Browse Forums Windows & Doors 1 May 26, 2012 11:54 am Hi everyone, I was wondering if anyone had info on restoring old wooden doors. They currently are in good nack but have some surface irregularities, cracks, grooves etc and is a varnished timber kind of look. Are the easy to restore to paint over? Also the handles are onl style handles with a big vertical metal backing, assuming it is screwed into two spots. Can this be concealed nicely? Re: Restoring old doors 2May 29, 2012 2:40 pm Are you planning on stripping the doors back to sound timber? If so, use whatever method works for you. Some prefer the old heat gun and scrapers, orbital sanders etc. If they're in good nick and just need a sand here and there and then a paint, I would recommend sealing the previous clears/varnish with shellac. Zinsser BIN, etc. This will isolate any mystery previous polyurethanes, clears, varnishes etc used and eliminate any possible interactions with your top coats. Thanks Chippy,I do have one that I levered out. I'll try to find a brand name on the windows then do some searching. Here is a photo where you can see how worn they are. 2 6305 Is it possible to render an old corrugated iron shed.I have heard that it can be done if it is covered with chicken wire first.Not sure of the ratio of the render mix and… 0 3362 Hi I bought an old cupboard that is in desperate need of some TLC. I was seeking some advice as to the best product to use to give it an oil but also bring it to life a… 0 2702 |