Three coats later it gleamed like aged mahogany.
Refinishing my wood front door.
By mid after noon the door was ready for its new finish.
Drill brushes and floor sander.
Remove door hardware photo by kit latham.
This will make it easier to complete the project and ensure an even application of all your materials.
It s just so beautiful how to refinish a wood door 1.
But i promise that this is not a boring topic.
How to refinish a hardwood floor refinishing hardwood floors can be a tough yet rewarding task.
Gloves to protect your hands from the tsp and stain.
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.
Open your door wide enough to be able to apply the finish to every spot.
To begin to refinish a wood door you will need to remove it from the exterior door frame.
Mineral spirits to clean the brush.
Sun wind and rain all cause the finish to deteriorate and wood to crack.
A beautifully restored door can make all the difference in the look of your whole house.
And no this is not a sponsored post in any way shape or form it is simply me sharing my enthusiasm with you.
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.
However years of exposure to sunlight rain snow and frost can significantly damage an exterior wood door and leave it looking worn out.
Follow along as we refinish this dated dull entry door and give it new hardware.
A high performance oil based varnish to highlight the wood s rich color and grain.
With regular maintenance your wood door can last for decades.
A wood front door is a great feature when it comes to your home s curb appeal.
Use these step by step instructions to replace plexiglass installed in a front door with beveled art glass.
How often you need to refinish the door depends upon the quality of the original stain.
I put a chair behind my door to keep it from moving while i.
You might think that a post about refinishing a door is boring.
Stained exterior wood doors require frequent refinishing due to sun exposure dampness and inclement weather.
A wood entry door takes a lot of abuse from the elements.