Climate Control & Light
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Do not place your new wooden furniture in direct sunlight. Over time, UV rays can bleach and damage the integrity of the wood.
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Place your wooden furniture away from heat sources such as fireplaces, radiators, or heating vents. Regular exposure to heat will eventually dry and warp the wood.
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Avoid significant fluctuations in temperature and humidity which cause the wood to expand and shrink. Use a dehumidifier or humidifier to maintain a more stable climate. The ideal climate for wooden furniture is a consistent 60-80ΛF and 30-60% humidity, all year.
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Regular Care
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Use placemats, tablecloths, trivets, and coasters for tables. While our wooden furniture has a durable finish, heat and moisture can cause damage to any wood surface.
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Avoid the use of rubber and plastics on wooden furniture. As plastics break down, they can bleach their color onto the woodβs surface and chemically damage the finish.
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Maintenance and Cleaning
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Dust your wooden furniture frequently. Dust with the grain of the wood to maintain the integrity of the natural wood design.
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Microfiber cloths are best at trapping dirt but any soft cloth can be used to dust your furniture. Refold the cloth often to avoid redepositing dust back onto the surface.
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Avoid spray polishes. Repeated use causes a build-up of the polish which dulls the surface of your furniture.
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Consistently use the same type of polish on your wooden furniture. Using a wax-based polish and an oil-based polish interchangeably can result in a cloudy or streaked appearance on your wood finish.
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Only use cleaning products that are designed for the finish applied to your particular piece of wood. When in doubt, a soft cloth moistened with water and a drop of detergent will adequately clean most wooden surfaces. To regularly clean a frequently used wooden surface, such as a dining table, a mixture of 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar to 1 cup of water will help remove normal daily residue.
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Never saturate your wooden surfaces. When using a moistened wet cloth to clean your wood, immediately rinse and dry the surface when you are finished.
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Powder-coated metals may be cleaned with a clean, damp cloth.