GENERAL CARE OF WOODEN SURFACES
Wood is a living material even after processing and is basically uncomplicated to care for. It can withstand wind, sun, rain and temperature fluctuations. Dusting with a clean, soft, lint-free cloth is usually sufficient for regular cleaning. Furniture polish can also freshen up the surface, acting like a cushion and protecting against scratches. It is important to change the cloth regularly, as dirt particles can damage the surface. Apply the polish sparingly and evenly, always wipe in the direction of the grain and continue polishing without applying pressure until the surface is dry - this creates a shine and a dirt-repellent protective film. Woods with coarse pores, such as oak or ash, should not be cleaned when damp, as moisture can transport dirt into the pores.
Removing rings left by glass
You should wipe away water stains immediately and then rub the affected area dry. Waxed surfaces can simply be treated with ‚Naturholz-Pflege-Wachs‘ (Natural Care Wax). Stubborn grey stains and water or alcohol marks on clear varnish surfaces can be removed or at least significantly diminished by ‚Möbel-Kur‘. (Furniture Care, article-number: 25002)
Abrasions and scratches
Abrasions and scratches on polished wood can be removed by dabbing the affected areas several times with a mixture of simple clear vinegar (vinegar essence must always be diluted in accordance with the manufacturer‘s instructions) and an equal proportion of neutral oil, and then repeated rubbing with a soft woollen cloth. Deep scratches can be filled with furniture wax with a matching colour shade. Depending on the surface they should be protected with lacquer or glaze, e.g. „Möbel-Kur“ (Furniture Care, article-number: 25002).
Pressure marks and dents
Dents are not a disaster: gently sand down any pressure marks with sandpaper, moisten the dent and then iron it out with a moist cloth and an iron. The cloth must be sufficiently damp and the iron must not come into direct contact with the wood.
After the surface has dried out completely you seal it again.
