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How to restore exterior door veneer?

dkdndjjffnj39
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How to restore exterior door veneer?

Hi everyone,

 

this is a main entrance door, sun and rain damaged veneer. 

 

how can I restore this door, given its veneer and can’t sand it back to original.

 

I want it to look fresh wood, but not paint it.


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EricL
Bunnings Team Member
Bunnings Team Member

Re: Exterior door veneer weathered damage repair

Hello @dkdndjjffnj39 

 

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's sensational to have you join us and thanks for sharing your question about repairing your Corinthian door.

 

I suspect that the veneer can be sanded down but only very lightly. Please allow me to speak with our supplier regarding the refurbishment of this door. As soon as I have more information, I'll get back to you.

 

Thank you for your patience.

 

Eric

 

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MitchellMc
Bunnings Team Member
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Re: Exterior door veneer weathered damage repair

Hi @dkdndjjffnj39,

 

You can sand your door lightly with 180-240 grit sandpaper to try and remove the staining by revealing fresh timber. However, since it's only a thin veneer, you can only sand the top layer. If the staining penetrates deeply into the timber, sanding might not work.

 

The only other option I can think of is to lightly sand the whole door then use a product such as Feast Watson 1L Woodclean - 1L. However, you'd need to clean the whole door with it and not just in the areas that are stained. I recommend doing a test section in an inconspicuous location to ensure it does not adversely affect the timber.

 

Please let me know if you have questions.

 

Mitchell

 

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