The contents
- Ordinary painting
- The way of restoration with the use of the stencil
- Restoration by replacement of the facade
- Restoration by installing overhead facades
- Replacing the old glass to the new
- Restoration by pasting the old glass stained glass film
- Painting glass stained-glass paint
Over time, the doors lose their attractive appearance. This is due to exposure to mechanical loads and adverse external factors. So sooner or later there is a need to work on their restoration. Similar services can be ordered at a specialized company, and it is possible to make the restoration themselves, thereby saving your money. If the installation of doors uses only high-quality fittings, and the installation was made of all existing rules, then the restore will have only the door leaf. The time that will be spent for this kind of work, as well as their complexity completely depend on the amount of damage their character and the material from which made the product.
Restoration of interior doors made of wood ↑
Ordinary painting ↑
In order to get quality result it is necessary to strictly follow the instructions given below.
The first thing you need to inspect the door panel for the presence of large damage. If any, then restore the door will not work, it is better to buy a new one. If a big damage found, we can proceed to restoration.
To carry out repair work on a door removed from its hinges. All installed fittings, such as handles, latches, locks and so it is better to remove and the glass, if present, remove.
Then you can proceed to the work of restoration, which consists of four main stages: removal of aged coatings, removing the formed in the operation of defects, surface application of antiseptics, the coating product in any paint.
So, first and foremost, with doors removed the old coating, which usually use the machine for polishing or emery paper.
Also for removing old paint can be applied a heat gun. In this case, a small section of the door leaf is heated until until the paint swell. Swollen paint is removed with a spatula. Then move to the next segment and so to act until all the old coating is removed.
Another method of removing old paint is the use of chemicals. For example, solvent В52. It is applied on the treated surface, under the influence of the solvent the paint starts to flake off. All loose paint is removed with a spatula. But this method has its disadvantages. First, the solvent vapor is very harmful for health, so users should definitely wear a respirator and gloves. Second, these chemicals can not cope with thick layers of old coatings, so use this method only small surface areas with a thin layer of the old paint.
Old paint should be removed as carefully as possible otherwise when applying a fresh coating may be defective or it will quickly become worthless. After cleaning the surface, using the putty sealed the cracks, scratches and other damage.
When the plaster is completely dry, sand the surface with fine grit paper, then primed and disinfected antiseptic, prevents the formation of mold and mildew.
The final stage is coating the door with paint material. The door must be in horizontal position to eliminate the possibility of stains. Painting is done first with one hand, after complete drying of the door turn and paint the other side and the end part.
Method of restoration using a stencil ↑
The stencil allows you to apply any selected pattern. Buy a stencil in a specialty store, but you can prepare your own hands. For ease of carrying works by drawing the door removed from the hinges, reinforce with duct tape the stencil and applied the paint. Remove the stencil after drying of the applied paint to not lubricate a picture, and formed stains. During the restoration this way is to use paint in a contrasting color primary door.
Instead of using the stencil in an advertising Agency that deals with outdoor advertising, you can order special stickers made on vinyl paper.
Restoration by replacement of the facade ↑
Replacement of the facade can be made in several ways depending on the type of door. If the door has glass, it is replaced by new, or close up. If the door has no glass, it is possible, conversely, to insert a previously prepared hole in the door the right size.
Restoration by installing overhead facades ↑
The facades of the surface-mounted type are usually installed using PVA glue. If the door you install any massive jewelry, you will have to use more reliable methods of attachment, such as screws, nails or bolts.
With the technology of restoration of wooden doors will help to see the following video:
Restoration of interior doors made of polyvinyl chloride ↑
Interior PVC door, can be restored by painting or laminating with a special film.
Restoration by painting a ↑
Painting is carried out in two stages. First, the door applied with a special primer for plastic. Then primer coated with acrylic paint, which is based on poliuretanica or nitroenamel.
Restoration by gluing ↑
Easier option to restore the external appearance of the door is considered to be pasting it a special film. Moreover, such a door will have an attractive and original appearance, because you can choose not only the desired color of the film, but to choose the pattern which will perfectly fit in your interior.
Restoration glass doors ↑
To update glass doors you can use several ways.
Replacing the old glass to the new ↑
In DIY stores you can find a huge selection of different types of glass: frosted, transparent, tinted, plain color, smooth, embossed, with sandblasted pattern, etc..
The easiest thing to replace if the glass is fixed bead. To do this with a spatula scoop a bead and take it out gently with pliers. After all extracted beads are removed glass. Then extracted the glass take the measurements if it has a non-standard shape, then made cardboard templates. The new glass was washed with soap and water, wipe dry and put on his picture, using the received pattern. Further, on applying the markings, cut the glass the desired shape. The perimeter of the connector for glass treated with a sealant and insert the new glass.
After the restoration of glass should be replaced with beadings, because over time they become loose, which may lead to loss of the glass from the frame. Currently the stores specialize in the repair, it is possible to find very discreet beadings which will be virtually invisible and very bright, eye-catching products.
In cases where the glass is fixed with a hidden method, to replace it you will need to disassemble the door. Replace the glass in these doors is not recommended, because after Assembly, the door may lose its tightness and have to use a plane for carrying out the edits.
Restoration by pasting the old glass stained glass film ↑
In the building market a wide selection of stained glass films to suit every taste. This method of restoration is for those who want to create interesting designs of doors without great labor and expense. The ease of use of this material and the original appearance – its main advantages.
Painting glass stained glass paints ↑
This restoration the most difficult, but at the same time most original. Staining glass, stained glass colors is performed in the following sequence: sketch out the drawing, make a stencil, drawing of the image on the glass with a stencil, brush and special stained glass paint.
Restoration of metal doors ↑
For work on the restoration of metal doors do not need to have any special skills. To fulfill this task even for a novice Builder. Restoration metal doors takes place in several stages:
- Brush with a stiff bristle brush clean the metal surface from dirt, dust and rust.
- Then sanded the door a fine-grained emery paper.
- Wipe the treated surface with a cloth dampened with solvent. This procedure will help to remove any residues of dust and rust. ?The Council! White vinegar removes the rust, so it can be used instead of a solvent.
- Using a spatula, apply putty, designed for use on metal. Processed leave the door to dry completely. Usually the putty dries in about half an hour.
- The hardware (locks, door handles, latches, etc.), which not need to paint, wrap with masking tape to protect from accidental paint.
- Next, using a roller on the door applied primer for use on metal and then the door is left to dry.
- Fine-grained sandpaper, smooth the primer, then wipe the surface with a damp cloth.
- And, finally, applied a smooth layer of paint. After it dries (within two to four hours), apply a second coat.
Restoration metal doors may take two or three days. Complete drying re-coat of paint usually occurs during the day. But the temporary period can vary under the influence of environmental temperature and level of humidity.
Restoration of laminated doors ↑
To fix the damage on the doors of this type it is possible only one way – with the help of special colored wax. It is also used for restoration of furniture. To purchase this wax on the construction market or hardware store. Choosing the material of the right color, it softens and RUB in defects (chips, scratches, cracks). While the wax is soft it smooth.
When it completely hardens, it is produced by the polishing using the felt impregnated with Polish for furniture.
As can be seen from the foregoing material, self-restoration of doors, the case is quite simple, which can handle any man. Therefore, if your door has lost its original shape, do not rush to throw them away. Even old junk product, you can give a new life, having painted it the desired color and giving it a unique style. It will look like door after the restoration is entirely dependent on the imagination and capabilities of the wizard. Just remember that producing the restoration we need to do everything very carefully and to adhere to the preceding steps. A successful repair!
