How will you care for your woodwork?
Caring for a custom millwork project is essential to keeping it looking great for years to come. However, you should take into account the fact that its care can be a highly detailed and thorough process. Today we’re going to be going over the ins and outs of how you can care for your woodwork to keep it looking its best. Are you interested in learning more? Let’s take a look!
Small repairs will help with long term care.
When a part of your woodwork gets dinged or scratched, you may lose some of the beauty. However, wood stain is going to save you from having to replace the entire piece. Simply select a stain that is in the same color as your woodwork and apply gently with a paper towel. You can use shoe polish, or another thick paint to do the job as well. What really matters is the color of the stain or paint you are using. A color that is slightly off will definitely show, so make sure you shop for the right one the first time. You can also
Cleaning your woodwork will keep it looking fresh.
Don’t let your beautiful woodwork get dusty. Make sure that someone is going over it with a soft dust-cloth regularly. Using a gentle furniture polish, you can restore the shine and warmth to your woodwork. Always try to use gentle, organic products that don’t have a lot of harmful chemicals in them. Not only will they harm the wood over time, they will also make the cleaning process unnecessarily pungent. Most commercial furniture polishes and oils will provide a little shield for your woodwork, so make sure to go over it as needed. If you get something on the wood, a simple blend of soap and water will help to get the grime off. Make sure that you give the wood ample time to dry before placing items on it.
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