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Care of Solid Hardwood Tables
With proper care your solid hardwood table can provide
years of pleasure for your family. Here are some tips to be
sure you get the most from your table:
- Maintain a humidity-controlled environment. Your home
should be kept in the 35-45% humidity range to prevent
warping and cracking.
- Keep table out of continued direct sunlight and away from
heat sources such as furnace ducts, radiators and fireplaces.
- Use coasters and trivets with non-scratching bottoms
underneath glasses and serving dishes placed on the table.
- Store table leaves in or close to the table to maintain
consistent environmental conditions.
- Avoid placing sharp objects that could scratch the surface
directly on the table.
- Avoid the use of nail polish remover, alcohol or other
solvents near the table.
- Dust table often and carefully with a soft cloth following
the grain pattern to remove abrasive dust particle.
- Periodically clean table with a mild, non-alkaline soap and
water using a soft sponge or cloth. Dry immediately with
soft cloth and buff lightly following wood grain.
- Avoid polish that contains any silicones. Ask your retailer
to recommend a polish.
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