Spring Solid Wood Furniture Maintenance Guide | Home Made Mall

Spring Solid Wood Furniture Maintenance Guide | Home Made Mall | Home Made Mall

With the arrival of spring, the "back to south" phenomenon and the plum rain season, solid wood furniture is susceptible to moisture. Understanding the characteristics of solid wood furniture and the reasons for moisture damage, and mastering effective prevention and maintenance techniques, will help keep your furniture dry and beautiful. Home Made Mall provides professional advice to help you easily cope with humid environments.

As spring arrives, the "back to south" phenomenon and the plum rain season follow one after another. Due to the natural "growth" characteristics of solid wood, it is easily affected by changes in the natural environment. Some friends worry about their solid wood furniture getting damp, so Home Made Mall is here to provide a detailed explanation this time.

In fact, as long as proper prevention and maintenance are done, these situations can be effectively avoided or reduced!

Can solid wood furniture get damp? Under what circumstances is it prone to dampness?

Solid wood furniture undergoes multiple processes such as drying, and after being sealed with clear lacquer, wood wax oil, and other coatings, it will not get damp under normal use. However, in some southern regions (such as Guangdong, Guangxi, and Hainan) during the "back to south" or plum rain season, if furniture is exposed to an environment with humidity above 80% for a long time, it may experience dampness. Friends in northern regions generally do not need to worry about this issue.

Home Made Mall summarizes three main causes of dampness in solid wood furniture:

1. Wood characteristics: Solid wood furniture is made from natural wood, which inherently has pores. When humidity is high, the moisture in the wood cannot evaporate in time, easily creating a humid environment.
2. Increased humidity: During the rainy season, air humidity is high, and solid wood furniture absorbs excessive moisture, providing a "breeding ground" for mold.
3. Poor ventilation: If there is poor ventilation at home, the furniture surface will remain damp for a longer time, making it more prone to mold.

How to prevent solid wood furniture from getting damp?

• Dehumidification and ventilation: Mop the floor with hot salt water; the high temperature of hot water can accelerate evaporation. Use a dehumidifier or the dehumidification function of an air conditioner to control indoor humidity between 40%-60%. Place desiccants, dehumidifying sachets, or coffee grounds in enclosed spaces such as furniture drawers and cabinets, and replace them regularly. Open windows for ventilation on sunny days, but be sure to close doors and windows during humid weather.
• Proper furniture placement: Solid wood furniture should be placed away from doors, windows, and walls to avoid direct contact with moisture. It is recommended to maintain a gap of about 1 cm between the furniture and the wall. If furniture is placed in a humid area on the floor, you can place moisture-proof mats under the furniture legs.
• Regular cleaning and maintenance: Regularly wipe the furniture surface with a soft cloth to remove dust and water stains, preventing residue that could lead to moisture absorption by the wood. Every 6-12 months, apply specialized furniture wax or cleaner to the solid wood furniture to form a protective film.



What to do if furniture gets damp?

If you purchased a product from Home Made Mall, you can rest assured! Our main materials are carefully selected FAS-grade North American wood, which undergoes strict drying treatment, with a moisture content controlled between 8-12%, thereby reducing the occurrence of the aforementioned situations. If problems arise due to extreme environmental conditions, please contact Home Made Mall or our after-sales service personnel. Our products come with a warranty, so you have no worries about after-sales service.



If slight mildew appears, don't worry too much. Learn the following methods to easily handle it yourself at home:

• Mold removal: If water droplets or slight mold spots appear on the furniture surface, wipe them clean with a cotton cloth, then use a mild cleaner to remove the mold spots, and then air dry. For severe mold spots, you can gently wipe the mildew with baking soda + white vinegar, and test in an inconspicuous area to avoid fading and affecting the appearance of the furniture. Do not use alcohol or bleach. Then apply a mixture of preservative and water-based paint to the furniture to prevent re-dampening.
• Deformation repair: If dampness causes furniture to deform or expand, slight warping can be flattened with a heavy object, and wood wax oil can be applied to lock in moisture balance. For severe cases, it is recommended to contact professional after-sales service for repair, as improper operation may have an adverse effect and damage the furniture.