Any coating applied on wood is only as durable as the wood itself. As a natural product, wood will always need more care than some man-made surfaces, such as Laminates. Chemical Cleaners should not be used. Use only warm water and soap and do not soak the surface for a long period (remove any excess water immediately and this includes water spills and condensation from a cold drink). When placing a Living Plant on timber, it’s advisable to use a Tray or Plate so that the water or condensation or morning dew from the Plant could be contained within the Plate and not transfer (spill or drip) onto the Timber; resulting in watermarks. Avoid dragging objects on the surfaces as this will result in scratching which may only be removed by refinishing. It is wise to use Coasters to prevent heat transfer onto the Timber as that will result in popping or swelling. Also, Coasters could help prevent unsightly scratches too. Depending on the finish, you will need to maintain the timber product in various ways. But generally, do not store Wood under plastic, as Wood is a natural product and it needs to breathe. Storage under plastic encourages mildew to grow on the timber. Also, due to Timber’s need to breathe and adjust its inner Moisture Content (MC), slight warping or splitting may be common.

Indoor Timber Furniture: (finished with PU or NC lacquer) Apply non-abrasive, solvent-free cleaners with a soft cloth. Any use of harsh cleaners or solvent (like Thinner), will damage the surface and void any warranty. Avoid the use of strong detergents, glass cleaners and silicone-based products. Preferably, use products with natural ingredients. You can repair minor timber abrasions and scuffs by using Scratch-fix pens, or similar. PU or NC lacquer is not suitable for outdoor use as the varnish will crack and flak in the sun and rain. It must be borne in mind that even the best lacquer, correctly applied, remains a thin coat of protective material and may eventually break down. The life of the coating is beyond the control of the manufacturer and cannot be guaranteed.

(finished with PU or NC lacquer) Apply non-abrasive, solvent-free cleaners with a soft cloth. Any use of harsh cleaners or solvent (like Thinner), will damage the surface and void any warranty. Avoid the use of strong detergents, glass cleaners and silicone-based products. Preferably, use products with natural ingredients. You can repair minor timber abrasions and scuffs by using Scratch-fix pens, or similar. PU or NC lacquer is not suitable for outdoor use as the varnish will crack and flak in the sun and rain. It must be borne in mind that even the best lacquer, correctly applied, remains a thin coat of protective material and may eventually break down. The life of the coating is beyond the control of the manufacturer and cannot be guaranteed. Timber Furniture: Finished with Oil and/or Wax This finish helps to protect the wood from the elements as well as to prevent irregular stains from seeping into the timber. Timber needs to be re-oiled every 6 weeks; frequency depends on the harshness of the climate, usage and on the owner’s personal preference on the appearance of the wood. Clean and dry your timber prior to following manufacturer’s instructions on how to use the wood oil/wax.