How To Clean Fingerprints Off Wood Doors

20 Aug How to Clean Stained Wood Doors

Exterior-wood-Door One of the first elements people notice about your home are its exterior doors. Once they enter your home, they may also notice your interior doors. Clean doors contribute to a positive impression of your living spaces. Poorly maintained or dirty doors can lead your visitors or observers of your home to think the opposite. Exterior doors become weathered and dirty very quickly due to the outside elements. Some regular cleaning can help maintain the appearance of your exterior stained wood doors. At Timber Valley Millwork, we offer a range of custom-designed and built wood doors in various types of wood material and carving designs, and want you to be able to keep yours beautiful for a lifetime.

Here's our recommended method for cleaning stained wood doors.

Step 1

In a spray bottle, place equal quantities of water and vinegar for a homemade cleanser. Spray the mixture on the door frame. Wipe the dirt, dust, and fingerprints from the door frame using a soft cloth. Also be sure to clean the top of the door frame.

Step 2

Clean the door itself with the repetition of step one. Remove all moisture after cleaning the door to prevent it from incurring water damage.

Step 3

If tough stains are present, use a stronger cleaner designed specifically to clean wood, applying it to a sponge cloth, but not the door itself. Scrub away the stains using a sponge or cloth. Wipe the surface clean remove remaining cleaner or dirt. Maintain proper ventilation in the room when working with stronger cleaners.

Step 4

Use basic glass cleaner to clean the windows of your door if you have them. After spraying the glass cleaner on the windows, use even strokes to wipe smooth and avoiding streaks. If the windows are of a certain size, you may prefer to use squeegee for the task. Use soft, clean rag to dry the windows after they have been cleaned.

Step 5

Use a steel or brass polish to clean door hardware. Apply the polish to handles, kick plates, locks, and other hardware with a soft polishing cloth. Wipe the hardware until it is cleaned, then use separate rag to dry, being careful to remove any remaining polish.

For information about the various types of wood doors we offer at Timber Valley Millwork, call us today at 800.273.8964 or send us a message through our contact form. Otherwise, get a quote directly through our website.