Meaning & use
Prefinished
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Manufactured with a finish, such as paint, stain, or coating, already applied before installation.
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The contractor installed prefinished hardwood flooring to save time on site.
Prefinished cabinets arrived ready to mount, with no need for additional sanding or staining.
A note on using this word
Common in construction and woodworking, where it saves labor compared to finishing materials on-site.
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