9 small details to help you learn the maintenance skills of wooden doors!

A log door is made from carefully selected natural wood. Its main characteristic is that all components are made from the same wood species, both inside and out, and are consistent, free of deformation, cracking, finger joints, and veneer. Log doors still play a prominent role in home renovations, but maintaining them is crucial because they are used daily. Only by maintaining them properly can they last longer! Today, let's learn nine key details about log door maintenance.
1. Do not hang heavy objects on the door leaf to avoid collisions and scratches from sharp objects. When opening or closing the door leaf, do not use excessive force and do not hit the original wooden door.
2. Do not open the door lock with wet hands or splash corrosive solvents onto the wooden door or door lock. Do not use excessive force when opening the door lock or turning the door handle. Tighten frequently moving hardware such as hinges and door locks immediately if they become loose. If the door lock is difficult to open, add a suitable amount of lubricant such as pencil lead to the keyhole.
3. When cleaning the glass, do not allow detergent or water to seep into the gaps in the glass molding to prevent deformation. Do not wipe the glass with excessive force to avoid personal injury. If the glass is broken or significantly dented, be sure to have it repaired by a professional.
4. To remove stains ( such as fingerprints) from the surface of a wooden door , wet it with your breath and then wipe it with a soft cloth. A hard cloth can easily scratch the surface. If the stain is too heavy, use a neutral detergent, toothpaste, or a furniture-specific detergent . Wipe it clean immediately after removal.
5. When removing dust from the wooden door, you can use a vacuum cleaner. Do not rub the corners of the wooden door frequently to avoid fading and damage to the finishing materials at the corners.
6. In order to maintain the surface gloss and service life of the original wooden door, it should be cleaned and dusted regularly, and the surface can be maintained with a special curing liquid for wooden decoration products.
7. In spring and winter, the room should be well ventilated to keep the log door in a normal temperature and humidity environment. This will prevent deformation of the log door due to humidity and temperature differences, and prevent metal fittings from rusting, edge sealing, and the peeling of finishing materials. In winter, when using electric heaters or other heating equipment, keep them away from the log door to prevent deformation due to heat.
8. When painting the walls, cover the wooden doors to avoid peeling and fading of the wooden door finish caused by the paint, which will affect the overall appearance.
9. Wooden doors should not be exposed to strong direct sunlight for a long time. This will cause the paint to discolor, age or peel.
As people's awareness of environmental protection and self-protection increases, the pursuit of natural materials has become a fashion, which makes the naturalness of log doors a characteristic that people attach great importance to. Therefore, how to maintain log doors is something that requires more learning .