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Exterior doors are a cornerstone of any home. They not only keep you and your family safe but also act as a welcoming reflection of your home to neighbours and friends.
However, when it comes to all things to do with regular home maintenance, knowing how to maintain and care for your exterior doors is often forgotten about. Here in Ontario, which experiences a diverse climate ranging from humid heat waves in the summer to chilling blizzards in the winter, it is especially important to take good care of your exterior doors. If you don’t, the quality of your doors may soon deteriorate, and you will need to find a replacement door.
One of the key factors in maintaining your exterior door is the type of material it is made from. In this post, we’ll be looking at how you can care for your door across all four seasons based on its type.
Wooden doors are commonly found on older properties in Ontario. Wood exterior doors tend to offer less insulation than their fiberglass or metal counterparts – which means they are less energy-efficient and pale in terms of winter performance. Also, they can be more intensely affected by extreme temperature variations and experience cracking, which can be common during seasonal transitions.
However, exterior door maintenance on a wood door is fairly simple. If it’s been properly stained and sealed, simply clean it once or twice a month with warm water and dish soap. The frequency of cleaning depends on your specific area and its climate, and other individual factors like the door’s size and purpose. Keep an eye on how well your wooden exterior door opens and closes and make sure to add it to your home cleaning schedule.
Much like wood doors, fiberglass exterior doors also need regular cleaning and maintenance especially before and after changes in temperature that occur in the summer and winter.
Allowing a fiberglass door to sit too long without cleaning can cause the protective coating on the door to erode, which could lead to you replacing the entire door sooner than you might have needed to otherwise.
Thankfully, solving this is as easy as washing with soap and warm water. Snow, rain and other elements can carry dirt and dust and leave a residue around your door. You’ll need to remove this when cleaning, especially if you’re using rock salt to melt ice and snow around your door. Otherwise, the fiberglass door will lose its protective coating and also damage its hinges and frame.
Metal or steel exterior doors are the most popular exterior door in Canada due to their durability and hardiness.
Steel doors also often have insulation inside the metal, making them a top choice for energy efficiency. Many Canadian homes feature steel exterior doors and insulated windows for this reason.
Maintaining a steel or metal door is very straightforward. Just wash the door with warm water and soap and wipe it dry. You might also apply furniture wax every so often to keep your steel door in mint condition for longer.
Overall, considering Ontario’s diverse climate, a steel entry door is an excellent choice for homeowners wanting a secure and visually appealing door that is durable and energy efficient.
While maintaining your door can help extend its lifespan significantly, sometimes it simply isn’t enough. If your door has considerable damage or defects, you should consider investing in a replacement exterior door for your property.
Quality exterior door replacements can not only improve the appearance of your home, but also add to its energy efficiency. Here at Euroseal, we are to help you find the best exterior door for your home. We are a leading exterior door manufacturer in the GTA and will manufacture and install a custom front, entry or patio door for your home’s needs.
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