First, dusting. Dusting should be done frequently, because dust rubs the surface of solid wood furniture every day. It is best to use a clean soft cotton cloth, such as an old white T-shirt or baby cotton cloth. Never use sponges or dishwashing utensils to wipe your furniture. When dusting, please use a soaked and wrung out cotton cloth, because wet cotton cloth can reduce friction and avoid scratching furniture, and also help to reduce static electricity on the dust adsorption, which is conducive to the removal of dust on the surface of the furniture. However, we should avoid water residue on the surface of the furniture, it is recommended that the best dry cotton cloth and then wipe again.
Second, cleaning. In order to remove the furniture surface by the air pollutants, cooking fumes, operation of the stains and varnish when the residue caused by the traces, we recommend the use of special furniture cleaner. This solvent also helps to remove excess wax.
Third, waxing. Regularly wax your furniture, every 3 months, with a coat of wax. Before using polish wax on furniture, check to see if the lacquer surface is intact. On the newer solid wood furniture, to first use a fine cotton cloth to wipe the surface dust, on the survival of too long or difficult to remove the stains, can be dipped in a cotton cloth with a small amount of gasoline or alcohol wipe. Then use a small piece of cotton cloth dipped in the right amount of wax coating a large area, and then use a larger dry cloth according to the circumference of the block will be evenly rubbed wax, wax, should be used before a milder non-alkaline soapy water will be wiped out of the old wax, and wax can not be too dense, otherwise it will block the pores of the wood. Excessive waxing will also damage the appearance of the coating. American solid wood furniture is simple, natural and dignified and elegant, but because of the changes in the moisture content of the wood may be deformed or cracked, so especially need to be carefully cared for, especially in this hot summer. For example, can not let the sun for a long time directly irradiated, can not be too cold or too hot, too dry and humid environment is not suitable for solid wood furniture. If the frequent switching of air conditioning caused by excessive changes in temperature and humidity, even qualified solid wood furniture products will sometimes occur deformation, cracking phenomenon.
Fourth, daily care. Avoid letting the sun shine on the surface of the furniture for a long time, or it is easy to make the internal moisture of the wood is out of balance, resulting in cracks; in the fall and winter drier environment, need to regularly use artificial humidification measures to supplement the excessive loss of moisture, such as often with a soft cloth wet wipe furniture, etc.; to maintain good humidity, the ideal humidity in 40% or so, if you use the cold for a long time, can be placed next to the pot of water. The temperature difference should not be too large, to avoid air conditioning on and off, resulting in drastic temperature changes; overheated items to avoid placing directly on the surface of the furniture, which will damage the surface of the furniture to protect the paint and wax.
Fifth, avoid damage. In daily use, solid wood furniture should be avoided contact with sharp or rough objects to prevent the surface from being scratched or worn. At the same time, we should also avoid placing heavy objects directly on the surface of the furniture, so as not to crush or deformation. When moving furniture, it should be gently held and placed to avoid collision or fall.
Six, timely treatment of stains. If the surface of solid wood furniture accidentally stained, should immediately wipe clean with a clean cloth or paper towel. For difficult to remove stains, you can use professional cleaners to deal with. However, it should be noted that do not use cleaners containing alcohol, gasoline and other chemicals, so as not to cause damage to the surface of the furniture.
Seven, regular maintenance. In addition to daily dusting, cleaning and waxing, solid wood furniture also needs regular maintenance and repair. You can regularly ask professional furniture maintenance personnel to check and maintain to ensure that the furniture is intact and beautiful.
Solid wood furniture with its natural, environmentally friendly, durable features loved by people, but also need us to care and maintenance. Only with proper care and maintenance can solid wood furniture maintain its long-lasting beauty and value. We hope that the above solid wood furniture maintenance methods can help you, so that your furniture glows with a more charming luster.
