Your front door is the first thing guests see — and the first thing Kansas City weather goes after.

Between direct sun, rain, humidity, and temperature swings, even the most premium wood entry doors eventually fade, peel, or lose their protective clear coat.

Whether you have a mahogany, oak, fir, pine, or custom solid wood door, front door refinishing in Kansas City is a smart way to restore beauty and protect your home’s entryway.

When done professionally, it brings the wood back to life and shields it from the elements for years.

Below, you’ll find what goes into a proper refinish, what affects the cost, and what most KC homeowners can expect when restoring their front door.

Why Kansas City Front Doors Need Regular Refinishing

Midwest weather swings are tough on wood — especially here in Kansas City, where UV exposure and humidity levels change fast.

Signs your door needs professional restoration include:

• faded or dull finish
• peeling stain or clear coat
• sun bleaching
• dark streaks or blackened wood
• dryness or surface cracking
• water absorption
• rough or feathering grain

South- and west-facing entries take the most UV damage.

A proper exterior door restoration stops the deterioration and restores the rich, natural look of the wood.

South- and west-facing entries take the most UV damage

A proper exterior door restoration stops the deterioration and restores the rich, natural look of the wood.

What Types of Doors Can Be Refinished in Kansas City?

At Stain Right KC, we specialize in wood door refinishing and staining for a variety of materials:

Mahogany Door Refinishing

Deep reddish-brown wood that restores beautifully with proper conditioning.

Oak Door Refinishing

Strong, visible grain that absorbs stain consistently.

Fir & Pine Door Refinishing

Softwoods that need extra protection to weather Kansas City seasons.

Custom Solid Hardwood Doors

High-end designs with decorative panels or glass.

Fiberglass Door Staining (Yes — They Can Be Refinished!)

With the right products, fiberglass doors can mimic natural wood and hold a durable clear coat.

Optional Add-Ons for a Complete Door Restoration

• Hardware removal/reinstallation
  
• Storm door removal
  
• New weatherstripping
  
• Extra UV coats
  
• Color changes
  
• Matching sidelights or trim
  

These options may affect the timeline and final cost, but we always present them upfront.

How Long a Refinished Door Lasts in Kansas City

Durability depends on sun exposure:

• 2–4+ years for south/west-facing doors
  
• 4–7+ years for shaded or covered entries
  

The clear coat takes the UV damage — not the wood itself.
For maximum longevity, we offer marine-grade and multi-coat systems.

Why Choose Stain Right KC for Front Door Refinishing?

Because quality matters — especially on the first thing people see when they walk up to your home.

Our Kansas City door refinishing service:

• uses premium, long-lasting products
  
• includes full sanding (no shortcuts)
  
• restores natural grain and color depth
  
• protects against sun, moisture, and weather
  
• avoids cheap “wipe-on only” stain jobs
  
• keeps your entryway looking polished and premium
  

Your front door sets the tone for your entire home. We treat it like it matters.

Get a Fast Front Door Refinishing Quote

To get a quote, send us:

• a photo of the outside of the door
  
• a photo of the inside
  
• what direction the door faces (north/south/east/west)
  
• your address