1prepare the surface and the work space.
Cleaning stained wood doors.
Don t assume that tired woodwork has to be stripped and refinished.
Here s our recommended method for cleaning stained wood doors.
Open the front door and lay some wood blocks under the bottom edge in order to help support the door.
Scrub with soap and warm water.
Here are his recommendations for cleaning woodwork properly.
Also be sure to clean the top of the door frame.
When cleaning your wood doors with water or other liquid cleaners make sure you let the wood dry thoroughly.
For general maintenance wipe varnished wood with a soft dry cloth to remove dust.
Spray the mixture on the door frame.
Wipe any excess moisture off with a clean towel.
Clean the surface free of dirt with soapy water and dry with a cloth or paper towels.
Steps to clean the wood.
If there are sticky or other harder to remove spots wipe the spot away with a moist cloth then immediately follow with a dry cloth.
Solid wood doors are extremely heavy so you ll need some help for this step.
The first thing you ll need to do is remove the door from its hinges.
Choose the best oil for wood doors.
Sometimes a good cleaning is all it takes to bring it back to life says wood finisher john thomas.
If working outdoors avoid strong winds or direct sunlight.
Do not allow extended contact with wet cloths.
Wipe the dirt dust and fingerprints from the door frame using a soft cloth.
On this weekend workbench segment blake sloane of the rebuilding exchange helps ryan restore a sad old door without sanding stripping or any hard chemical.
You can also point a box fan at the wood door to help it dry more quickly.
Wood stain remover can have strong fumes so work in a well ventilated area or outdoors if possible.
Wipe the stained wood area to be cleaned with a dry clean cloth to ensure the surface is free of dust and loose dirt.
Remove the hinges by taping the pins upwards with the help of a flat head screwdriver.
Use only a small amount of the solution.
For the best exterior wood door maintenance clean it once a week and for metal and fiberglass doors clean at least once monthly.
If the wood isn t sealed properly the moisture could cause the wood to warp or stain over time.