Make sure you fill the nicks and scratches evenly.
How to fix dog scratches on wood door frame.
To prevent this cut a piece of vinyl lattice to the same size as your doorjamb.
Apply the drywall joint compound with the putty knife to fill in any gashes.
Then nail your vinyl to the jamb and cover the nail holes with caulking for security.
Wipe the scratched area with a rag dipped in thinner to keep the stain from looking blotchy.
Scrape the area clean and even with the putty knife.
Fill the nicks and scratches with wood filler putty.
How to repair dog scratches on the wood door if your pooch has developed light scratches then you can make use of steel wool made up of excellent material.
Apply the putty evenly with the putty knife.
You can use an epoxy wood filler to repair the gouges as well just be sure it matches the colour of the trim on the door.
Now rub the affected with the steel wool.
Allow it to dry according to the time recommended on the label.
Finish by applying varnish on the affected areas of the door.
Dip a putty knife into wood filler and scoop out as much as necessary to make repairs.
Wait for it to dry then sand smooth.
This is how you can repair wood trim that has been scratched by pets or gouged by moving furniture etc.
Drag the brush lightly along one edge and quickly wipe it dry to see how the color looks.
You may have to leave the door half open until the varnish finishes drying to avoid staining the door jamb.
Fill up the scratches with commercially available wood filler.
Hold the can of lacquer 8 inches from the surface of the wood at a 30 degree angle.
Spray overlapping bands of lacquer.
Spray a light coat of aerosol lacquer onto the door frame or window ledge.
Apply the wood filler to the sanded areas smoothing off the excess.
Once the filler has dried up lightly sand the area and wipe away all the dust.
Cover the door s weather strip to protect it.
In addition to the door itself your dog may scratch up the thin weather strip between the door s hinges and frame.