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Care and Maintenance
Wood furniture
Wood displays different grain patterns depending on which way they cut - for example, the ‘medullary
ray’ which can appear on oak furniture is a mark of good quality timber - these are just characteristics
of the natural beauty of the wood. Some furniture is also deliberately aged and rustic.
Wood veneer also allows distinctive patterns to be created on flat surfaces, such as table tops and
drawer fronts by the way the slivers are arranged.
All timber surfaces will change colour and mellow over time. New furniture will initially vary in shade from
items that have been previously purchased.
How to care for your wood furniture
Furniture with a hard lacquer, wax polish or painted surface should be dusted with a dry cloth.
Waxed furniture will need to be given a coat of beeswax a couple of times a year to help maintain its lustre.
Spray polishes are best avoided as they contain silicones which may spoil the furniture’s surface by
building up over time.
Our furniture will endure most temperatures in the home but it is best to avoid placing furniture next to
heat sources such as radiators or fires. Be particularly careful with solid wood as the lack of humidity
caused by central heating can cause damage such as warping.
