If you still have any queries regarding the use of Polytrol, please call us on 01582 592707 and we will gladly assist you. Once you have finished using Polytrol, clean any brushes or other tools you may have used with white spirit. Cloths can be left flat to airdry before discarding. These are heritage doors that add so much character to your property. Removing original doors takes away a lot of the charm and style of your home. Although we didn’t have any mildew on the door, if you do, don’t worry. Mildew can be treated with a 50:50 bleach and water solution. Just scrub it on, leave it for 10-15 minutes, then rinse it off.

Period front door restoration - Wooden front door refurbishment

All our work is guaranteed and meets BS EN16005 standards. We will provide you with an accurate quote before commencing any work, so you will know exactly how much it will cost. The wooden front doors of your home are extremely important for maintaining the character of your property. Without these beautiful doors, your home loses a fantastic period feature.Polytrol usually can last for 24 months+ before re-application is necessary. It depends on the sunlight, rain and pollution in which it is subjected to (i.e living near to the sea may mean an earlier re-application of Polytrol is necessary as it is subjected to a harsher environment). All waxes, polishes, silicone etc should be completely and thoroughly removed as this will hinder the penetration of Polytrol. If the first application of Polytrol was not successful and the surface has remained dry and discoloured, then you can re-apply a further coating of Polytrol. However, if you’d like to modernise your home’s energy efficiency, you may feel like there is no other option but to change the doors. After cleaning, leave the door to dry for 24 hours before applying Polytrol. Make sure that your door is completely dry before moving on to the next step! 2. Apply the Polytrol

Door repairs by the experts at Door Repairs UK Ltd Door repairs by the experts at Door Repairs UK Ltd

Failing that, we can only recommend you speak with the people who fitted the door again and ask them to look into it further as there may be a manufacturing problem. For more information about Paul and his company please see his bio below. We couldn’t wait to see the photos and share them with our other customers. I’m sure you’ll agree that the transformation is nothing short of marvellous!Before application, you would need to clean the surface thoroughly with warm soapy water or Net-Trol ( https://www.owatroldirect.co.uk/product/net-trol/). Firstly, prepare the door. Remove any dirt, grease, grime or mildew from it. If there is any wax or polishes on the door, you will also need to remove this.