Refinishing My Wood Front Door
Sun wind and rain all cause the finish to deteriorate and wood to crack.
Refinishing my wood front door. Three coats later it gleamed like aged mahogany. Stained exterior wood doors require frequent refinishing due to sun exposure dampness and inclement weather. I can t believe it s the same door said chase. Follow along as we refinish this dated dull entry door and give it new hardware.
It s just so beautiful how to refinish a wood door 1. However years of exposure to sunlight rain snow and frost can significantly damage an exterior wood door and leave it looking worn out. You might think that a post about refinishing a door is boring. Drill brushes and floor sander.
How often you need to refinish the door depends upon the quality of the original stain. How to refinish a hardwood floor refinishing hardwood floors can be a tough yet rewarding task. And no this is not a sponsored post in any way shape or form it is simply me sharing my enthusiasm with you. A clean rag and wood cleaner like tsp or my diy wood cleaner.
With regular maintenance your wood door can last for decades. Use these step by step instructions to replace plexiglass installed in a front door with beveled art glass. Open your door wide enough to be able to apply the finish to every spot. I put a chair behind my door to keep it from moving while i.
How to restain a front door. Gloves to protect your hands from the tsp and stain. Using a technique i have developed over years of working with wood with some or a lot of sanding and stain several coats of clear finish and a touch of artistry i can restore your door to it s original beauty or better. A wood entry door takes a lot of abuse from the elements.
This will make it easier to complete the project and ensure an even application of all your materials. A wood front door is a great feature when it comes to your home s curb appeal. A beautifully restored door can make all the difference in the look of your whole house. Remove door hardware photo by kit latham.
Instead this post is super exciting and about a product that has changed my life well my front door s life at least and made my home s entrance look amazing. By mid after noon the door was ready for its new finish. A high performance oil based varnish to highlight the wood s rich color and grain.