{"id":279,"date":"2022-08-26T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-08-26T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/katydoorsystemsblog.com\/?p=279"},"modified":"2022-08-03T10:08:36","modified_gmt":"2022-08-03T17:08:36","slug":"best-maintenance-tips-to-prolong-the-life-of-your-door","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/katydoorsystemsblog.com\/?p=279","title":{"rendered":"Best Maintenance Tips to Prolong the Life of Your Door"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Doors are the\nmost important aspect of an appealing home. Their style and design can\ncertainly say a lot about the ambiance of your home. Therefore, it is necessary\nto do regular maintenance. This will not only improve its performance but will\nalso prolong the life of your door. However, if you don&#8217;t know how to improve\nthe life expectancy of your doors, there is no need to stress. We have compiled\nsome basic steps that you can consider. Without wasting more time, scroll down\nto read it now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1.\nRegular Cleaning<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"736\" height=\"486\" src=\"https:\/\/katydoorsystemsblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/cleaning-door-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-281\" srcset=\"https:\/\/katydoorsystemsblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/cleaning-door-1.jpg 736w, https:\/\/katydoorsystemsblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/cleaning-door-1-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/katydoorsystemsblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/cleaning-door-1-676x446.jpg 676w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 736px) 100vw, 736px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In order to keep\nyour house door functioning properly, you need to do a good cleaning regularly.\nOften, dust particles and debris get stuck on the door. That shortens the life\nspan of the door and can cause extreme damage to your door.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related:\n<\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/katydoorsystemsblog.com\/3-ways-to-weatherize-your-entry-doors-this-winter\/\"><strong>\u201c3\nWays to Weatherize Your Entry Doors this Winter\u201d<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2.\nPainting<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to\nprolong the life of your door, nothing can be better than painting it. We would\nrecommend you to go for a semi-gloss finish. It is ideal for doors. Not only is\nit stain-resistant, but it is also durable. It will also help you fill in\nlarger imperfections and resist cracking on a door&#8217;s surface, making it look as\nnew as ever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3.\nCheck for Damage<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Avoid ignoring\nminor damage, as it can lead to extreme damage. In order to save your door from\ngoing through a major repair, it is important to repair the damage as soon as\npossible. Here are some common door defects listed below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Pests\nattacking the wood<\/li><li>Dead\nknots in the wood<\/li><li>Cracks\non the door frame<\/li><li>Laminate\npeeling off<\/li><li>Improper\nalignment of frames<\/li><li>The\ngap around door frame<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related:\n<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/katydoorsystemsblog.com\/how-to-make-your-doors-more-accessible\/\"><strong>\u201cHow\nto Make Your Doors More Accessible\u201d<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4.\nRely on Door Repair Experts<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"736\" height=\"491\" src=\"https:\/\/katydoorsystemsblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/door-repair-installation-man-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/katydoorsystemsblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/door-repair-installation-man-1.jpg 736w, https:\/\/katydoorsystemsblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/door-repair-installation-man-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/katydoorsystemsblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/door-repair-installation-man-1-676x451.jpg 676w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 736px) 100vw, 736px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t risk your\ndoor facing further damages. Instead, hire a specialist who will repair your\ndoor and provide you with essential tips. As trained door experts, they are\nadept at spotting door defects quickly. They will not only fix the damage but\nalso get your&nbsp;door&nbsp;back in working order.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The\nBottom Line<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>We hope the above guide helps you in taking care of your doors. For professional repairs and maintenance services in Houston, TX, call Katy Door Systems at (281) 599-9411. We offer doors for a variety of different purposes and can certainly help you increase the aesthetic appeal and safety of your home or business. Check our <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/katydoorsystems.com\/\">website<\/a><\/strong> for more information.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Doors are the most important aspect of an appealing home. Their style and design can certainly say a lot about the ambiance of your home. Therefore, it is necessary to do regular maintenance. This will not only improve its performance but will also prolong the life of your door. 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