Here are practical, easy-to-apply experiences to help you take care of wooden tables and chairs as new - without spending much effort or money.
1. Understand wood materials to choose the right cleaning method
Not all types of wood are "done" with the same cleaning method.
Natural wood such as peach blossoms, oats, red wood... are often more durable, but can easily lose color if used strong chemicals or cleaned incorrectly.
Industrial wood (MDF, HDF, MFC...) often has a surface coated with melamine or veneer, so if absorbed by water, it will quickly swell and peel.
Therefore, the first step is to determine the material for your home desks and chairs to choose the corresponding cleaning solution and method.
2. clean more often than to "general cleaning"
The longer the wooden furniture is not cleaned, the dirtier, sweeter, and the deeper the oil permeates, making it difficult to clean. Therefore, you should clean regularly at least twice a week by:
Use a soft, dry towel or a damp towel to ensure the surface is dusty.
For carved streaks and ditches, you can use soft palm trees and toothbrushes to clean old toothbrushes to remove the stuck dust.
Don't wait until the tables and chairs change color, become melty, or have a new smell to start trying to handle it - then it's too late.
3. Use available materials in the kitchen to clean wood
Dilution soap + warm water: Helps clean dirt and light sticks every day. Mix a few drops of dishwashing liquid with warm water, use a soft towel and rinse gently. Re-ry with a dry towel to avoid mold.
Fresh lemon or vinegar: Exfoliate with the stains, yellow stains, and long-lasting plaque of oil. Mix vinegar or lemon juice with warm water in the ratio of 1: 1:00 p.m. and then rinse with a clean towel.
Toothpaste + soft brush: For hard scars such as squid, feather, and dirt caused by food falling on for a long time. Drink gently, avoid scratching the surface.
Dark tea: Helps clean, deodorize and create natural shine for dark wood. Use a clean towel to absorb the cooling tea and wip all over the surface.
4. Absolutely avoid
Avoid using towels, iron spurs, or strong chemicals - which can easily cause scratches and flare wood.
Avoid using too much water - especially with industrial wood because it can easily cause swelling.
Avoid exposing yourself to direct sunlight after ahua - this will cause the wood to shrink and crack.
Avoid spraying glass and floor thoroughly on wooden furniture - these chemicals are not suitable and can easily damage the paint surface.
5. Periodic care helps prolong the life of tables and chairs
In addition to cleaning regularly, women should: Gently polish wooden furniture every 3-6 months with specialized wax or olive oil mixed with a few drops of vinegar.
Place wooden tables and chairs away from places with direct sunlight or a bit of humidity such as near windows without curtains, near the kitchen...
Use a tablecloth, glass panels, and plates, especially when placing hot or wet items on the table.
6. Sharing experiences from long-time carpentry workers
"Beautiful wood is kept by the owner. I once re-made a lim wooden table for a customer - the set of tables that has been shiny for more than 15 years, because she has been cleaning it every week with a tightly squeezed towel and shining it every 3 months with beeswax. With a little care, wooden furniture can last for decades, not deteriorate" - Mr. Nguyen Trong The, a long-time carpenter in Thanh Hoa shared.
