How to Keep Your Interior Doors Looking Brand New (Without Losing Your Mind) Let’s face it – your doors are the first thing guests see when they walk in. They can be a stunning focal point or a total eyesore if neglected or outdated. Don’t worry, We have you covered with some no BS advice on keeping those doors in tip-top shape.
Whether you’ve got stain-grade or paint-grade doors, We’ve got the tips that’ll keep them looking gorgeous.
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Stain-Grade Doors: Keep That Wood Juicy and Happy Stain-grade doors are the natural beauties of your home, so treat them like royalty. Dust regularly with a soft cloth – no abrasive scrub brushes or harsh chemicals.
When it’s time for a deeper clean, use a damp cloth with a mild cleaning solution used for wood floors.
Avoid soaking the wood or using dish soap – the solvents in dish soap are great for getting the grease from your favorite pan, but those same solvents will strip the natural oils from your finish, causing it to become dull and prematurely flake off! Done right, your stain grade interior door will always glow brighter than the future that your 2nd grade teacher promised.
Pro Tip: Reapply a little furniture oil every year or so to keep that wood nourished and prevent it from looking dull or dry.
Paint-Grade Doors: Keep That Fresh Look Intact Paint grade interior doors can sometimes be a little more high-maintenance, but hey, you’re not afraid of a little TLC are you? Dust often so you don’t scratch that fresh paintwork. Clean with a gentle, non-abrasive cleaner – no harsh chemicals allowed, or you might end up with a faded sheen and no paint! If smudges or fingerprints pop up, wipe them gently with a soft cloth.
Pro Tip: Want to keep that paint looking perfect? Touch up chips or scratches with a bit of leftover paint. Bonus: a quick swipe with one of those erasers that claim to be “magic” can work wonders.
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