The entry door is often a house’s main contributor to curb appeal. It can project your values, accurately or not, to passersby. This fixture welcomes every guest into your home.
Having said all of that, you can imagine that your front door can be a great source of embarrassment when poorly maintained.
Fortunately, steel and fiberglass entry doors can stay in good repair with simple upkeep. Follow the simple maintenance guide below.
Schedule Cleanup Annually or Semi-Annually
Wash your front door once or twice a year only. Unless you did some remodeling around the house, annual or semi-annual frequency should suffice to keep your home exterior’s focal point clean and beautiful.
Fiberglass and steel doors react negatively to abrasive cleaning solutions. Use soapy water, diluted vinegar or a mild household glass cleaner instead. For best results, heed the door manufacturer’s recommendation.
Look for Signs of Peeling, Chipping, Fading or Cracking
Exposure to sunlight damages your door’s protective covering over time. The problem may manifest in more than one form, so pay attention to peeled, chipped, faded and cracked finishes. If you find anything significant enough to concern you, take it as your cue to refinish your entry door.
Watch Out for Drafts
A good front door system should be airtight enough to keep drafts outside.
If you can feel some cold breezes when you run your hand along the sides of your fixture, it suggests that you need a new door sweep, weather strips or both.
Entry door maintenance isn’t a thankless job. But it’s one of those activities that can bring you joy when you don’t have to do it often. To deal with little upkeep, upgrade to a ProVia® fiberglass or steel door.
Call (419) 931-6970 to schedule your free in-home consultation with Renewal by Andersen® of Northwest Ohio in Toledo, OH, and learn more about ProVia products.
