Oak doors are used on large scale and they have always been popular among people. Due to the fact that oak is really durable and resistant to fungus and insect; it is widely used to make exterior doors. But in order to cherish them for long time, you need to be careful of them on regular basis because there are chances that after some time oak doors might get effected by moisture, humidity and condensation.  These doors can be taken care of with right kind of paint, varnish and wax. These should be applied every now and then to maintain the quality and durability of the oak door. Paint is considered as the best way to take care of your Oak doors. You can get your oak doors painted at the factory itself and then there will be no other requirement. It is important to do because if you leave your oak door untreated it will not last longer. Therefore, single coat of premier, two coats of undercoat and exterior paint is must. While you get it done, make sure that the whole surface is covered. If you want to get it painted again, then you need to clean the whole surface and then start the process.  Cleaning the surface will help you apply the paint effectively.

In order to watch out of your oak Ledge doors, you can also do that with stain, varnish or oil. Depending on the type of finish you've done, doors might need further treatment. Oak doors are handled in a specific method and it's important to follow the instructions to treat it in the right way. Doors that are left unprocessed need to be cleaned before and you should always check that if there is any grime, wooden particles or handling marks.  Before you apply the paint, it is important to apply few coats to cover and seal the surface completely. You must apply coats of varnish, oils and stain on the door. There are special oils and varnishes available that are specially made for these purposes and they are made from Tung tree and linseed plant.

If you wish to treat unsealed interior and exterior doors, you can use various wax based products available in the market. You can also find products that are water resistant and can also them for rooms that are damp. Also there are other products like beeswax that is used to protect the doors from unnecessary dryness. All the oak doors must be treated right and make it a point that you don't miss areas where there are hinges and cuts. You should always work on the door as soon as it is detached from the covering and get all the work done in dry environment. Although these doors are very strong but in case any scratches are left uncovered, there are chances of wood buckling especially in external doors. If you will follow all the above mentioned tips, you will be able to take care of your oak doors and they turn out to be long lasting. Make sure you choose high quality products that will help in increasing their life and improve the look of your overall house.