Wood & Wood Veneers
Instructions for All Wood Furniture
- Moisture and heat can damage any wood finish. Protect your furniture by using coasters and trivets. Always wipe up moisture promptly and dry with a soft cloth. 
- Avoid dragging sharp or rough objects across the surface of your wood furniture. Use adhesive felt pads, trivets, coasters and placemats to help prevent scratches. 
- Avoid direct contact with rubber bumpers and candle wax as it may react with the wood's finish and leave a stain. 
- Wood will expand and contract with seasonal humidity changes. Maintain consistent humidity levels to minimize movement in the wood and prevent warping. 
- Over time, air and sunlight will change the color of natural wood. Occasionally rotate the items placed on your wood furniture to allow a more uniform color to develop. Expose table leaves to the same amount of air and sunlight as your table. 
- Care for your wood furniture according to its finish. 
- Apply Room & Board Wood Cleaner for daily or deep cleaning on all of your interior or exterior wood surfaces. Simply spray and wipe clean with a cloth. 
Lacquer, Paint or Stain
- Lacquered, painted or stained wood is susceptible to scratches. Use adhesive felt pads, trivets, coasters and placemats to protect your furniture. 
- Use a slightly damp cloth to clean as needed. Wipe dry. 
- For persistent spots, gently clean with a soft cloth and a solution of water and mild detergent. Wipe dry. 
- Do not use cleaning products containing ammonia, alcohol or petroleum. 
- Avoid furniture polish as it can accumulate over time and leave a residue. 
Oil-and-Wax or Oiled
- Use a slightly damp cloth to clean as needed. Wipe dry. 
- Treat your furniture annually, or more often, if the wood seems dry. 
- To maintain the wood, we recommend treating it as needed with Howard Products Feed-N-Wax Wood Polish or Osmo Wood Wax Finish, following the manufacturer’s instructions when applying.