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DOOR REFINISHING: HOW IS A DOOR PUT TOGETHER?

When we meet with a customer to start a door refinishing project we always review everything in detail. This includes taking a close look at the door, hardware, frame, weatherseal and so on. For wood doors it’s not at all uncommon for some of the veneer to have begun to peel away from the core,…

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Delaminating veneer

Wood doors, just like your car, need regular maintenance. You wouldn’t think of foregoing basic maintenance on your car; change the oil, check tire pressure, get it tuned-up, keep your tires in good shape and so on. Well, your front door also needs regular maintenance to prolong its life. If your wood entrance door goes…

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Hardwood or Softwood…what’s the big difference?

Since Door Renew works on doors, most of which are made of wood, we’re exposed to quite a few varieties of wood. While we’re not botanists we’ve learned a thing or two about wood simply out of necessity and proximity. No doubt you’ve heard the terms hardwood and softwood. Aside from the obvious meaning have…

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Home Winterization Tips

While winter brings the holidays, sweaters and scarves, and cozy nights curled up by the fire, this blustery season also brings harsh conditions that can wear at the exterior of your home. That’s why it’s so important to ensure your home is prepared to weather the winter season in an environmentally conscious manner. So we…

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CRACKED WOOD DOOR PANELS

Ever notice light coming through a crack in a panel of your front door? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Wood doors with panels are prone to crack. If you have one-piece panels the crack may go all the way through, that’s when you see the light peeking through. If you’re lucky your panels are 2-piece…

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IT ALL HINGES ON THE HINGES

Hinges – now that’s exciting How do you spell THRILLING – I’ll bet it’s H-I-N-G-E-S! Now we’re talking. Of all the front door restoration and refinishing questions we get, hinges is one of them. So, with all the interest and excitement surrounding hinges why not blog about them? Believe it or not, hinges are really…

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Door Renew Opens In Texas

Jordon Gonzales of Castroville, TX has opened up the great state of Texas for Door Renew.  Jordon will operate his Door Renew business on the west side of San Antonio. Despite delays due to COVID-19, Jordon persevered and now has his own business. Coming from an IT background where he rode a desk, Jordon is eager to start…

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Door Refinishing Process

Wood door refinishing is the core of Door Renew’s business. While we also do fiberglass and steel front doors, wood entry doors comprise the bulk of our restoration. Homeowners often ask how we go about refurbishing doors. Below is a quick look at Door Renew’s process. Whether the door is wood, fiberglass or steel, we…

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Door Renew teams up with BAI

With door restoration demand so strong across the country, Door Renew plans to expand. “To add more locations we need eyes and ears in parts of the country where we don’t have a presence,’ explained Door Renew vice president John Eggenberger. “BAI, Business Alliance Inc., is a great organization with affiliates across the country. These…

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DOOR RENEW EXPANDING

To expand its services Door Renew has partnered with IFPG, International Franchise Professionals Group. IFPG helps its franchise consultants pair prospective business owners with a franchise that most match the candidates strengths and interests. The partnership, which began in January 202 will help Door Renew gain a presence in more parts of the country. “We…

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