When we meet with a customer to start a door refinishing project we always review everything in detail. This includes taking a close look at the door, hardware, frame, weatherseal and so on. For wood doors it’s not at all uncommon for some of the veneer to have begun to peel away from the core,…
Read MoreWood doors, just like your car, need regular maintenance. You wouldn’t think of foregoing basic maintenance on your car; change the oil, check tire pressure, get it tuned-up, keep your tires in good shape and so on. Well, your front door also needs regular maintenance to prolong its life. If your wood entrance door goes…
Read MoreWhile winter brings the holidays, sweaters and scarves, and cozy nights curled up by the fire, this blustery season also brings harsh conditions that can wear at the exterior of your home. That’s why it’s so important to ensure your home is prepared to weather the winter season in an environmentally conscious manner. So we…
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Ever notice light coming through a crack in a panel of your front door? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Wood doors with panels are prone to crack. If you have one-piece panels the crack may go all the way through, that’s when you see the light peeking through. If you’re lucky your panels are 2-piece…
Read MoreHinges – now that’s exciting How do you spell THRILLING – I’ll bet it’s H-I-N-G-E-S! Now we’re talking. Of all the front door restoration and refinishing questions we get, hinges is one of them. So, with all the interest and excitement surrounding hinges why not blog about them? Believe it or not, hinges are really…
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