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Door Test | Self Evaluation
The touch test is one of the most effective ways to determine the status of your door. Rub your fingers over the inside surface of your door. You will quickly notice that the surface feels smooth or even glassy. This is because there is very little surface deterioration, and the condition of this surface is very close to new. There is limited deterioration, because the inside of your door is not exposed to the high levels of UV radiation. As we know, living in a climate with so much sun is great, but the downside is that it wears things down much quicker.
1. Firstly, run your fingers over the outside surface of the door, especially on the lower third. If the outside surface feels dry or rough, it is time for a maintenance. What you are feeling is the micro-cracks in the finish. These are small cracks that could only be seen with a microscope, but you can feel them with your fingers. A surface maintenance at this point, will seal the micro-cracks, and renew the UV inhibitors (sunscreen) in your door's finish. The touch test does not work as well if the inside of the door is painted, instead of stained.
2. Visual inspection of the high wear portions of your door is also helpful. The lowest horizontal trim piece (the raised molding) on each panel of your door, is usually the location of the highest wear. This is especially true on panels, in the lower third of your door. It doesn't matter whether
the panel is glass or wood.
3. Using a damp sponge or rag, wipe the dirt off of the bottom pieces of trim on each panel of your door, and then let them dry. Examine those pieces, and if the color is faded or gray, or if the wood feels dry or possibly a little rough, then it's time for maintenance. (Compare the color\to the color at the top of your door.) If the finish is chipping in these areas, it is past time for a maintenance. If chipping is occurring on more than just the trim of your door, it's probably time full refinishing of your door.
4. In the case of your door, each surface maintenance renews the UV inhibitors of your doors look and overall finish. When you do the maintenances on schedule, the time period between full refinishes is extended dramatically, and the life of your door is multiplied many times. Each time you delay a maintenance, you shorten the total life of your door by allowing the UV inhibitors to break down, causing door damage.
In Florida, as you well know, replacing a high quality wooden door is very expensive. Because of the added benefits, when you do a maintenance on your door, you get to enjoy its refreshed beauty. These are just a few examples of what kinds of things to look for.
With all of the doors and the touch-ups I do, only the highest quality products and finishes, are used. My unique skills and talents, will make a great impression, with stellar results.
Please contact me and we'll get started on protecting and creating a door and other wood touch-ups that you can be proud of, knowing that it will create a fresh and welcoming first impression. It's a great way to keep your doors or your wooden treasures in your house, looking new again.
The touch test is one of the most effective ways to determine the status of your door. Rub your fingers over the inside surface of your door. You will quickly notice that the surface feels smooth or even glassy. This is because there is very little surface deterioration, and the condition of this surface is very close to new. There is limited deterioration, because the inside of your door is not exposed to the high levels of UV radiation. As we know, living in a climate with so much sun is great, but the downside is that it wears things down much quicker.
1. Firstly, run your fingers over the outside surface of the door, especially on the lower third. If the outside surface feels dry or rough, it is time for a maintenance. What you are feeling is the micro-cracks in the finish. These are small cracks that could only be seen with a microscope, but you can feel them with your fingers. A surface maintenance at this point, will seal the micro-cracks, and renew the UV inhibitors (sunscreen) in your door's finish. The touch test does not work as well if the inside of the door is painted, instead of stained.
2. Visual inspection of the high wear portions of your door is also helpful. The lowest horizontal trim piece (the raised molding) on each panel of your door, is usually the location of the highest wear. This is especially true on panels, in the lower third of your door. It doesn't matter whether
the panel is glass or wood.
3. Using a damp sponge or rag, wipe the dirt off of the bottom pieces of trim on each panel of your door, and then let them dry. Examine those pieces, and if the color is faded or gray, or if the wood feels dry or possibly a little rough, then it's time for maintenance. (Compare the color\to the color at the top of your door.) If the finish is chipping in these areas, it is past time for a maintenance. If chipping is occurring on more than just the trim of your door, it's probably time full refinishing of your door.
4. In the case of your door, each surface maintenance renews the UV inhibitors of your doors look and overall finish. When you do the maintenances on schedule, the time period between full refinishes is extended dramatically, and the life of your door is multiplied many times. Each time you delay a maintenance, you shorten the total life of your door by allowing the UV inhibitors to break down, causing door damage.
In Florida, as you well know, replacing a high quality wooden door is very expensive. Because of the added benefits, when you do a maintenance on your door, you get to enjoy its refreshed beauty. These are just a few examples of what kinds of things to look for.
With all of the doors and the touch-ups I do, only the highest quality products and finishes, are used. My unique skills and talents, will make a great impression, with stellar results.
Please contact me and we'll get started on protecting and creating a door and other wood touch-ups that you can be proud of, knowing that it will create a fresh and welcoming first impression. It's a great way to keep your doors or your wooden treasures in your house, looking new again.
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