Door Frame Restoration
Story
The client had been quoted nearly DKK 20,000 to replace the entire door frame because its base had rotted. That’s a common answer: full replacement is faster for large companies, but it also means paying to discard 95% of a frame that’s still perfectly sound.
At Fixera I follow a repair-first approach whenever it’s safe and makes sense. It’s usually more affordable, less wasteful, and just as strong. After reviewing the photos, I confirmed that this frame could indeed be saved.
I carefully removed every bit of rotten wood until I reached solid timber, sealed the exposed areas against moisture, fabricated a custom insert, fixed it securely, filled and sanded the surface, and finished with an exterior-grade paint system made for Danish weather.
The result: a sturdy, aligned frame with clean lines, proper protection, and a far smaller bill than full replacement.
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Highlights
Repair-first approach
Kept the sound parts of the frame and rebuilt only the damaged base.
Weather protection
Sealed exposed timber and finished with exterior-grade coatings.
Clean, durable finish
Custom insert, filling and sanding for a smooth result that blends in.
Step-by-step
Outcome
- Strong, durable base with proper moisture protection.
- Clean finish aligned with the existing frame.
- Significantly lower cost compared to full replacement.