Protecting Wooden Door From Rain

If your door isn t finished with a uv blocking varnish or paint consider sanding it down and refinishing it with one that does.

Protecting wooden door from rain.

A properly maintained wooden door should last you for many years and will add to the aesthetic appeal of your home. Although you will be losing the original look of the wood the protection will be worth it. If you are thinking of selling your property in the near future then it is a good idea to look after your doors because your front door is an important part of your home s. It contains uv blockers that protect wood from natural fading and other harmful effects or direct exposure to sunlight.

The best way to protect a front door from sun damage is to finish it with a varnish that contains uv blocking ingredients. A protective barrier is formed on wooden surfaces that guard against deterioration due to rain and moisture. It gives the wood that extra sheen and helps prevent moisture from seeping into the grains. It will moisturize revitalized and protect the wood.

For the strongest protection against the elements use paint on your wooden outdoor furniture. Another way to protect the wooden elements of your home from the rain is by applying some varnish. You can then also add exterior varnish polyurethane or clear finish with a uv protection to help reinforce it. If your door looks the worse for wear sand the exterior portion of the wood down to remove the previous finish if there is any.

Paint will reflect the uv radiation from the sun and actually protect the wood underneath instead of causing it problems with rot. Your best bet is to sand the door down and finish it with multiple coats of an exterior spar varnish that s made for boats. Like the water sealant this will keep the natural look of the wood. And the door should be.

Hi van the uv rays and heat from direct sunlight not to mention rain snow and extreme changes in temperature are very hard on exterior wood doors especially those with clear finishes.