Halloween is the time of year when the home’s front door becomes the focal point of festivities. Whether it’s trick-or-treaters knocking, or family and friends stopping by for a visit, Halloween is the perfect time to make sure your door is up to the task in terms of both style and energy efficiency.
The experts at JELD-WEN offer these simple steps to help front doors look their best for Halloween:
- Gentle cleaning: Just like windows, doors can often use a good wash. JELD-WEN recommends using gentle materials such as a mixture of one teaspoon of baby shampoo to one gallon of water. Dry thoroughly with a clean, soft cloth. Do not use abrasive tools, harsh liquids, power washers or hoses that can damage doors and windows.
- Inspect weatherproofing measures: Carefully look at the frame, seals and weather strip to make sure the door won’t allow cold air into the home during the winter months.
- Inspect door surfaces: For painted or stained doors, inspect the finish on all six sides for any signs that restoration is needed, such as cracks, dulling or a whitish cast on the door’s surface. Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s recommended finish when retouching.
For more information on exterior doors and energy efficiency, visit the newly-redesigned www.jeld-wen.com website.
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