Solid Wood Door Moisture Method: How to Effectively Protect Your Wooden Door?

In home decoration, solid wood doors are favored by consumers because of their natural beauty and convenience. But non-scaling materials are easily affected by the air, causing moisture changes, cracking, and even mold, affecting their service life and beauty. Therefore, understanding and mastering the correct moisture-proof method is an important resource that every family and wooden door factory should pay attention to during production, installation and use. In this article, we will explain the moisture-proof method of solid wood doors in detail.

Why D o Doors Made o f Solid Wood Need Moisture-Proof?

Solid wood doors are mainly made of natural wood. Wood itself is hygroscopic and easily affected by changes in environmental tides. If the air humidity is too high, the solid wood door will absorb moisture and expand, causing the door to deform and be difficult to close. If the air is too dry and moisture evaporates, the solid wood door may crack. Therefore, appropriate moisture-proof measures can effectively extend the service life of solid wood doors and maintain the stability of their appearance and functions.

How t o Prevent Moisture From Entering Solid Wood Doors

1.Select high-quality materials and processes

When producing solid wood doors, wooden door factories, such as Zonle Door Wooden Door Factory, give priority to wood with stable moisture content, such as teak, oak, walnut, etc., which are relatively resistant to moisture. In addition, the factory should use advanced drying technology to control the moisture content of the wood within an appropriate range (generally 8%-12%) to reduce subsequent deformation caused by humidity changes.

2.Surface moisture-proof treatment

(1) Painting:  The surface of solid wood doors is usually painted with paint or protective film to form a waterproof barrier to minimize moisture penetration into the wood. Using high-quality wood paint (such as polyester paint or water-based paint) can not only improve the moisture-proof performance of the door, but also improve its appearance.

(2) Edge sealing:  The edges around the door are easily invaded by moisture, so during the production and installation process, the edges of the door should be painted and sealed to prevent moisture from entering.

3.Reasonable settings to reduce the impact of environmental humidity

(1) Adapt to the environment before installation: Before installing the solid wood door, it is recommended to place it in the installation environment for a period of time (generally more than 48 hours) to allow it to adapt to the local humidity and reduce deformation caused by environmental changes after installation.

(2) Leave expansion joints during installation: Because wood will expand or contract due to changes in humidity, it is necessary to leave appropriate expansion joints during installation to prevent the door from getting stuck due to changes in the door frame size.

(3) Avoid damp walls: If the walls of your home are relatively damp, solid wood doors will be easily affected. Therefore, when decorating, you should first check whether the walls are dry. It is recommended to use moisture-proof paint, insulation boards and other moisture-proof treatment measures, especially in humid places such as bathrooms and kitchens.

4.Daily care and maintenance

(1) Frequent ventilation:  Keeping indoor air circulation is the key to preventing moisture accumulation, especially in rainy seasons and humid areas. Indoor humidity can be reduced by using dehumidifiers, air conditioners or opening windows for ventilation.

(2) Avoid direct contact with water: When cleaning solid wood doors, do not wipe them directly with a wet cloth. Use a clean soft cloth or a slightly damp rag. If they are accidentally stained with water, wipe them off and dry them immediately.

(3) Use wood wax oil or maintenance oil: Apply wood wax oil or wood maintenance oil specially made for solid wood doors regularly to form a protective film on the surface of the wooden door to prevent moisture penetration and maintain the gloss of the wooden door.

5.Moisture-proof measures for special occasions

(1) For bathrooms and kitchens with high requirements for moisture and water resistance, it is recommended to use non-stick composite doors with high moisture resistance, or add a waterproof coating on the surface of the non-stick material door. At the same time, a waterproof cover can be installed at the bottom of the door to prevent water vapor from penetrating through the door gap.

(2) In humid areas with high humidity and small area, it is recommended to use solid wood doors with special moisture-proof treatment and use a dehumidifier or wood wax oil for regular maintenance.

Concluzie

The moisture-proof maintenance of solid wood door is a full-cycle project through production, installation and use. From the source of wood door factory timber selection and process control, to the consumer's environmental adaptation and scientific maintenance, each link of fine management has a direct impact on the anti-humidity performance and service life of solid wood door.