How Do You Use Wood Putty To Repair A Rotted Out Door Frame?
Rot on a door frame allows air to escape and makes your home less energy efficient, plus it’s ugly. The problem with rot is once it starts, if not removed, it continues to burrow into the wood; before you know it, the whole frame needs replacing. A less painful option is to inspect door frames routinely and remove rot before it gets too deep. Wood putty is available to replace small areas of rotting wood on doors. It’s easy to apply and inexpensive. Use a chisel or putty knife to scrape away rotted wood. Scrape off all of the rot you can see, making sure to get it all; it may go deeper than you think. Drill a fine hole into the area. If it comes out clean, with no black, you got all of the rot. Wood putty will be appropriate only if the rot is not too deep. Place a small amount of the putty in a hidden area to test how well it adheres to the wood. Use epoxy wood putty, which will create a hard surface. Try to find a color close to the color of your frame. Use a putty knife to apply the
