How Do You Fix Holes In The Interior Of Pine Closet Doors?
Pine closet doors add good looks to your home. Because pine is a soft wood, it can dent easily. Holes, dents and gouges can mar the finish, making you think you need a new door. Before you run out and purchase a new pine door for the closet, fix the hole instead. The job is not hard and your pine interior door can look new again. Remove the door from the frame, using a screwdriver. Once the door is free, lay the door damaged side up across a pair of sawhorses. Clean the area around the damaged wood thoroughly with a wood cleaner. Remove dirt or grime from the door. Scrape away any paint or varnish, using a paint scraper or sandpaper. You can do just that area or the entire door if you think you won’t be able to match the stain or paint on the rest of your door. Dig into the damaged area with a knife, screwdriver or wood chisel. Expose the bare wood so the putty will adhere better. Open the wood putty. Dip in the corner of your putty knife and pull out a small amount. Try to get just en
