Damaged external front door

[Gredawarha]

Evening all

My front door has been damaged, I don't know how this happened but do any of you fine folks have any suggestions on whether a reasonably competent DIYer can repair this?

Many thanks

Darren

 

[Armageus]

Providing that bit fits back flush, likely you could glue it back in place with some epoxy or similar.

Whether it's a sensible fix or not I don't know, as I don't know enough about composite or uPVC doors to know whether it's compromised it to any degree

 

[Gredawarha]

Providing that bit fits back flush, likely you could glue it back in place with some epoxy or similar.

Whether it's a sensible fix or not I don't know, as I don't know enough about composite or uPVC doors to know whether it's compromised it to any degree

Thanks. Yes it will fit flush, but I would need to know what best to glue it with as it is likely to want to peel back. I'm guessing an appropriate glue and a couple of clamps would work. I'm just not sure what type of glue or substance to use.

 

[Armageus]

As above Epoxy would be my choice - it's strong, and both waterproof and suitable for a wide temperature range.

 

[Mercenary Keyboard Warrior]

Your going to need to seal it, I would go with something like this, as you say clamp well

Apply liberally, clamp it up, make sure the edges are tidy but also fully sealed.

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[happy_2008]

Definately stick it down with a strong glue and then i would use a sealant to stop any moisture from getting in.

 

[Simon42]

Your going to need to seal it, I would go with something like this, as you say clamp well

Apply liberally, clamp it up, make sure the edges are tidy but also fully sealed.

Soudal Fix All Sealant & Adhesive Crystal 290ml - Screwfix

Order online at Screwfix.com. High quality, solvent-free hybrid sealant and adhesive. Seals and bonds internally and externally in all weather conditions. Blue pigment is UV-resistant and stops yellowing. FREE next day delivery available, free collection in 1 minute.

www.screwfix.com

Another vote for this as you need to stick and seal at the same time which is more difficult with that repair. Soudal fix all remains slightly flexible but has a very good grab and seals like a thick silicone.

I would mask around the joins to reduce overspill, apply some generally behind that piece but not too thick in one place, possibly used a filler knife to apply if you cannot get the nozzle in lower down. Then add a good amount where the edge joins are.

Once pushed in place wipe any excess, silicone sealant tools are great for this even on uneven surfaces and clamp. When set rub away any small bits that have gone onto the door and that should be a good seal.

The other side of the door looks to have the plastic finish blowing out a bit - does this door get much sun as being black it will suffer more generally?

 

[Buffman]

I'd be tempted to say black CT1 to stick it and clamp it, any excess that peels around the edges will be black so well hidden and then clean off the excess. I know it can deal well with heat too

 

[Gredawarha]

Another vote for this as you need to stick and seal at the same time which is more difficult with that repair. Soudal fix all remains slightly flexible but has a very good grab and seals like a thick silicone.

I would mask around the joins to reduce overspill, apply some generally behind that piece but not too thick in one place, possibly used a filler knife to apply if you cannot get the nozzle in lower down. Then add a good amount where the edge joins are.

Once pushed in place wipe any excess, silicone sealant tools are great for this even on uneven surfaces and clamp. When set rub away any small bits that have gone onto the door and that should be a good seal.

The other side of the door looks to have the plastic finish blowing out a bit - does this door get much sun as being black it will suffer more generally?

Good call on masking around the joints and thanks to everyone else.

Yes the other side looks damaged as well, the door faces South/West so gets a good half day in the Hampshire sunshine.

 

[Simon42]

Good call on masking around the joints and thanks to everyone else.

Yes the other side looks damaged as well, the door faces South/West so gets a good half day in the Hampshire sunshine.

Yeah same here which is why we had a uPVC front door fitted when we did the whole house. It isn't as nice looking but it is sun proof!

CT1 is also a very good choice as mentioned above and what's key is both Soudal Fix All and CT1 come in black to hide the join.

 

[~Divine~Wind~]

I'd be tempted to say black CT1 to stick it and clamp it, any excess that peels around the edges will be black so well hidden and then clean off the excess. I know it can deal well with heat too

@Gredawarha

100% this

If ct1 can keep my fence affixed to the wall in gale force winds then I'd trust it with a littlw bit of plastic cladding haha.

there's also yt vids of it holding things like skips and vans while they're lifted.

Good stuff is ct1

 

[alexakasloth]

Another vote for epoxy, bit of tape to hold it in place whilst it dries. Half hour or so and it will be done.

 

[Gredawarha]

Thank you all for contributing, went with CT1 in the end and I have to say that stuff is strong. Door now stuck and the crack areas sealed. You can see the cracks at close inspection and my shoddy workmanship but it seems to be holding well as the photo was taken today and I stuck and sealed the door several weeks ago. Fingers crossed it holds for some time. Thanks again guys!