--- title: Fix Sill Deck Damage Instantly with the Replaceable Deck Sill (RDS) description: The Replaceable Deck Sill is the first and only sill that lets you avoid the cost and time of replacing your sill. With RDS, sill deck damage is a quick and easy fix. image: https://info.betterdoor.com/hubfs/dentedsill.png ---  Enjoy FREE Standard Shipping on many items throughout the site! [MY ACCOUNT](https://betterdoor.com/my-account/)   [BLOG](https://info.betterdoor.com/blog)    [FAQS](https://help.betterdoor.com/knowledge) [![betterdoor-large-logo](https://info.betterdoor.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo/betterdoor-large-logo.png?width=300&name=betterdoor-large-logo.png "betterdoor-large-logo")](https://betterdoor.com/) - [Home](https://www.betterdoor.com/) - [About](https://www.betterdoor.com/about-us/) - [Products](https://www.betterdoor.com/shop/) - [Sills & Sill Systems](https://www.betterdoor.com/product-category/sills-and-sill-systems/) - [Locks & Hardware](https://www.betterdoor.com/product-category/locks-and-hardware/) - [French Door Solutions](https://www.betterdoor.com/product-category/french-door-solutions/) - [Weathersealing](https://www.betterdoor.com/product-category/weathersealing/) - [Rot-Proof Door Frames](https://betterdoor.com/product-category/exterior-door-frame-jamb-rot-repair-kit/) - [How To](https://www.betterdoor.com/learn/) - [Contact](https://www.betterdoor.com/contact-us/) - [Door Repair Center](https://info.betterdoor.com/blog/door-repair-center) # [Fix Sill Deck Damage Instantly with the Replaceable Deck Sill (RDS)](https://info.betterdoor.com/blog/door-repair-center/meet-replaceable-deck-sill) Written by BetterDoor June 19, 2020 ### Topics  ### Posts by Tag - [How-To (10)](https://info.betterdoor.com/blog/door-repair-center/tag/how-to) - [Tips and Tricks (6)](https://info.betterdoor.com/blog/door-repair-center/tag/tips-and-tricks) - [Fast Fixes (5)](https://info.betterdoor.com/blog/door-repair-center/tag/fast-fixes) - [Weathersealing (5)](https://info.betterdoor.com/blog/door-repair-center/tag/weathersealing) - [Door Care (4)](https://info.betterdoor.com/blog/door-repair-center/tag/door-care) - [Door Sills (4)](https://info.betterdoor.com/blog/door-repair-center/tag/door-sills) - [#FixItFriday (3)](https://info.betterdoor.com/blog/door-repair-center/tag/fixitfriday) - [Door It Yourself (3)](https://info.betterdoor.com/blog/door-repair-center/tag/door-it-yourself) - [Astragals (2)](https://info.betterdoor.com/blog/door-repair-center/tag/astragals) - [BetterDoor (2)](https://info.betterdoor.com/blog/door-repair-center/tag/betterdoor) - [Door Draft (2)](https://info.betterdoor.com/blog/door-repair-center/tag/door-draft) - [Frame Rot (2)](https://info.betterdoor.com/blog/door-repair-center/tag/frame-rot) - [French Doors (2)](https://info.betterdoor.com/blog/door-repair-center/tag/french-doors) - [door astragal (2)](https://info.betterdoor.com/blog/door-repair-center/tag/door-astragal) - [Cut-Down Astragals (1)](https://info.betterdoor.com/blog/door-repair-center/tag/cut-down-astragals) - [Cutting Sill Caps (1)](https://info.betterdoor.com/blog/door-repair-center/tag/cutting-sill-caps) - [Door Leaks (1)](https://info.betterdoor.com/blog/door-repair-center/tag/door-leaks) - [Exterior Door (1)](https://info.betterdoor.com/blog/door-repair-center/tag/exterior-door) - [Sills (1)](https://info.betterdoor.com/blog/door-repair-center/tag/sills) - [door frame (1)](https://info.betterdoor.com/blog/door-repair-center/tag/door-frame) ![dentedsill](https://info.betterdoor.com/hs-fs/hubfs/dentedsill.png?width=350&name=dentedsill.png) Whether you’re a builder, a remodeler, or a DIY-er, no one likes the feeling of finishing a home project only to find the exterior sill deck has been damaged during the process. A damaged deck doesn’t just look bad – even surface scratches can lead to rusting and further issues over time. Repairs can mean replacing the entire sill, or even the door unit.   **Don’t live with sill deck damage, but don’t pay to replace your entire sill system either!** # Meet the Replaceable Deck Sill Construction mishaps, painting, and even time can leave you with scratches, dents, and discoloration on your exterior sill deck. The Replaceable Deck Sill is the first and only sill that lets you avoid the cost and time of replacing your sill. With RDS, sill deck damage is a quick and easy fix. A damaged sill comes with a high cost in both time and money to replace. Traditionally, sill deck damage means cutting into the jamb and ripping out the original sill to replace it with a new one. RDS eliminates this costly problem by providing you with an easy and cost-effective solution. Once the replaceable deck sill is installed, anyone can replace the sill deck in a few quick steps with tools you have on hand.   ## Sill Deck Damage Goes From Damaged to Done in 4 Easy Steps: ### ![RDS-1-e1580942252842](https://info.betterdoor.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RDS-1-e1580942252842.png?width=150&name=RDS-1-e1580942252842.png)Step 1: Disengage Use a putty knife to bend the edge of the deck away from the substrate. ### ![RDS-2-e1580942291677](https://info.betterdoor.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RDS-2-e1580942291677.png?width=150&name=RDS-2-e1580942291677.png)Step 2: Remove Slide the damaged deck straight out, away from the sill. ### ![RDS-3-e1580942317241](https://info.betterdoor.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RDS-3-e1580942317241.png?width=150&name=RDS-3-e1580942317241.png)Step 3: Replace Slide the new deck into place and tap the edges with a mallet and wood block. ### ![RDS-4-e1580942391789](https://info.betterdoor.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RDS-4-e1580942391789.png?width=150&name=RDS-4-e1580942391789.png)Step 4: Done Enjoy your damage-free deck!     The Replaceable Deck Sill is available with a variety of sill caps and finishes. 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