Part 1
Follow the nature of wood
The maintenance of furniture should follow the nature of wood, that is, the "temper" of furniture. Summer is here, and it rains frequently. Furniture should not be placed near windows to avoid moisture in rainy weather, which will damage the surface and mortise and tenon joints. Many furniture are also afraid of wind, especially furniture with surfaces such as tables, cabinets, etc., which are affected by "shrinkage and swelling" and are prone to cracking and warping after being blown in the wind for a long time.
Part 2
Desktop maintenance
There is a saying that goes: "You can't make hot tea on a cold table." This sentence can be said to be in line with the nature of wood, because the ambient temperature of the furniture cannot be suddenly cold or hot. For example, furniture with stone surfaces (such as tables, screens, etc.) cannot be placed outdoors in winter, nor can they be placed in the sun in summer to avoid cracking. The oil stains on the desktop can be wiped with alcohol. If there is no alcohol, it can also be wiped with high-proof liquor.
Part 3
Keep it dry
In areas where the four seasons change significantly, the maintenance of furniture is very particular. For example, after the dog days, in spring and autumn, the climate changes from damp to dry or from dry to damp. You should open the cabinet doors and drawers in time to let the furniture pass through the air synchronously inside and outside to avoid warping due to one side being too dry or too wet. Excessive sunlight exposure will damage the material of wooden furniture, causing the wood to crack or warp, so try to ensure that the furniture is not exposed to sunlight while keeping it moderately dry.
part 4
Waxing
After the furniture is used for years, the luster will gradually fade. In this case, you can soften the floor wax such as beeswax in the sun or by the stove, and use a day-old leather shoe brush to repeatedly scratch it, so that the brush is covered with many tiny melted wax particles. Then use this brush full of wax particles to brush the furniture repeatedly. This method is called "dry shaking wax". After the "dry shaking wax" treatment, the furniture that has lost its luster will immediately "be rosy". You can also use the purchased pellucid or floor wax to wax it directly. When waxing, it should be done after completely removing dust, otherwise wax spots will form or scratches will be caused by wear. When waxing, you should master the principle of starting from the shallow to the deep, from the point to the surface, and wax evenly step by step. Of course, the best way is to ask a professional manufacturer to wax.
part 5
Dealing with loose and falling parts
Don't be nervous if you encounter loose parts of furniture. You can try to plug and reinforce it with toothpicks, white glue or cardboard, and never use 502 to stick it. If a part of the furniture falls off (such as a drawer ring), the most important thing to pay attention to is to protect the fallen part and never put it randomly to avoid losing it over time or abandoning it for other reasons. Otherwise, once it can be repaired, it is almost impossible to find an original part if you can't find the fallen part. It is best to find an expert to repair it. Never use chemical products such as tape to glue it to avoid improper handling.
part 6
Dust removal
Many solid wood furniture has carved parts or complex hollow parts, which are particularly prone to dust accumulation. You can use soft cotton cloth to wipe it, but remember two points:
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Do not use a towel. Because the hair of the towel is a small ring structure composed of threads, it will not damage the carvings, corners and small split parts of the wood grain of the furniture;
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Do not use a wet cloth. After the moisture in the wet cloth mixes with the dust, it will form particles. Once rubbed, it will damage the surface of the furniture. At the least, it will damage the original patina of the furniture, and at the worst, it will cause the surface of the furniture to crack in the future. If there is too much dirt, you can wipe it repeatedly with a damp cloth that has been dried. You can also use a vacuum cleaner to remove dust from complex parts of the furniture (such as carved parts, hollow parts, etc.).
part 7
Reasonable placement
The placement of furniture is also related to maintenance. When placing counters, cabinets, and tables, keep a distance of one centimeter from the wall and do not place them close to the wall. Because water will corrode furniture, make it damp, and damage the wax layer or patina on the surface of the furniture, which will damage the wood. Do not put heavy objects or blunt objects on furniture with drawers to avoid crushing and scratching them, and do not step on them, especially in dry seasons, which are the easiest to damage. Solid wood furniture also has a "life". Proper maintenance and care can extend the service life of solid wood furniture.
