Solid wood doors
Wood is a natural “living” material and as such, even if we are talking about noble and well dried essences, it tends to react to the climatic variables of the environment, especially when these are extreme.
A correct maintenance of solid wood doors therefore begins with correct prevention, small precautions that are crucial to maintaining the beauty and uniqueness of the wood.
What to avoid
- Direct heat sources on furniture.
- Similarly, repeated and unfiltered exposure to sunlight can damage the treatments and stain the colour.
- Aggressive cleaners such as applying water to solid wood tend to deteriorate the texture, weaken the protective varnish and affect the grain of the element.
- For general cleaning never use acetone, trichloroethylene, ammonia, alcohol or stain removers.
How to clean
- Use a soft cloth for dust removal.
- Routine cleaning: wipe the door with a soft, slightly damp cloth.
- Basic cleaning: soft cloth soaked in a neutral, non-abrasive detergent. In this case, there are specific products on the market such as oily detergents for wood, but substances normally found in our pantry such as Marseille soap, vinegar and bicarbonate can also be used.
- Once a year, or at least every 6 months, it is a good idea to revitalise and nourish the door by applying (energetically and evenly) special polishing products such as linseed oil or walnut oil for dark furniture, but also the usual olive oil, which has obvious beneficial effects.
- It is preferable to use:
01 – Microfibre cloths for cleaning and drying.
02 – A well wrung out cloth to dry the entire surface of the door.
03 – Wool cloth for polishing.
There are many specific products on the market for the care of our kitchen wood. We recommend you to consult always with a trusted retailer, giving details of the type of wood used in your furnishing solution so as to optimally preserve the beauty of VAMA models for a long time.
