Tip: Sealing Edges of Wood Door

When you take a door off the hinges to paint or stain it, you may also want to deal with the edges of the door.

Leaving raw, unfinished wood edges on your door is a big no-no. Over time, moisture can enter these unfinished edges and slowly warp and otherwise disfigure your door.

So, if the edges o the door are unfinished (that is, unpainted and raw), seal the edges of the door with one thin coat of clear wood sealer. A coat of paint may be too much, and may adversely affect the operation of your door. But wood sealer soaks in and is thin enough that it won’t affect the opening and closing of your door.