Wood Care Guide

Finish

Unless otherwise specified, Heal's wood furniture is usually finished in a durable clear matt lacquer. This provides an easy to care for durable finish that doesn't compromise the natural beauty of the wood grain. Some of our oak furniture has an oiled finish - please see oiled oak care guide below.

Care

Solid woods, which are used in the making of Heal's furniture, may expand and skrink with differences in temperature and humidity. Take care not place your furniture next to radiators or anywhere subject to any excessive changes in temperature or moisture content.

We recommend that all kitchenware and beverages should be placed on mats and any spillages should be wiped up immediately.

Cleaning

To clean the wood finish, wipe with a damp cloth and buff with a dry cloth. In the event of more stubborn marks, then a solution of mild detergent should be used on the cloth.

Silicone based polishes should not be used on the wood as they will build up and leave a sticky residue on the surface.

Finish

Some of Heal’s furniture comes in a pre-oiled finish. This oil finish is applied by hand and enhances the open grained appearance of the wood and gives it a slightly darker matt finish than lacquer. This gives it more of a ‘rustic’ appearance. Oiled wood will retain a matt appearance over time. Heal's oiled furniture is finished with an Eco friendly Linseed based oil.

Care

The furniture will already have been pre-oiled but it is recommended that you apply an additional two coats of oil within a 48 hour period of taking delivery of the table. Furthermore we would recommend that you oil the table surface on a six month to yearly basis depending on usage to prolong the surface durability. Take care not to over-oil the table. Waxoil kits are available from any Heal's store.

Please note that these pieces of furniture are often made entirely out of solid wood and it should always be remembered that they should not be exposed directly to excessive heat or moisture. For instance, do not place your furniture immediately adjacent to radiators and in the event of any spillages, wipe up all liquids as soon as possible before the liquid has the opportunity to soak into the wood.

Cleaning

Do not use any wax of silicone spray polishes. In order to clean the table, simply wipe down with a soft, barely damp cloth to remove any dust. In case of stubborn marks, then a solution of mild detergent such as washing up liquid should be used on the cloth. Avoid the use of scourers or bleaches. In the event of severe spillages and stains then the surface can be re-sanded and re-oiled. However it is recommended that you consult our customer services department or a professional furniture restorer before doing so (This method should only be carried out if the furniture is made of solid wood).

Please Note: Never place hot items (e.g. casserole dishes straight from the oven, saucepans or hot chinaware such as plates or mugs), directly onto the table without using a heat resistant mat or trivet. As direct heat will draw out the moisture in the wood and will leave a ring mark ingrained into the wood.