13 Wood Related Defects Not Typically Covered in the Defects Inspection Checklist
#1. Nail lodged underneath the door Nails are used in the constructions of the door. However, there are cases when the exposed nails are accidentally left lodged beneath the doors. This is especially dangerous for the younger children, when their tiny toes are caught beneath the doors. Side note: A rusty nail was found lodged beneath our bathroom door when we carried out the defect checks. The red arrow shows the nail hole, which has since been filled up with wood putty after the rectification. What it means to you? Use a mirror to check for foreign objects underneath the doors and get them removed. #2. Crack line in door panel Image from BCA Sometimes, cracks will appear in the door panel as the door panel shrinks or expands when the weather temperature variation is too much. Other than this, a crack line may also appear when there is a heavy impact on the door panel. What it means to you? Get the door replaced and ensure that there is ample ventilation in the room after r...