Wood is a durable material. It is easy to regularly maintain oiled wooden furniture is easy and, in the long term, it is very effective. The oil protects the wood from drying out and enhances the natural ability of the surface to resist dirt and grime. To achieve the optimum result, we recommend that you oil your furniture 3-4 times a year, or as needed when the wood seems dry and no longer repels water.

Tips for SOAP WOOD:

Carry out every-day cleaning using a hard-wrung cloth.
Never use steel wool for cleaning.
Avoid the use of alcohol, petrol, ammonia, chlorine or other powerful cleaning agents.
For difficult stains, we recommend washing the wood using Guardian Wood Cleaner.
If the wood ”expands” (becomes rough), sand it lightly using fine sandpaper (grit 200-240) – never use steel wool!
Always treat, clean or sand the wood along the grain of the wood.
Avoid placing hot and damp objects on the wood, as this may cause staining.
Avoid placing the furniture near powerful heat sources (wood stoves and radiators), as this may dry out the wood and cause small cracks.
Never permanently cover wood with airtight materials (waxed fabric) for extended periods of time.
When treating tabletops, treat both the top and bottom of the tabletop to minimise the risk of cracking and warping.

VIA Copenhagen - Care Kit for Soap treated wood