The main door of a house comprises a significant part of the facade. Wood doors remain a top choice for a majority of homeowners. This is no surprise because as doors go, nothing rivals the sheer natural beauty of well crafted wooden doors. As most things of beauty however, handsome wood doors need to be well taken care of. Don’t let this discourage you though because maintaining your wood doors need not be difficult or expensive. there a are a few things you’ll need to keep in mind though.

The less exposed your wood doors are to the elements, the less maintenance it will require. This means that it is advisable to install your wooden doors in an enclosed entryway where it will be protected from the rain and from the sun. A quick rule of thumb, the roof should extend at least half the height of the door and should be at least 1 and a half the width of the door. A clear coat likewise provides protection from the sun and the rain. On average, exposed doors need to get a new coat once a year whereas covered doors need a new clear coat once every two. If your wooden doors are painted, they will need a fresh coat of paint every 5 years. Well maintained wooden doors are sure to keep their natural beauty for many many decades and may even outlive the house, which explains why you can find a lot of lovely antique wooden doors in the market. That however is another topic for another time.