Paint Curing and Door Gasket

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Moose032

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Feb 10, 2026
19
Pennsylvania
I’m going to be burning the first fire in my new Princess soon and I have been a little concerned about the door gasket sticking to the curing paint during this initial burn.

I was wondering if I could periodically open the bypass and open the door every 15 to 20 minutes to prevent this or if it’s a not really going to be an issue that I should be concerned with.
 
I wouldn't worry about it. Just let it cure. Maybe opening the door with the paint half cured pulls it off more than just leaving it as everyone is doing.
 
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