DIY old door decor: 12 beautiful ideas

Photo: dekormyhome.ru Even the most reliable and high-quality doors fade, scratch and wear over time. The varnish cracks and becomes cloudy, the paint chips, the wood dries out. But even this can be used to create your own unique and inimitable style. It’s enough to approach the issue creatively - and you won’t have to get rid of old doors and waste time going to hardware stores. And we are ready to offer some ideas!

Painting

The easiest way to refresh a door with minimal changes to the design of your apartment is to repaint it a new color. Choose a solid color fill if you prefer minimalism, or highlight individual parts if you like more complex artistic solutions.

In small classic rooms, light doors look good, but in laconic monochrome minimalism it can be turned into an independent accent. To do this, choose rich red, yellow, green and blue shades.

Acrylic paint is best: it is easy to work with, it is environmentally friendly, odorless, suitable for indoors and harmless to health. This is especially important when it comes to doors to a bedroom or children's room.

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Before painting, prepare the base, because the paint applies in a thin layer and does not hide defects. Sand and prime the surface, seal strong chips and cracks with special sealants. It is recommended to apply the paint in even stripes from top to bottom or from left to right.

If the door is textured, first paint the inserts, then the central strips, and only then the sides. And to keep the coating fresh for a long time, cover the paint with a layer of glossy or matte varnish.

Another simple painting technique is to splash paint over the surface in random spots. This decoration immediately creates a creative atmosphere in the room of an art workshop. Hard brushes, toothbrushes and even toothpicks are suitable for spraying.

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How to update wooden interior doors: instructions

First, you need to think through the design of the future door in detail: it should fit well with the overall style of the room, combine with the furniture, floor, and decor. There are many simple ways to update a door: stick a film, veneer it, or apply paint or stain. If desired, you can use more complex techniques that turn an old door into a work of art.

Painting, varnishing and staining

The easiest way to update your doors without changing them is to paint them a new color. It is only important to choose high-quality paint that matches the color. This can be done from photos in manufacturers’ catalogs to match the shade of the floor or furniture. Most often, doors are painted with nitro enamel, acrylic or alkyd enamel. Acrylic paints are considered completely safe, while others emit a pungent odor that disappears only as the layer dries. It is advisable to carry out coloring in the fresh air.

Acrylic paints have a rich palette of shades, give a noble matte finish, and do not smell. It is recommended to apply a special furniture varnish as the second layer after the acrylic product, which has protective properties and increases the service life of the paint. Application is done with a roller or brush. To prevent brushes from leaving lint, they are pre-soaked in water for several hours and then combed out. Before any paint, it is recommended to coat the door with a wood primer, so the paint and varnish material will lie smoothly, without drips or stains.

In addition to painting, you can varnish the door. You should choose the appropriate remedy from the following varieties:

• acrylic,
• alkyd,
• polyurethane,
• nitro varnishes.

Before applying the varnish, a primer is also used, adding to it an antiseptic against rotting and mold. To make the transitions of varnish strokes unnoticeable, the product is applied with quick movements in a cross direction.

Stain is another option for an inexpensive and very beautiful coating for an old door. It is absorbed into the deep layers of wood, giving it a pleasant color and beautifully highlighting the structure of the material. After staining, it is also recommended to apply 1-2 layers of wood varnish.

Veneering

To completely renew the door and give it an expensive, elegant look, natural veneer is used. With its help, you can refine even cheap canvases made from pressed sawdust. Procedure for working with veneer:

• lay the door on the stools horizontally,
• start facing the canvas from the middle, moving towards the edges,
• lubricate a small area with special glue, apply finishing material, press,
• roll well with a roller,
• It is advisable to heat the surface with a construction hairdryer, and then carefully roll the veneer again - this will make the connection between the finish and the veneer itself more reliable.

After gluing the entire door, allow it to dry completely, then apply protective varnish or wax.

Self-adhesive film

There are many options for film on sale that imitate wood in color. It is easy to stick, hides defects in the base, and gives a more noble and beautiful look to the canvas. The procedure is as follows:

• cut the film according to the required size using a sharp knife,
• remove the protective layer from the wrong side, but not from the entire cut, but only 3-4 cm from the top,
• apply the film to the door, smooth it with a rubber spatula (you can use a regular rag instead),
• start tearing off the rest of the protective layer, not forgetting to immediately expel any air bubbles from under the film,
• trim the film at the corners,
• install fittings.

Photo wallpaper or vinyl

A piece of vinyl with a photo print made by an advertising company, or photo wallpaper of the required size will also help decorate the door, giving it a completely new look. It is important to purchase only washable photo wallpaper, because the door leaf can get dirty and will have to be washed regularly.

To glue photo wallpaper, you can use high-quality PVA (it is better to take carpentry compound). It is necessary to thoroughly lubricate the door with glue, press the finishing material well, smooth and level it. Of course, you first need to try on the photo wallpaper or vinyl dry to make sure that their size matches the dimensions of the door.

Wallpaper with moldings

Such an unusual decor option is often offered by designers when decorating a room in a classic style. With the help of vinyl or non-woven wallpaper and polyurethane moldings, you can create a bright accent in the room and enhance the style of the design. The background can be plain, patterned, saturated or pastel in color - at the request of the customer.

First you need to measure out the required piece of wallpaper. Then PVA wood glue is applied to the prepared, leveled door, finishing material is applied, and its surface is leveled with a rubber roller or rag. Air bubbles are immediately expelled with a plastic spatula from the center to the edges. It is advisable to buy wide wallpaper so as not to make joints. If there are joints, you will have to carefully adjust the two canvases to each other. The edges of the wallpaper are trimmed immediately before they get wet. Drying time is a day, then you can start gluing the moldings:

• make markings for platbands on the wall with a simple pencil,
• cut the moldings to the required length (there should be 3 pieces),
• cut the moldings at an angle of 45 degrees - these will be the corners at the top of the door,
• Lubricate the back surface of the pieces with PVA or liquid nails, and glue them in place according to the markings.

Drawings and paintings

Drawing on the door surface has many advantages over other finishing methods. The appearance of the finished door will be unusual, exclusive, it can “fit” into absolutely any interior style. Other advantages of painting on the door leaf:

• ease of execution,
• the ability to use stencils if you have no artistic abilities,
• large selection of colors and materials.

The prepared door should be well degreased with alcohol. Next, a wood primer is applied in 2 layers, which will allow the paint to lie flat, without stains or drips. Then you need to make markings and apply an ornament or design. The door must be divided into zones so that the drawing is done accurately and correctly. When ready, paint individual elements of the picture in the desired colors with acrylic paints. Apply at least 2 layers of paint. To give a vintage look, the contours of the design are outlined in contrasting tones.

Decorating doors using decoupage technique

To decoupage, the door does not need to be removed from the jambs. If it does not have an old coating, it is enough to simply wash and dry the product, prime it with 1-2 layers. The opening should be sealed with construction tape. Soak the decoupage card in water for 12 minutes, remove it, and wipe off excess moisture with a rag. Remove the protection strips and attach the drawing to the pre-lubricated PVA door.

As in the case of wallpaper, the image should be carefully ironed, air bubbles expelled, and all wrinkles removed: otherwise it will be uneven and ugly. After complete drying, the surface of the door is coated with acrylic-based varnish in several layers.

Antique decoration

In vintage, retro and a number of other styles, various items, souvenirs, and antique finishes are very popular. Ready-made aged decor is rarely found in stores, but you can make it yourself. To give the door an original look, the craquelure technique is used - a two-layer application of varnish.

First you need to choose the right materials. Purchase two varnishes with different compositions and drying times. One of them should be a special wood varnish for craquelure; even a beginner can work with it, and there are detailed instructions on the package. The second varnish is bitumen, which has o.

The procedure is as follows:

• apply craquelure varnish to the pre-prepared door (use white or another light shade),
• after drying, a layer of bitumen varnish of a darker color is applied, which will enhance the contrast.

In the craquelure technique, you can also use a dark base varnish, but then, instead of bitumen, acrylic paint of the required shade is used as a second layer. After drying, the craquelure varnish becomes covered with a network of cracks, which gives the door a vintage look.

Decor with stencils

This technique is used for doors that have glass inserts. A picture or pattern is sketched on paper and cut out along the contours. The glass is degreased, cleaned, the drawing is leaned against it, and outlined on the back side with a marker. Then you can start drawing the image with acrylic paints, but from the front side. Afterwards you need to let the picture dry completely.

Artistic painting

Drawing on a door can involve the use of different artistic techniques. For example, first the canvas is completely dyed and only then a drawing is made on it in contrasting shades. Also, the picture can go beyond the door and continue along the walls: it will look unusual and very impressive. It is possible to apply paint to the door using a sponge, a spray can, or strokes. It is allowed to use interesting techniques - glazing, multi-layered strokes.

Creating an unusual texture

An original way to restore a door is to give it an interesting texture. In addition to the effect of artificial aging, which is obtained using craquelure varnish, you can use another technique. A lighter shade of paint is applied to the base, then a second layer is applied with a soft sponge, carefully blotted. Using this simple technique, spotted surfaces or “steel wool” type bases are obtained. There are also special paints on sale, thanks to which you can create the appearance of a canvas or a slate board from an ordinary door.

Patchwork for doors

A door made using this technique will fit well into any interior. To decorate it, you can use scraps of fabric, newspaper clippings, magazines, photographs, pieces of leather, and other items that go well with each other. It is better not to use this method for a bathroom or other damp room - the collage will quickly turn yellow and begin to become moldy. Patchwork is ideal for interior doors in the bedroom and living room.

As for the fabric for patchwork, it must be dense, not fraying at the edges, and, if necessary, have a small repeating pattern. The cuts can be overlocked, although this is not necessary. Fabrics and laces that are too light should not be glued in the area of ​​the door handle - they will soon become dirty. You will also need PVA, a furniture stapler and staples for the job. The procedure is simple:

• prime the door
• apply PVA glue to the door area,
• attach scraps and other materials to create a picture,
• press well, roll with a roller,
• let the collage dry well,
• attach heavy elements to the door with a stapler,
• the finished object can be coated with furniture varnish.

Door lamination

For lamination, a special self-adhesive film is used. Unlike factory lamination, home lamination has a shorter service life due to the lack of the necessary pressing equipment. Externally, the result will be no worse than that of professionals.

First you need to buy a special film, which is sold in furniture component stores. The finishing material is glued onto a flat, smooth, grease-free door after removing the protective coating (first remove only its upper edge by 3-5 cm). After pasting the entire surface and expelling air bubbles with a plastic spatula, the film is heated with a construction hairdryer and rolled well. This will help the glue adhere more reliably to the surface. After the glue has dried, the product will be ready for use.

Glass inserts

To update the look of an old door, you can change the glass yourself or change the decor of the old one. Stained glass technology gives a particularly interesting effect. To complete it you will need special stained glass paints, a marker, brushes, and a finished sketch.

You need to work this way:

• remove the glass or the entire door, lay it horizontally,
• on the back side of the glass, draw the contours of the future stained glass window and all its sections,
• paint contour lines on the front side,
• after drying, fill the empty spaces with the desired shades,
• if desired, glue decor onto the paint that has not yet hardened: rhinestones, stones, pieces of colored glass (you can then circle them with a black marker),
• wait for the paint to dry completely,
• install the glass in its proper place.

Stained glass techniques are also used on the canvas itself. It is allowed to create the effect of a stained glass window with paints, as well as to cut holes in the door and insert pieces of multi-colored glass into them, the result will be a beautiful, exclusive composition.

Textile

Textile finishing is used infrequently, and in vain. This is a unique and easy way to dramatically change the look of an old door without breaking the bank. You need to buy fabric and prepare a piece of the desired size from it. A piece of fabric must be glued to the door using double-sided self-adhesive tape. It is important to remove all folds immediately, because after that it will be very difficult to peel off the tape.

It is better to avoid light colors in textiles: they get dirty quickly. Fabric with images of cartoon characters and fairy tales is ideal for a children's room. If desired, the finish can be replaced with a new fabric you like or one that is more suitable for the main style of the room.

Wallpapering

In order not to paint the door leaf manually, it is enough to cover it with wallpaper to match your interior. In the living room and bedroom, ordinary paper wallpaper is sufficient, but for wet rooms, pay attention to liquid wallpaper.

Before pasting, be sure to get rid of the old coating, otherwise the adhesion will be much worse. To remove old paint, heat it with a hair dryer and use a spatula. After this, fill in all defects with wood putty and sand the surface with fine sandpaper. When choosing wallpaper, the main thing is that it matches the decoration of the walls: you can even combine several collections or use photo wallpaper. To avoid bubbles, apply glue evenly over the entire base and avoid missing areas. Carefully level the wallpaper with a roller and avoid drafts until it is dry.

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How to remove old paint

Before starting restoration work, the old peeling coating should be removed from the balcony or interior door. To do this, you can use one of several methods, i.e. choose the appropriate option for a particular case.

Grinding

If you need to process a flat door with numerous layers of paint, it is better to take it outside and clean it with a sander . Such work is very dusty, the circles quickly become clogged, but the result is good.

Numerous layers of paint are removed from doors using a sander.

Chemistry

In hardware stores there are many chemical compounds for removing the old layer (for example, B52). They must be applied to the door surface with a brush, spatula, or scraper. After a certain time, foaming of the paint and its peeling are observed. Then the unnecessary layer is removed with a spatula.

Due to the harmfulness of solvent vapors, work must be carried out in a respirator and gloves. A solvent must be applied to each layer of paint, since it will not cope with a thick paint coating. Therefore, this technology can be used when cleaning small areas of a door with a thin paint layer.

When working with chemical paint thinner, you must follow safety precautions

You can make your own paint remover by mixing caustic soda, oatmeal and water to a thick consistency. The resulting composition must be evenly distributed over the panel and removed after half an hour with a spatula.

Gas-burner

According to fire safety rules, you need to work with a gas burner outdoors. Heated paint peels off easily, but it can smoke and release toxic substances. This method is best used if you have certain skills in working with a burner and have a certain supply of cylinders.

Construction hair dryer

This device produces a stream of air with a temperature of no more than 600 degrees. This will be enough to heat up the old paint and remove it with a spatula. In this case, there is no burning smell, although the procedure is considered long and laborious.

You can use a hair dryer to remove old paint.

When using a hair dryer, it is forbidden to deviate towards the canvas, as there is a risk of getting burns from the hot air . Compared to using a burner, this method is safer. But you need to work carefully so as not to damage the wood and create a gap.

Drill with attachment

A rather dirty, but quick method of cleaning old canvas is mechanization. You can use a drill with a specialized abrasive brush. When cleaning the surface, you should work carefully to avoid damage or chipping of the wood from metal bristles. To process the entire canvas, you should buy several attachments.

Using abrasive drill attachments, remove the old paint layer

The large volume of dust and contaminants must be taken into account, so a respirator and safety glasses should be used. It is advisable to work outside so that paint particles do not fly around the room.

Soft blasting

This technique allows you to correct the outer coating, carefully and gently removing complex stains and old varnish from wood, glass and metal without damage. Together with compressed air, the door surface will be coated with Armex biodegradable cleaning agent.

Soft blasting

But this method has a significant drawback - the inability to implement cleaning indoors. The door must be delivered to a workshop, which will incur additional costs.

Fabric decor

Pasting with fabric resembles wallpaper, but it looks more interesting due to its texture. If you have unnecessary but beautiful scraps left, you can make a real patchwork quilt on the door. This will fit interestingly into ethnic styles, boho, country or Provence.

You can fasten the fabric with glue or using special furniture staples - like upholstery on a sofa. The advantage of mechanical fasteners is that they are easy to remove to replace the boring coating. To decorate, use lace, beads, tassels, fringe, braid and any other decorative little things to your taste.

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One color

Even a door painted in one unexpected bright color can completely transform a room. And if you paint the entire door the same color as the wall, this, on the contrary, will make the room more cohesive. To realize original ideas, as in the photo below, when painting the door, you can go beyond the frame.

Leather covering

Leather covering is an alternative to fabric finishing for classic noble interiors, such as the English style. Such a door always looks expensive and luxurious in a living room or office. Moreover, it does not have to be genuine leather: now there are enough more affordable, functional and environmentally friendly substitutes.

For fastening, use glue and special rivets, which evenly fix the canvas and form elegant patterns. For decoration, pay attention to embossing, painting, fine carving, finishing with metal fittings and belts. This door will fit well into industrial styles, such as loft or grunge.

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Restoring a cracked door

If the product has dried out due to exposure to high temperatures, restoration involves disassembling the canvas. The purpose of the repair is to eliminate the gaps between the planks, as well as to prevent the panels from hanging inside the grooves.

The frame elements of the paneled door leaf are connected with a tongue-and-groove lock lubricated with glue. Additionally, long self-tapping screws - dowels - can be used for screeding. The caps are closed on top with decorative plugs.

When repairing an old wooden door, the leaf is removed from its hinges, placed vertically on one of the sides, the plugs are removed and the pins are unscrewed. The glue on the lock joint has long dried out. The frame element can be easily removed. The locking joint is cleaned of the remnants of old glue and the panels are repaired.

All inserts are removed from the frame. The grooves and edges of the panels are cleaned of glue. The door is carefully blown out with a vacuum cleaner so that dust does not interfere with gluing. A thin layer of silicone-based sealant is driven inside the grooves. After inserting the panel into place, wipe off the squeezed-out excess sealant with a rag.

The locking joint of the frame is generously lubricated with wood glue. You can use PVA. The frame element is put in place, the door leaf is clamped with clamps, the dowels are screwed into the old holes and the plugs are closed. The canvas remains in a clamped state until the glue completely hardens. You cannot drill new holes for the dowels, since using a hand drill will result in them being at a slight angle. After uneven screwing of the dowel, the frame will become skewed.

Craquelure

The craquelure effect is familiar to everyone, even if you don’t yet know the name of this phenomenon. This is the same aged network of cracks that is often used in vintage and industrial interiors. It is created using a special paint or varnish, which provokes cracking, but unlike natural wear and tear, this coating is strong and durable.

Craquelure can be one- or two-step, depending on the number of layers. Contrasting shades look good, but with each new layer, wait until the previous one is completely dry. This coating can be applied not only to wooden doors, but also to any other doors.

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Required tools and materials

Container and roller for painting doors
To clean the surface of the door frame and leaf, use a hair dryer, a grinding machine, or manually remove the layer of old paint using emery cloths. The surface is painted using a roller, brush or spray. For primer and paint you need separate brushes or roller handle attachments. You can wash used ones with solvent, but it is better to take new ones.

The roller is used on flat surfaces of the door and on long surfaces of the door opening. Hard-to-reach places are painted with brushes. The sprayer can be used if you have experience working with it. To use it, the surrounding area is covered with old newspapers or polyethylene.

To lay the canvas in working position, use an old table or special trestles - two stands made of wood or reinforcement.

Other tools:

• hammer, screwdriver, pliers;
• pallets for diluting paint, varnish, primer;
• masking tape;
• spatula, sanding machine, rags.

You will need wood putty; it is usually ready for use and packaged in small containers of 200–250 grams. Take concentrated soil and dilute it according to the instructions on the package. Paint is purchased in accordance with its intended purpose.

Sandpaper is taken No. 60 for large irregularities and No. 120 - 240 for cleaning the putty surface.

Stickers and stencils

If you are bored with plain doors, feel free to paint the canvas by hand. Can't draw? It doesn’t matter, because the simplest and most laconic floral or geometric motifs that do not require high artistic skills are in fashion.

To make the drawing even and neat, use stencils that can be printed in advance. They allow you to imagine exactly how the ornament will be positioned and not miss even the smallest details.

A bright and fashionable decoration tool is vinyl decals and stickers. Simple black silhouettes or laconic patterns are suitable for discreet interiors, and bright and colorful stickers, posters, and cutouts from comics are suitable for kitschy pop art.

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Features of repair of handles and locks

The line of door handle models is changing, but the basis for manufacturing the products remains the same. Door fittings in the form of handles are presented on the construction market:

1. Stationary . Inexpensive and easy-to-install elements are provided with minimal functionality. To securely fix the door leaf, a consumable is installed - a roller or magnetic latch. Stationary elements are manufactured in several types: round, push-on and in the form of brackets.
2. Snap-on . The product combines a handle of various shapes and a latch (crossbar), called a tongue.
3. Spring . This silent model is distinguished by the way the latch operates. Spring handles are distinguished by a tongue protruding from the door leaf.
4. Magnetic . The second version of the product is with a quiet bolt, in which a magnet is mounted in the jamb, and the latch is made of magnetized material. When closing the canvas, the tongue enters a magnetic field, pops out and is fixed.
5. With bolt and lock . Handles are installed on doors that provide privacy within a room, such as bathrooms and toilets. The products differ from other models only in the presence of a latch that can be locked from the inside.
6. With bolt and key . A model equipped with these elements is suitable for rooms that require restricted access. The design is similar to that mounted on the front door, but is lighter.

Reference . Malfunction of the door handle occurs due to the fault of the manufacturer, which allowed poor-quality installation or due to long-term operation in the form of opening and closing.

The most common types of faults, their causes and required repairs:

1. Door handle jamming . If extra force is applied when opening the door, the reason is often a lack of lubrication of the mechanism. It is enough to disassemble the handle and thoroughly soak all the elements with cotton wool or a piece of rags soaked in a special composition.
2. Handle loosening and falling out . In this case, the decorative rosette is first removed - the bottom screw is unscrewed. After accessing the internal structure, the retaining ring is checked. Often its damage causes failure of all accessories. If a fracture or bend of an element is detected, it must be replaced.
3. Slowly return the lever to its original position . The structure is freed from screws and bolts that do not allow the handle to be easily removed. Attention is paid to the retaining ring and key washer. Damage to these elements is the main reason for the failure of the entire structure. In this case, it is enough to replace the internal spare part with a new one.
4. The handle does not return to its original position after pressing . This happens if the spring has flown off or burst. This part is located behind the locking ring and connects all the elements of the mechanism together. To repair the handle, it is enough to remove the fastening strip, the locking ring and fix the spring. If the spring breaks, you should replace it or buy a new handle entirely.

A common cause of a door lock malfunction is that the deadbolt becomes jammed, causing it to stop moving. There are several factors for the problem to occur. Some of them can be eliminated on their own, while others require the intervention of a specialist.

1. Door lock malfunction . There are cases where the mechanism is incorrectly designed and installed. In this case, difficulties arise when opening or closing the door leaf and only a replacement can help, which can actually be obtained under warranty.
2. Latch jamming . The defect is noted when the door is opened without returning the tongue to its original position or with a long period of time. Elimination is carried out by inserting a blunt object into the gap between the canvas and the box and carefully fixing it in the jammed place. A slight turn, for example, of a ruler turns the mechanism towards the lock groove. After fixing the latch, the lock is installed back.
3. The door does not close completely . Due to the repeated action, a distortion of the canvas is formed, which has a negative effect on individual components, including the lock.

Decoupage

Decoupage is a simple and accessible technology for finishing old doors, facades and furniture. The technique requires virtually no special skills, materials or tools. Sometimes ordinary paper napkins and glue are enough, because at its core this is a complicated applique.

Decoupage requires a perfectly smooth, sanded and grease-free surface. After this, you can paint the door with acrylic paint for contrast, but be sure to dry it. To glue the drawings, a solution of PVA with water is used, and to fix the result, a transparent furniture varnish is used.

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Where to begin

You should start with a careful inspection and study of damage not only to the door leaf, but also to the frame, hinges, locks and other fittings. To do this, the canvas is removed from its hinges, and all fittings are dismantled. Even if it does not require repair, it will interfere with restoration efforts.

The main defects that force you to think about how to restore interior wooden doors are:

• changes in geometric parameters, due to which the deformed canvas does not fit into the box or does not close tightly;
• drying out, loosening of connections between paneled door elements;
• the appearance of dents, chips and scratches on the wood, through holes from old fittings;
• fading or peeling of the paintwork, indelible stains on it;
• tearing off hinges and handles, breaking locks and other malfunctions of door hardware.

This requires repairing not only the door itself, but also the frame with platbands Source takprosto.cc
After this, you can evaluate the upcoming scope of work and decide on the tools and materials that will be required for the work.

Aging

This is not a mistake: to breathe new life into old doors, age them even more. There are many techniques for this: from mechanical processing to special paints and coatings.

The roughest and most striking aging for loft or country is brushing doors made of oak, ash or coniferous trees. The surface is treated with a hard metal brush, which destroys all soft fibers. The relief of the tree appears even more clearly and expressively, but this is not suitable for all varieties.

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Elegant abrasions for Provence or shabby chic are created using a paraffin layer. First, the canvas is painted with bright colored paint, after which it is thickly rubbed with wax or paraffin. A contrasting light or pastel coating is applied on top, which is then sanded with sandpaper. The paraffin is removed in some places and reveals the bottom layer of paint.

The second method of elegant aging is the dry brush technique, which designers borrowed from artists. It is extremely simple: take a little paint onto a thick, flat, dry synthetic brush and brush it over the base. The hairs will not leave continuous strokes and lines, forming an intermittent scratched layer.

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Useful tips for beginners

For ease of work and control over dipping the tool into paint, use a paint tray.

After purchasing the brushes, it is recommended to comb them out a little and soak them in water for a while. Firstly, this will prevent fallen hairs from reaching the surface, and secondly, it will soften the stubble before work.

It is more convenient to paint the canvas if it is located in a horizontal position. This way you won’t get unsightly streaks if there is too much paint in the corners and sides of the door leaf. Many people use specially prepared sawhorses for convenience, or take the easier route and place the door on 4 stools.

Protection of fittings from smudging. This is not a whim, but a reasonable step. It is advisable to twist it and put it aside for the duration of the work, but an option to protect it is also suitable, for which it is recommended to use masking tape.

Drips resulting from painting can be easily removed if you use a sponge, and then hide its traces by going over the area with a roller.

While the painted canvas is drying, make sure that no accidental dust gets on it or that a stray midge does not stick to it. To do this, it is better to do coloring in a special workshop.

Video on how to properly paint entrance blocks in a house or apartment:

You can update interior or entrance doors in different ways. Painting without removing the old layer is the easiest and fastest method, which home craftsmen most often resort to. The result of the work: a beautiful door without much effort!

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Mosaic

Mosaics for interior decoration are good for their uniqueness and aesthetics with ease of execution. Instead of buying a ready-made drawing, you can post a whimsical abstraction yourself. And no one else will have such doors anywhere else.

To create a mosaic, glass, ceramics, small tiles, acrylic, pebbles and shells, and any other little things are used. The main thing is to draw a sketch in advance and think over the location of all the details, because even chaotic ornaments will be neat and harmonious only if you think about them in advance.

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Solid and veneer

The weak point of solid interior doors is the decorative coating. The following defects are typical for interior doors made of natural materials:

• cracking due to high indoor humidity;
• drying the canvas causes gaps to form;
• peeling of the top coating characteristic of a veneer coating;
• chipping and rotting are also consequences of moisture.

In case of minor damage, it is enough to get by with suitable decor. In the case of serious deformations, for example, dents, more serious measures will be required to eliminate them. Some use the service of calling a master, others update the design of the canvas on their own, but to achieve a good result, you first need to completely disassemble the structure and remove the old coating.

The main stages of restoration of a solid wood door:

1. Cleaning the surface and removing the coating in the damaged area.
2. Elimination of the defect - for deep damage, use wood putty, for medium damage - liquid wax, for small damage - a wax pencil.
3. Leveling and sanding the blade.
4. Restoring the paintwork - to match the paint tones, the entire canvas is often repainted.

Veneer is subject to the same damage as solid wood panels, so the restoration process is similar. But there is a specific defect characteristic of thin-sheet veneer - the formation of bubbles on the surface due to poor-quality gluing.

• To repair, you need to heat the swelling area with an iron for 8-14 seconds.
• Another option is to inject glue into the area of ​​the swelling through a syringe, followed by rubbing with a soft cloth. To restore mechanical damage, a wax pencil in the color of the finish is used.

Mirror

Mirror inserts in doors are one of the most functional ways of decoration. This is a good choice for small rooms, because reflective surfaces visually add volume to the room. At the same time, such a door can replace a separate wall mirror or a mirror panel in a wardrobe.

Ready-made decorative mirrors are difficult to use to decorate a door, so reflective acrylic panels are useful in this case. Their advantages are ease of processing and variety of colors. If you still have fragments of old mirrors, you can use them too - make a mosaic out of them.

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When does it make sense to undertake the restoration of old wooden doors?

Restoration work is quite costly in terms of time and effort. It is not always possible to achieve the desired result. Therefore, you need to know when it makes sense to restore an old door structure, and when it is better to purchase a new one.

It is advisable to restore a wooden door in the following cases:

• During the renovation, the interior of the room was changed. The existing door does not fit into the overall style or color scheme. In this case, the door leaf is suitable for further use.
• I would like to save money on buying a door block. Minor damage in the form of scratches and abrasions from the door leaf can be easily removed. A new door made of natural wood is not cheap. Saving and buying a hollow box decorated to look like wood is not justified. After all, it will last no more than five years.
• The door structure is of historical and artistic value. That's why it's a shame to throw it away.
• I would like to get an original wooden door that will emphasize the style of the room and become its highlight.

For some home craftsmen, restoring doors with their own hands is a real hobby.

Stained glass

Stained glass has been a classic decor for windows and doors since ancient times. This technique was used in temples, palaces and rich houses - only the subtlety of execution differed. Now there are three main options: order an individual stained glass window according to your sketch, purchase a ready-made insert, or paint the glass yourself.

Translucent acrylic paints on glass are used to apply the design. You will also need to create an outline - the illusion of metal inserts connecting the elements. But don’t paint directly on the door, because the glass should lie horizontally, otherwise the paint will flow off the surface.

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Chipboard and MDF

MDF is generally stronger and denser and more resistant to moisture than chipboard.
This material can withstand any type of processing and is easier to decorate. But both options are influenced by external factors. A common problem is scratches on the surface of the canvas. Eliminating the defect is not expensive and can be done without the help of a professional. For repairs the following are pre-prepared:

• grit sandpaper up to 200;
• wood putty;
• priming;
• enamel for wood;
• brush.

1. Use sandpaper to clean the damaged area and a small area around it.
2. After this, the surface is treated with putty and left to dry.
3. The putty material dries and the canvas is sanded again.
4. Next, a layer of primer is applied to it, and after it dries, enamel is applied.

Molding

To make the simplest and most budget door luxurious and elegant enough for classic interiors, use molding. These are ready-made elements that imitate stucco molding, bas-reliefs and other decorative inserts.

The simplest molding is made of polyurethane or foam, so it can simply be glued or mounted on liquid nails. And to make a beautiful aged door, be sure to paint it over the top and use contrasting colors or gilding for details.

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Pattern

You can turn a door into an art object by painting an abstraction on it. To create geometric patterns, you'll need a lot of masking tape to demarcate areas of different colors. For a more complex pattern, use stencils.

DIY old door decor - photo

This is not a complete list of options that you can implement yourself. Don’t be afraid of experiments and imagination, because the old door has nothing to lose in any case. And we offer you even more photo ideas for inspiration!

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Multiple colors

You can paint the bottom of the door one color and the top another, or cover it with stripes. When painting a door, try making the frame or end a different color - this will help maintain the color balance of the space and become an interesting detail.

Features of repair of sliding structures

Sliding doors have doors with rollers that slide between two horizontal tracks.
The lower rails set the movement of the canvas, and the upper ones hold the sashes and do not allow them to fall out. Interior doors with a similar design require regular maintenance of the mechanisms:

• cleaning the guides;
• rail lubrication;
• control over the correct movement of the valves.

Common signs of faulty sliding doors include:

• subsidence of the canvas;
• extraneous noises, creaks and knocks during operation;
• loosening of fasteners;
• deformation of the valves.

How and with what you can update an old door frame: ideas, photos

a man measures the level of a door frame during its restoration.
You should remember about the restoration of a door frame when you are updating an old door leaf. Of course, fiddling with the first one is less convenient, since it cannot be removed.

The door frame processing technology is similar to those discussed above about doors. Choose carefully the shades of paint and stain, as well as the color of the self-adhesive tape and wallpaper, so that this area on the wall is in harmony with the updated door leaf.

Below are a number of interesting door frames after DIY restoration.

updated door frames to match the interior and doors, example 1

self-adhesive door frame decorative elements, example 2

self-adhesive door frame decorative elements, example 3

How and what to decorate a door beautifully with?

a beautifully covered interior door after renovation.
Among the common ways of decorating an old door is gluing a new covering entirely or in fragments.

For this you will need:

• wallpaper
• textile
• leather and its substitutes
• photo wallpaper
• metal rivets, beads
• patchwork
• cut fragments of a picture, for example, a world map

To stick this or that material, select an effective adhesive, for example, PVA glue, special for wallpaper, tape, double-sided self-adhesive tape.

Process sequence

In order to paint an interior door with your own hands, you need to complete the work in several stages. Experts recommend carrying out this work in rooms with closed windows, ventilating if necessary. In addition to paint, restoration requires a set of tools: sandpaper, spatula, sponge, putty, solution for removing the old coating. You will also need construction tape, primer, brushes, rollers, a screwdriver, paint containers, and a ladder.

The paint should be prepared according to the instructions. Then the decorative elements are covered with a paint brush and the enamel is applied to the surface. It is better to paint the door leaf with a roller, as brushes leave streaks. After applying the enamel, the door should be thoroughly dried. If necessary, you can paint the surfaces in stages in several layers. It is recommended to remove the masking tape after the surface has completely dried. The final stage: after installing the handles, locks, and latch, the door leaf is hung on the hinges.

Common mistakes

When repairing interior doors, mistakes are made that can ruin the result. Defects missed during inattentive inspection of the surface will appear on the surface. If the artist did not remove oil stains from the surface before applying fresh enamel, streaks will appear on the fresh paint. To avoid this, it is necessary to treat the door with a solvent or acetone, then work on priming the surface. The primer is selected for the appropriate type of paint.

Before painting, you need to thoroughly clean the room of debris and dust. Even small specks of dust and fluff will create unevenness when painting the surface. It would be a mistake to paint without a respirator and special clothing necessary for the safety of the master.

The work is carried out with the windows closed, however, experts advise ventilating the room when painting large surfaces, since enamels, even odorless ones, emit harmful substances. Don't rush when painting: even quick-drying paint needs to dry. The time required for this is indicated on the packaging.

DIY wood door painting

Plain standard doors can be transformed by painting the product to resemble natural wood. To tint the surface, paints of two colors are required: primary and secondary. An imitation of the oak surface is created with a combination of light brown and chocolate shades, the wenge color is created with dark red and black paints.

First, the main tone is applied, after drying, artificial abrasions are made on it using sandpaper. The door is then coated with an additional shade of paint. After painting, the surface is dried and varnished. There are options for transparent varnishes or those creating the effect of aged wood.