Oak dining room
furniture is an excellent addition to any dining space.
Furniture made of oak last for long, since oak is a type of hardwood that does
not fall prey to damage caused due to excessive usage. Since dining room
furniture items cannot be replaced very often, most families prefer purchasing oak dining room furniture sets that can
last a lifetime when maintained well. The good news is that you need not spend
hours and put in excessive effort to retain oak furniture in their prime.
The
first step to ensure longevity of oak dining room furniture is to ensure it is not placed in a spot that receives
excessive sunlight. The UV rays of the sun can damage the surface of this
furniture and can lead to cracks that are a result of dryness. Place it away
from the windows or ensure you pull the blinds close during summers to prevent
direct sunlight from falling on it.
The
dining table is an integral part of dining
room furniture sets. Oak dining tables should be cleaned after every meal
to prevent food from decaying on the table. Decaying food not just emits foul
odor, it also leads to the formation of stains that cannot be removed easily.
Food spilt on the table and left unattended for long can also lead to mold or
fungal formation which can damage oak furniture.
Using
a good wood polish at least thrice a year is highly recommended if you intend
to preserve the sheen of oak dining room
furniture sets. In addition to protecting the final finish, a good wood
polish also makes it easier to clean oak dining room furniture. You can prevent
oak dining room furniture from
termite attacks, but applying a coat of anti-termite polish at least twice a
year.
