Brooklyn Antique Door Restoration

One of our customers asked if we could restore their condo's exterior antique wooden door, which was very detailed. The task was challenging due to the sheer size of the door and the intricate craftsmanship. New York winters are extra hard on exterior doors due to rain, snow, and salt. The door hadn't been refinished in the last decade or two, so it was overdue for a full overhaul.

At My Property Man, we regularly help condo communities and property owners maintain and restore the value of their buildings. For this project, the first thing we did was a proper assessment of the door to figure out if there was rotted wood, missing trim pieces, or broken hardware. Then we sanded every section of the door.

It took four full days to sand the door down to bare wood. During the sanding process, we also patched up damaged sections with wood filler. We carefully matched the exterior stain color to the interior lobby doors, which were still in pristine condition.

We also noticed that some sections of the door had been patched in the past with different species of wood. Because varying wood species can make stain matching difficult, we used a darker stain in those areas and blended them in for a seamless finish.

For condo owners and associations, maintaining common areas and features like entry doors is an important part of preserving property value. Our condo property management services include routine maintenance and restoration projects just like this one.

In the end, our customer was very satisfied with the way the door turned out. With a regular cleaning and sealing routine, this antique wooden door will last them another 50 years. If you’re looking for a rental property management partner or need help maintaining a condo building, our experienced team is here to help.