How to Finish Wooden DoorsFrom old to new, interior doors can be treated to bring out the character of the wood in a modern or traditionally rustic style. With a wide range of wood oils, waxes and varnishes, new or old doors can be transformed adding character and style to your home. Varnishes: Wood varnishes provide the strongest finish for interior doors. Available in matt, silk and gloss they offer the smoothest finish and the highest level of gloss,although satin and matt are available. Varnishes are not as easy to repair if a small area gets damaged. Wood Oils: Wood oils offer interior doors good durability and water resistance. Producing a soft sheen, wood oil finishes are very easy to repair if they become scratched or damaged. Wood waxes: Wood waxes are easy to apply and produce a pleasing traditional look on interior doors that can be buffed to a good shine. Waxes do not provide a strong finish but are easily repaired if damaged or scratched. |
Stage 1: Preparation stage 2: Staining Stage 3: Top Coats Stage 4: Buffing Interior Door Maintenance Optional Extras |
Stage 1: Preparation
Preparation, the key to stunning internal doors.
Internal doors come in a variety of sizes and styles, if they have been previously waxed or oiled, careful preparation can help to remove old coatings and aid with repairs ensuring a blank canvas for a new finish.
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Wax Remover Brand: SWS |
from £1.95
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Stainable Wood Fillers Brand: Bonda |
only £4.29
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Wood Filler Gel Brand: Manns |
from £16.59
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Filler Knife Brand: Mako |
only £1.77
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Sandpaper Rolls Brand: Hermes |
from £14.27
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stage 2: Staining
From rustic country cottage to modern elegance.
On their own, wood stains do not offer a sheen or protection but they are a very effective method for staining new and old wood to achieve the desired style or look. Especially effective on interior doors, furniture and flooring, wood stains can be lightened and darkened and even coloured with compatible wood dyes.
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Wood Stain Brand: Manns |
from £2.50
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Wax Stain Brand: Ciranova |
from £9.00
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Wood Stain (Solvent Based) Brand: Manns |
from £37.95
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Stage 3: Top Coats
Adding strength and durability to interior doors.
Interior doors can be subject to knocks and scrapes and the constant wear of opening and closing. Hard wearing top coats are designed to protect and prolong the look and life of wood stains and other finishes.
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Easy Wax Brand: Manns |
from £5.97
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Hard Wax Oil Brand: Fiddes |
from £3.50
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Extra Tough Clear Varnish Brand: Manns |
from £3.47
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Stage 4: Buffing
Producing an elegant sheen on interior doors.
From a gentle sheen to a high shine finish, interior doors can be quickly and easily buffed to retain their original look and lustre.
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Cloth Brand: Manns |
from £2.97
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Drill Buffing Brushes Brand: Manns |
from £15.25
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Interior Door Maintenance
Easy maintenance for interior doors.
Interior doors, require very little in the way of maintenance, occasional cleaning however can help to retain the look of freshly waxed or varnished doors.
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Cloth Brand: Manns |
from £2.97
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Optional Extras
Great options to help achieve great interior doors
This handy optional extras can help with the preparation and treatment of all types of interior doors. Although not essential, these extras may be all you need to help create the look that you want in less time.
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HVLP Apollo Spray Mate Brand: Apollo |
only £102.77
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Mako Bucket Brand: Mako |
from £3.77
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Foam Sponges Brand: Manns |
from £0.49
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