If you’ve got a scratched pocket door, it’s probably because you’ve walked into the door at an angle, or you may have bumped into it. Either way, the result is the same: your door has a horizontal line on it. This can be really frustrating if you like the look of your door, and a bit of work to get rid of. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to get rid of a scratched door. Most of them require a little bit of time, patience, creativity, and a bit of DIY know-how. Here’s How To Fix Pocket Door Scratching.
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Sand the Door Down
One of the easiest and most affordable ways to fix a scratched door is to sand it down. This process involves sanding all the way down to the wood. The best route for sanding a door is from the center out, with circular motions. This ensures that you don’t end up with a rough surface and it’s also less likely that you will damage anything else in your home while you work on it. Sand gently, going slowly so as not to risk gouging into the finish of your door.
Repair the Scratches
The first step is to clean the door. If you have a cream wax, you can use this on the scratches to fill them in. For dry scratches, use a rubber eraser to remove the dried wax and then wipe away the residue with a cloth or paper towel. If your door already has a hole in it where the pocket is missing, don’t worry! You can take advantage of that hole instead of having to create another one. Putty is an easy way to fix up a makeshift pocket door. To do this, you will need some putty, some sandpaper, and tape. First cut out two strips of putty about 3 inches long for each side of your door. Apply one strip on top of the other with small cracks between them. Use sandpaper to smooth out any rough edges and then cover them with tape all around so they stick together well.
Wax the Door
If your door is really scratched up, you may want to try waxing. A wax job usually takes a little bit of time, and the results are worth it. First, you’ll need some Wix Wax Polish. It’s a good idea to apply the product with a cloth or sponge. You can also use a squeegee to help spread the polish evenly. If you want to go further, you can use furniture polish as well in order to get the best results. After you’ve applied the polish, let it dry for about 10 minutes before buffing it out with a cloth or sponge. Do this two or three times until all of the scratches are gone.
Paint the Door
This is probably the easiest way to fix a scratched pocket door. Paint the door and let it dry overnight. Then, you can remove the paint that dripped onto your floor and start again.
Protect the Door
To get rid of a scratched pocket door, you’ll need to first protect the door. You don’t want to fix one scratch and then have another scratch pop up because you didn’t protect the door properly. The best way to do this is with plastic sheeting or duct tape. Put the plastic sheeting over your door where the scratches are and then tape it in place. You can also use sticky back plastic or a touch-up pen to cover small areas on your door that need a little help. If you do this, make sure that there is no “bubble” around your edges. This will prevent any paint from getting under your tape and ruining the finish of your door before it dries.
Replace the Pocket Panel
The first and most common way to fix a scratched door is to replace the pocket panel. This is like replacing a window in a house. Unfortunately, this is harder to do than it sounds, so you may need some help from a professional.
How to install pocket door in existing doorway?
If you want to install a pocket door in your existing doorway, simply measure the height of your doorway and add 2 inches. That’s the distance between the bottom of the pocket door and the floor. Next, use a pocket door kit that comes with screws and installation instructions to attach it to the frame of your doorway. It’s best to install this kind of door where there are no gaps or crevices that can catch on other parts of your door.
Conclusion
In this article, we have listed DIY solutions for repairing a scratched door. But if you are thinking of replacing your pocket door, we have also included a handy guide on how to install a new one.
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