Door Stripping in Hammersmith (268)

Bringing old doors back to life can completely change the look and feel of your home. Whether you’ve moved into a period property or you’re refreshing a modern space, door stripping in Hammersmith And Fulham is a smart way to uncover natural wood and prep your doors for a fresh finish.

Door stripping in Hammersmith And Fulham

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Common door stripping jobs in Hammersmith And Fulham

• Paint removal from interior and exterior doors
• Dipping and stripping solid wood doors
• Sanding and prepping veneered doors
• Repairing damaged wood before refinishing

Average cost of door stripping in Hammersmith And Fulham

• Hand stripping can start around £20 - £40 per door, while dipping may range between £50 - £80 per door.
• Costs may rise if repairs or multiple paint layers are involved.
• Prices vary depending on the method.

Additional costs to think about

• Collection and delivery of doors
• New hardware
• Finishing treatments (Painting, varnishing, staining)

What's included in a quote

• Labour
• Safe paint removal
• Prepping for painting or varnishing
• Waste disposal

Qualifications to check

• Public Liability Insurance
• Experience with door restoration
• Knowledge of different wood types

How long it takes

Hand sanding a door might take a few hours.

Dipping can strip multiple doors in a day, but drying and prep time means you’ll need to allow at least 2 - 3 days.

Door stripping in Hammersmith And Fulham: Homeowners vs renters

Homeowners:

If you own your property, you’re free to restore your doors as you wish. For listed or period homes, check whether planning restrictions apply before removing original finishes.

Renters:

Always speak to your landlord first. Any work on original doors (especially exterior ones) will need their approval. If paint is flaking or unsafe (like lead paint), the landlord is usually responsible for repairs.

Emergency door stripping in Hammersmith And Fulham

Door stripping isn’t usually an emergency job. But if you’re dealing with:

• Fire damaged doors
• Water damaged doors
• Stuck doors that won’t open due to swelling or paint build-up
• Safety concerns

...it may need urgent attention. In these cases, use our search tool to find an emergency tradesperson in Hammersmith And Fulham who can repair or replace the door quickly.

Find a door stripping service in Hammersmith And Fulham

Checkatrade tradespeople can help with:

• Stripping interior and exterior doors
• Removing stubborn paint layers
• Dipping and stripping solid wood doors
• Hand sanding veneered or fragile doors
• Repairing cracks, dents, or splits in wood
• Preparing doors for repainting, staining, or varnishing

Use our free search tool to find door stripping services covering your local area. Or try our request a quote form and we’ll pass your job to three local companies in Hammersmith And Fulham.