and protect the 
veneer while applying pressure to form a bond and follow the glue manufacturer's 
instructions.  One or two spray coats of finish should be applied before attaching 
the veneer to the target material or project, and more can be applied once the 
veneer is in place.  As always, a test project should be completed before attempting 
something on a larger scale.
 
 Promise of Quality 
We at Imaging Alternatives, Inc. (IAI) are proud to offer a product of the highest 
quality.  However, IAI is not responsible for the way in which our product is used 
once it leaves our hands.  This includes but is not limited to problems that may arise 
from the purchaser's use of, or skills with, printing equipment or software. Also, 
please understand that this veneer is a product of Mother Nature, and that 
undetected flaws may exist.

Please contact us with any questions you may have.
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For Retailer, OEM & Technical Information Contact
Dennis Brooker - Imaging Alternatives Inc.
Phone 641- 533 - 2103  email
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