How to repair a door: a guide from Doors Plus

A hole in a door can be the result of a small (or large) accident. But before you think about replacing it for good, take some time and learn how to repair it. It will only take a few minutes and you'll be saving a lot of money on top of it. How to repair a door? Here is a guide from Door Plus, a leading company in the market in Australia. It was created in 1989 and its first store was located in Punchbowl NSW. Over time, it began to expand and opened branches in Adelaide, Melbourne, Canberra, Wollongong, Campbelltown and Sydney.

Step 1 Mix the repair putty: with the help of the cutter included in the package, cut a piece of the repair putty and knead until a uniform color is obtained.

Step 2 Clean the surface: to ensure better adhesion, clean the surface of the door with a cloth.

Step 3 Apply the product: fill and rebuild the affected area. Don’t worry if there is excess product on the surface, as you can sand it off afterwards. Remember that the product reaches its maximum strength after 24 hours.

Step 4 Sand it: sand off excess product to achieve a smooth surface. When dry, it becomes completely white.

Step 5 You're done: You know how to fix a hole in a door. Now find out what other quick repairs you can do in your home in less than 10 minutes.

How to restore a door

Also in a few simple steps, we will explain it to you. You don't need to be an expert. Just pay a little attention. 1: remove all the hardware from the door using a screwdriver to do a better job. 2: in the areas with recesses or decorations in the wood, use the sander to easily reach all the shapes in the wood. 3: clean the surface well and apply a protective treatment against insects and fungi and let it dry. 4: sand if necessary and apply a first coat of varnish, preferably matte, on the entire surface of the sheet. Apply at least two coats. 5: another option is to apply a wood protector that incorporates color. There are many possibilities. Apply with a small roller and brushes for curves and corners. The passage of time, the action of the sun or humidity cause wooden doors to deteriorate and lose their original appearance. Although the nobility and quality of the wood is present throughout the life of the door, it is true that it requires certain care.

When restoring old wooden doors, avoid doing it outdoors so that the wind or the sun does not affect the condition of the wood. Also use quality products that allow the wood to breathe and contribute to extend the life of your door.

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