Natural wood tables are not only functional pieces of furniture, but also beautiful additions to your interior. To ensure that your table retains its natural beauty and lasts for years, there are some simple but effective steps you can take. In this blog post, we share valuable tips to keep your natural wood table in top condition.
"With loving care and attention, your wooden table will remain a timeless work of art in the heart of your home."
Natural wood tables are not only functional pieces of furniture, but also beautiful additions to your interior. To ensure that your table retains its natural beauty and lasts for years, there are some simple but effective steps you can take. In this blog post, we share valuable tips to keep your natural wood table in top condition.
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Regular Cleaning: Start by regularly dusting and cleaning with a soft, damp cloth to remove dirt and dust. Preferably use mild, wood-friendly cleaning agents to protect the natural finish of the wood.
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Avoid Excessive Water: Wood is sensitive to moisture. Wipe up spills immediately to prevent moisture from penetrating the wood. Use coasters and placemats to prevent water marks and stains.
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Periodic Maintenance: Treat your natural wood table regularly with a special wood conditioner or oil to keep the wood nourished and hydrated. This helps prevent drying out and cracking, and gives your table a beautiful shine.
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Protect from Heat and Sunlight: Keep your table out of direct sunlight and avoid exposing it to extreme heat sources such as hot pans without trivets. Heat and sunlight can cause the wood to fade and dry out.
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Prevent Scratches and Bumps: Use coasters under dishes and utensils to prevent scratches. Place felt pads under decorative items and accessories to prevent them from coming into direct contact with the table surface.
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Temperature and Humidity: Wood can expand and contract with changes in temperature and humidity. Place your table in a room with stable conditions and use humidifiers or dehumidifiers as needed.
Wood always shows some movement, although often minimal and invisible. We carefully dry the wood back to a suitable moisture content to keep problems to a minimum. It is important to understand that wood, as a natural product, can react to the conditions in your home, especially during seasonal changes. This can cause warping and cracking. The good news is that visible effects of movement often diminish once the humidity returns to normal. -
Stable humidity in the home: tips for wooden furniture
The ideal humidity in a home varies between 40 and 60 percent, while wooden furniture thrives best at a humidity of around 50 to 60 percent. Too low humidity can lead to irritation of the eyes and respiratory tract. In addition, sensitive wooden furniture can shrink or split.
On the other hand, too much humidity can be harmful to your health as well as to your furniture, as it can promote mold growth. Fortunately, you can effectively regulate humidity by ventilating and airing briefly on a regular basis. If, on the other hand, the humidity is too low, you may want to consider using a humidifier. These devices are also recommended for hay fever sufferers, as these humidifiers often have an ionizer that removes pollen, dust particles and static charges from the air.
Buying a hygrometer can simplify determining humidity. See image below:
Keep your wooden furniture in optimal condition by properly managing the humidity in your home.
By following these simple yet effective tips, you can ensure that your natural wood table remains a lifelong centerpiece in your home. Invest some time in maintaining and protecting your piece, and you will be rewarded with a table that remains both functional and aesthetically pleasing, year after year.