{"id":1421,"date":"2018-03-19T17:09:20","date_gmt":"2018-03-19T17:09:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/?p=1421"},"modified":"2024-02-07T16:30:56","modified_gmt":"2024-02-07T16:30:56","slug":"how-to-look-after-your-internal-oak-doors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/how-to-look-after-your-internal-oak-doors\/","title":{"rendered":"How Best To Look After Internal Oak Doors"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>We may not realise it, but the state of our internal doors actually say a lot about our homes. Not just in terms of styling \u2013 though that\u2019s a favourite topic of ours here at Savoy Timber \u2013 but also in terms of the condition of your home. Old, worn or damaged internal doors don\u2019t give the best impression of the rest of your interior, even when everything else is completely spick and span. We\u2019re here to help you avoid that, with a quick but useful guide on how to keep your oak internal doors looking tip-top.<\/p>\n<h2>Getting A Shine On Unvarnished Wood<\/h2>\n<p>Unvarnished <a href=\"https:\/\/www.savoytimber.com\/internal-doors\/oak-doors.html\">internal oak doors<\/a> generally look warm and rustic, often perfect for country homes, or if you\u2019re going for a traditional aesthetic. Plus, it\u2019s both simple and easy to keep them looking at their best. First, get a bucket, and fill it with some hot water \u2013 along with a small splash of detergent. Careful not to overegg it too much, as too much detergent can actually damage your door. After that, add a small drop of vinegar, and a splash of olive oil, and mix it all together a little bit.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"img-responsive alignnone wp-image-1422 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/bucket-and-sponge-compressed.png\" alt=\"bucket and sponge\" width=\"730\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/bucket-and-sponge-compressed.png 730w, https:\/\/savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/bucket-and-sponge-compressed-300x123.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Then, with a washing up sponge, carefully squeeze out some of the mixture onto the door, and wipe it across the wood. It\u2019s much like how we\u2019ve previously advised you to <a href=\"https:\/\/savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/how-to-clean-your-decking\/\">clean your decking<\/a> \u2013 basically, gently does it, and make sure you\u2019re wiping with the grain, not across it. Don\u2019t let water stay on the wood for too long (or your door may become damp, which is exactly what you don\u2019t want), and once you\u2019re done, wipe it all away with a clean cloth.<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, if you want to bring out some more of the colour in the wood, you\u2019ll want to use a light mixture of hot water and olive oil. At Savoy Timber we\u2019d recommend about adding 15ml of water to 4 litres of water, and again using a clean cloth to wipe the mixture across the door. It\u2019s perfect for bringing out the depth and colour in the grain, but without leaving any grease or film.<\/p>\n<h2>Bringing Out The Best In Varnished Wood<\/h2>\n<p>Varnished wood, on the other hand, requires a slightly different approach. It\u2019s a good plan to regularly clean and polish the door, and get yourself some specialist wax to maximise its protection from dust and humidity. Properly applying the wax might involve taking the door off its hinges, to save your arms from getting too tired.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"img-responsive alignnone wp-image-1423 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/single-door-handle-compressed.png\" alt=\"shiny oak door\" width=\"730\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/single-door-handle-compressed.png 730w, https:\/\/savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/single-door-handle-compressed-300x123.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>As we said above, don\u2019t overestimate the amount of wax you\u2019ll need \u2013 it only takes a small amount, and again make sure you\u2019re always working with the grain. Once you\u2019ve completed a single layer, let your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.savoytimber.com\/internal-doors.html\">internal door<\/a> dry out for a full day (24 hours), and see what you think. If you\u2019re not yet totally satisfied, you can take your pick from applying another coating or simply buffing up your first one.<\/p>\n<p>If you need any specialist help or advice, here at Savoy Timber we\u2019re always happy to assist! You can talk to a friendly member of our team at any one of our three superstores in Preston, Wigan or Blackpool \u2013 and don\u2019t forget to check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.savoytimber.com\/internal-doors\/door-accessories.html\">our broad range of door accessories<\/a>!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We may not realise it, but the state of our internal doors actually say a lot about our homes. Not just in terms of styling \u2013 though that\u2019s a favourite topic of ours here at Savoy Timber \u2013 but also in terms of the condition of your home. Old, worn or damaged internal doors don\u2019t [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":14,"featured_media":1424,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1,3],"tags":[],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v19.9 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>How Best To Look After Internal Oak Doors | Savoy Timber<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Since you&#039;ve gone to the trouble and expense of purchasing and fitting your oak doors, it&#039;s always worth the effort of keeping them looking good. 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