Front Doors Maintenance Tips from Lordship Windows Ltd

1. Front Doors Maintenance Tips from Lordship Windows Ltd As a homeowner, you probably walk through your front door a number of times every day, but have you ever thought that your exterior door requires same amount of care and maintenance that you provide to your interior doors! Well, just like any other item inside your home, front door will also last longer if it is properly taken care of. Moreover, your front door is one of the few features that your guest will see first, so you should make sure that you don't give a bad first ato your guests. Keeping all these things in mind, here are some proven tips to help you maintain your front door for years.

2. Whether you have a steel, glass or wooden front door, make sure you always use  gentle cleaner to wash it. We suggest you to use your dish soap or any baby soap. In-case you have a front door made of iron; you are suggested to clean it carefully  with an appropriate mixture of oil soap and water. While washing your front door, try to avoid using any tool, as it can scratch your  door and may damage its protective casting as well. Also, make sure you only use sponge or lint free cloth to wipe your door. Instead of cleaning the whole door at once, try to divide the whole area into parts  and focus on only part of the door at a time. Avoid hard rubbing your door, as it may damage the paint or coating.  Try to use as little amount of water as possible and always use a cloth to absorb  the water. 

3. Never use a power washer to rinse your door, because power washer is so  powerful that it may cause water to enter into your home. When it comes to cleaning the glass panels, always use a vinegar and water  solution to clean them. Also, wipe the glass only with a paper to avoid any scratch. Whether it is front or back patio door, homeowners can use these guidelines to ensure their exterior door is clean and beautiful.

4. Besides regular cleaning, homeowners need to make sure that they clean up every little spill on their front door to ensure their front door remains stain free. In-order to keep the glass or the rest of the body stain free, homeowners can also use stronger cleaners, but carefully. You are suggested to test it on a small part of the door before to ensure it doesn’t affect the colour or look of the door. Once you are ensured that your cleaner is door friendly, use it on the other parts of the door. But if you are looking for a front door that is virtually maintenance free then get in touch with Lordship Windows today. Here we offer a wide range of UPVC doors and windows that require zero or minimal maintenance. For more details, call us on 0800 0688566 or visit our website.