How to Prevent Warping in Interior Doors

Warped interior doors can present many problems for a homeowner, particularly in humid climates. A simple solution to this problem is to pain the top and the bottom of the doors, to prevent moisture from entering. Following the steps outlined here will help keep your interior doors from warping due to excess humidity.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• nail and hammer
• small can of paint or sealer
• saw horses or a table
• 1 inch paint brush

How to prevent warping in your interior doors

1. Remove the door by sliding out the hinge pins, use a nail and hammer to tap out the pins from the bottom up.

2. Place the door on sawhorses or a table top.

3. Paint both the top and the bottom of the door with sealer or paint with two coats.

4. Let the paint dry, and reinstall the doors.