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If we compare doors with other furniture in the house, we tend to forget them. Although it does not look like it, it also fills with dust, gets dirty and needs maintenance to remain preserved. The entrance house door is the first “welcome” for everyone who comes to our place. The internal doors, that divide the rooms, help us to have privacy and to maintain the ambient temperature. In order for none of them to get away from the decoration or care of the rest of the house, it is necessary to maintain them well. Learn how to take care of your doors here!

It is not effective choosing beautiful doors if the caring of them is not taken properly. With periodic maintenance, it is possible to maintain a good appearance and durability of the doors for a long long time.

Wood Doors

Strong and secure, they offer unlimited design flexibility along with solid good looks. The entrance door is the first thing we grab when we arrive and the last thing we touch when we leave. So, it’s very important and it’s easy to understand why many of us still like our doors to be made of wood. No other material produces a feeling of coziness like wood.

• Pre-finished Doors: If you want to buy pre-finished doors, find out with which stain, oil, wax or varnish the door has been treated. For this, you can check the manufacturer’s documentation. You can also ask the seller or the manufacturer. Also, ask the vendor if they can provide the products for door maintenance and care.
• Unfinished Doors: For unfinished doors, there are many finishing possibilities beyond the door style. And there is a huge variety of wood finish products for use in light and colored doors, including varnishes, wood oils, waxes and stains.

How to protect and maintain wood doors

A well-maintained wooden door should last for many years, and will contribute to the decor and beauty of the house. For example, a well-maintained and clean front door will create a great first impression for the people who come to your house, and it is also a way of adding value to the property. Also, a well-kept door provides comfort and security for the residents, improving a quality of life.

The worst enemies of the doors are the humidity, the intense sunlight and the damages caused by wind or dirt. All these will degrade the finish of the door. And if you do not repair in a timely manner, the underlying wood can also be damaged. Cracks in the finish, peeling paint, bubbles, raised wood grain or dark streaks appearing in the finish… if you identify any of those problems, then you should take measures to repair the finish as quickly as possible. The sooner you treat the problem, the longer your door will last.

Interior Doors

 House doors (indoor and outdoor) must withstand day-to-day knocks, bumps, scratches, greasy hand prints, pet dirt, etc. This happens every day of the year and the doors are still expected to support and “survive” beautiful. So it is important to take care of them properly.

Daily Care

Daily care will depend on the type of finish and the wood in which the doors were made. Usually maintenance is easy and inexpensive! To preserve the door as if it were new, dust should be wiped with a duster or soft cloth, through the entire door. The top and sides of the door frame must also be cleaned.

In the varnished doors, a cloth dampened with oil-based soap should be wiped, always cleaning in the wood shaft. Then, with a dry cloth, is necessary to remove any excess product residue. For painted doors (especially white ones), it is best to use a household neutral product diluted with water, which should be passed through the door surface with a sponge.

Internal doors should not be wet under any circumstances. To clean the floor near the doors, use only a damp cloth. Never throw water in the areas near the doors, this will accelerate the wear and can cause big damage to the items. Hinges and locks are important items on wooden doors, and should be lubricated periodically. Take care that excess oil does not run into the wood causing stains!

Exterior Doors

Exterior wood doors will suffer from weather damage more quickly than interior doors that are covered by the house. This means that you should inspect them more regularly. Performing an inspection of all six sides of the door at least once a year. Do not be lazy to keep your doors clean. Clean them whenever there are signs of dirt or stains. Make sure also to clean seasonal sheets when they start to accumulate in your garden, as cleaning the environment helps to keep the doors clean.