Saving Time and Money: How Door Stripping Can Renew Your Home’s Aesthetic

Door stripping is a process that involves removing layers of paint, varnish, or other finishes from a wooden door to reveal the natural wood underneath. It is a popular method for renewing the appearance of doors and can offer a range of benefits.

One of the main advantages of door stripping is that it allows you to restore the original beauty of your wooden doors. Over time, doors can become worn, scratched, or covered in layers of old paint or varnish. Door stripping can bring your doors back to their former glory by removing these layers and revealing the natural grain and color of the wood.

By choosing to strip your doors instead of replacing them, you can save both money and time. Door replacement can be costly, especially if you have multiple doors that need to be replaced. Door stripping, on the other hand, is a more affordable option, as it only requires the purchase of stripping materials and some basic tools. Additionally, door stripping can be done at your own convenience, without the need to hire professionals or wait for door installation appointments.

Another benefit of door stripping is that it allows you to customize the finish of your doors. Once the old layers have been removed, you have the opportunity to choose a new stain, varnish, or paint color to enhance the appearance of the wood. This gives you the flexibility to match your doors to the overall aesthetic of your home or even change the look entirely.

Door stripping also contributes to sustainable living. By restoring your existing doors instead of disposing of them, you reduce waste and minimize the environmental impact associated with door production and disposal.

In conclusion, door stripping is an effective and cost-efficient method for renewing the aesthetic of your home’s doors. It allows you to restore the natural beauty of the wood, customize the finish, and contribute to sustainable living. Consider door stripping as a viable option before embarking on a door replacement project.

Reviving Old Charm: The Art of Door Stripping

Doors are often considered the face of a house. They are what welcome us and our guests into our homes, and they have the power to make a lasting first impression. However, as time goes by, these essential features can lose their luster. Fading paint, layers of grime, and even damage can all diminish the charm of a once stunning door. But fear not, for there is an art to reviving these forgotten beauties – the art of door stripping.

Door stripping is the process of removing old layers of paint, varnish, and dirt from wooden doors, revealing the natural beauty underneath. It is a technique that has been perfected over the years, allowing homeowners to breathe new life into their doors and restore them to their former glory.

One of the most common methods of door stripping involves the use of chemical strippers. These powerful solvents work by softening the old finishes, making it easier to scrape them away. Care must be taken when using chemical strippers, as they can be harsh and potentially harmful if not used properly. It is important to follow the instructions provided and wear protective gear, such as gloves and goggles, to ensure safety.

Another method of door stripping is heat stripping. This technique involves using a heat gun or a blowtorch to apply heat to the old paint, causing it to bubble and peel away. Heat stripping requires patience and caution, as the high temperatures involved can be a fire hazard and can also damage the wood if not used correctly.

Once the old finishes have been removed, the true beauty of the door begins to emerge. The natural wood grain, the intricate carvings, and the hidden details that were once hidden under layers of paint are now on display. This is the moment when homeowners can truly appreciate the craftsmanship that went into their doors.

But door stripping is not just about aesthetic appeal. It also has practical benefits. Removing the old finishes allows for a fresh start – a chance to seal and protect the wood, preventing future damage and decay. Applying a new finish, such as varnish or paint, not only enhances the door’s appearance but also helps to prolong its lifespan.

It is important to note that door stripping is not a task that should be taken lightly. It requires time, effort, and a certain level of expertise. Therefore, it is often recommended to hire professionals who specialize in door stripping. They have the necessary knowledge, tools, and experience to ensure the job is done safely and efficiently.

Reviving the old charm of a door through stripping is a rewarding process. It not only preserves the character and beauty of a home but also adds value and uniqueness. In a world where mass-produced, generic items dominate, such preserved craftsmanship holds a special place in our hearts.

So, if you find yourself facing a tired, worn-out door, do not dismiss it as a lost cause. Instead, embrace the art of door stripping and revive its old charm. With the right techniques and a little bit of love, you can uncover a hidden gem that will captivate and welcome all who pass through its threshold.

Reconstruction of Your Old House

If you just bought a house, you will want to reconstruct it to give it a new fresh look. The Stripp Joynt can help you with that large project. We can take your old trim from each room and strip off the old paint and finish it with fresh paint to give it a clean, crisp look, or we can stain it to show the beautiful grain of the wood that was once underneath the ugly paint.

The Stripp Joynt can also work on your old interior and exterior doors to make them beautiful and looking like new.

Windows can also be beautified to add a finished polished look to your freshly painted walls.

Don’t forget about your old floors. We can work on your existing floor to bring out the best of you floors, or if you prefer, we can install brand new floors for your entire house.

Whatever your construction needs are, The Stripp Joynt can help you make your old house looking like new!

kitchen cabinet refacing vs replacing.

Most customer will say replace it rather than refacing or refinish only because some times they just go with contractors that don’t do that type of work but in reality customers can benefit from saving the aggravation of not having a working kitchen because they think is not a good idea to save it but the options on making an old kitchen look as new and function as the most expensive one by refacing it and refinishing

Pick up and delivery by The Stripp Joynt

With heavy furniture or large furniture it can be difficult to transport. That’s a problem you don’t have to stress over because the Stripp Joynt has their own transportation and can pick up and deliver for you. When it comes to door deliveries the crew will uninstall them when picked up and install them for you when delivered. When it comes to refinishing kitchen cabinets we can pick up the door fronts for you and do the cabinet frame on-site. They are very careful with transporting items because it is well known that you items are of high value to you. The crew is very considerate of customers furniture or items and will be treated gently. Maybe you don’t have your own transportation and getting a rental will be more costly plus you would need to also hire helpers to help you move. So instead of going thru hectic planning and searching all the services you need will be provided by the Stripp Joynt. This company provides their own moving gear and coverings.

Have antiques that are falling apart?

The Stripp Joynt receives over hundreds of antiques and the team is very familiar with all kinds of work it takes to restore your antique. Is your antique falling apart or losing its complexion? As they age they may need to be re glued, stabilized and repaired. It may even lose its original coating, but instead of casting it aside let the Stripp Joynt crew take a look at it and give you their opinion and give you their price for free with no obligation to have your antique restored like new to its original look or maybe you would like to change the stain color or maybe even paint it to modernize it to fit your style. Either way you chose to bring your antique back to life and the team will help you revive it.

Reworking Time

reworking your home or space can be hectic when you have many contractors involved for different expertise making several appointments that you have to keep up with and takes up time meeting with them and travel time. The Stripp Joynt makes it as easy and stress free as possible. We can remodel your space with your ideas and if you would like some opinions or advice the team members can help you with that as well. We can customize pieces for you from furniture with upholstery to cabinet units. We can remodel from your kitchen, living room, bedroom, bathroom, closets, basements, office space, and more. Start by contacting The Stripp Joynt and asking for a free estimate. Isn’t it great to get a free estimate with no obligation, so don’t hesitate and visit their office at 4176 N. Elston visit their website www.woodcarespecialist.com contact them by phone 773-478-6500 or by email thestrippjoynt@yahoo.com. You can’t go wrong with asking and finding out what works best for you and gives you an opportunity to get to know the team. You can compare prices but we will give you a good price for great quality.

Closet Zone

Need help dividing your closet into sections for more space or systematize your belongings in a limited space? Some closets may be more spacious than others but there’s a solution for every closet to appear more tidy. You can make a linen closet where you can store your towels, bathroom appliances and cleaning supplies or pantry closet for your kitchen. Most popular use for a closet would be used for self personal belongings of clothes shoes and all sorts of attire. You can start with designing how to make it work for you from having a tie rotating holder,tie and belt rack combined or separated to cubbies and shoe shelves/racks so many accessories that can help you keep organized. You have options of having Hanging rods and your choice of length and add shelves and drawers. We can install a pull out hamper or tilt out hamper, which you can also have baskets installed as tilt or pull outs. we can custom make adjustable shelve units with custom built in deco drawers. How about some shoe holders? Have some cubbies installed to keep all your shoes together clean and organized. Some shoe racks or shoe storage can be a good idea or have a custom made cabinet for your shoes. All the shelves and custom made or installed units can be refinished with any color or stain that you chose. You can count the Stripp Joynt’s crew to get the job done.

Upholstery

Tired of sitting on the couch and being uncomfortable? Here at the Stripp Joynt we can help! We can turn your old smelly couches into new comfy couches. Here we will replace the springs that don’t bounce anymore into new bouncy springs. We can remove the smelly flat cushions that you have, and put new ones in for you. We can even replace your fabrics with ones of your choice. Oh, but that’s not all our services have to provide! The Stripp Joynt can strip, stain, polish, customize, build, and refurnish your wood. We can install marble at your convenience. Need a glass top for your wooden table, we can even do that too. As you can see, we know our way around furniture. We have been in business for over 20 years! That is a long time in which we have been learning new skill that we can apply to you. People have cried at the sight of the work we have done to their things. If you have a sentimental attachment to your furniture, it will be in the best hands. We have dealt with furniture that was over a hundred years old! Need a hand with your heavy door, we can pick it up for you. If you have a big load but a small car, we offer pickup and delivery for low prices. And since we are a family company you can trust us. We do in home estimates and on site work. Don’t worry we will cover up anything that might get damaged. After we are done we will pick up and leave the place spotless. If you decide to let us do it at our shop we will leave your furniture as good as new. So now you see that we are able to redo your furniture, whether it be wood, marble, glass or upholstery we can help so don’t hesitate in giving us a call.

Customize your cabinets

If your looking to remodel your home or rooms in your home by having cabinets built in for example your laundry room, kitchen, bathroom, pantry, basement, your garage even ask The Stripp Joynt for their expert advice. When shopping around for already made cabinets it can be difficult to find one that’s well suited for you and if purchased you might even have it re customized. Built in cabinets can be convenient especially when you customize your own design of how you many drawers you need, how much storage space you want, what kind of counter top you would like, and sizes that fit your space without getting the room more crowded because the idea is to make your room more organized and spacey. Like your laundry room, to keep more organized and easier for you, you can have built in cabinets with a counter top, can be used to fold your clothing, and in the cabinets you can have your choice of size of drawers and storage space you need. You can even have pull outs built in to pullout a folding board or pullout laundry hampers, you can have more then more installed for multiple hampers to keep clothes separated, the pull out also comes in soft close which helps drawers from slamming when closing. Now kitchens cabinets are a must. You need a place to store all your pots and kitchen utensils. You can also customize a large cabinet to make a pantry or if you already have a pantry you can have cabinets or shelves built in.Having cabinets help you keep your kitchen organized and clutter free in style. Bathrooms are also a great place to have cabinets built in. Many great ways that cabinets can be useful and helpful.