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Inlay and Carved Wooden Furnitures Grain - the stripes in the wood created by growth rings which may be tight, indicating slow growth, widely spaced, indicating quick growth, or any variation in between. Different woods have distinct grain patterns that help identify them. Figure - the pattern in the wood that gives it a unique appearance that may be wavy, tiger striped, curly, flaming, or many other variations. Burl - an unusual growth on a tree that may be caused by a virus or bacteria, often resulting in a highly figured piece of wood. |
Types of Wood : The differences between hard, soft and plywoods
The quality of the wood used for furniture is measured by its beauty, its stability (how well it wears over time), how easy it is to work with, how well it resists shrinking and cracking and how well it takes stain and finish. Some woods are always in demand for furniture because of their beauty, strength, grain and workability. Historically, some of the most popular are walnut, mahogany, rosewood, maple, cherry, teak and oak. To prevent the over-harvesting of these and other popular woods, it is preferable to find pieces made from plantation-grown trees and sustainable sources. Furniture makers are also turning their attentions to lesser known woods, such as agathis, for their needs. A kiln-dried wood is one that has been properly heated to remove moisture. This prevents the wood from warping or cracking over time. Hardwoods are not necessarily hard, nor are softwoods always soft.
A hardwood comes from a broadleafed, or nonneedled tree, like maple, cherry or mahogany. These woods are frequently used in furniture construction, and usually don't have a hard surface. This can indicate a greater strength or stability; but those very qualities can also make hardwoods difficult to work with for certain purposes, such as intricate carving and detail work. Softwoods , or wood from needle-bearing trees such as pine or cedar, are also used in furniture making, frequently when easily carved or worked wood is needed. Since their surfaces are often soft, they are more susceptible to marks and dings, but these marks can result in a weathered or worn quality that is appropriate or appealing in certain pieces. The term solid wood does not mean that one single piece of wood was used throughout the piece, nor does it necessarily mean that all the wood throughout the piece is solid. Generally the term means that all the exposed pieces of wood are solid; those areas of the piece that are hidden from view, like the back of an armoire, for example, may be something else, like plywood. Plywood is made from thin sheets of wood material that have been bonded together, usually with heat and glue. Frequently a plywood will be surfaced with a high-grade veneer. Construction of 5-ply or 7-ply boards can offer great strength, stability and durability, so the use of plywood (as opposed to solid wood) in furniture construction is not necessarily a bad thing. Some plywoods are stronger and lighter than wood, and they are usually less expensive. For these reasons, manufacturers sometimes use plywood in non-visible areas of furniture construction where strength is paramount.
Wood Furniture Cleaning
Cleaning and polishing your wood furnishings on a regular basis will help to extend the life of the finish on your furniture. Build-up of dust, dirt and food particles will attract foreign contaminates on your wood surfaces. This accelerates the deterioration of the finish by weakening and softening it. Thoroughly clean your wood furniture and cabinets after heavy use. For example, clean the wood in your kitchen after extensive cooking, as large amounts of dirt and dust may have settled on the wood. If you have older or antique furniture, use an oil-based cleaning product, which will help clean and condition the wood. We recommend using an oil-based cleaner approximately once per month. Polish furniture with newer finishes approximately once per week. Many furniture polishes contain a high percentage of silicone. Silicone-based polishes can seep through the finish into the wood, which may cause permanent damage over time. Silicone may also raise the sheen off the original finish and damage the wood. Dust frequently with a clean, damp, (not wet) 100% cotton cloth. Clean up spills immediately using a blotting action, not a wiping action. Avoid placing furniture in direct sunlight. It will cause the finish to fade and crack. Arrange furniture directly away from radiators and heating and cooling vents. Avoid extreme change in humidity. This can cause warping and cracking. Do not place plastic or rubber objects on the wood. Some rubbers and plastic can melt into the finish, leaving residue and can also soften the finish. Protect the surface using trivets or table pads, particularly when placing heated surfaces on the wood. To prevent water rings, always make coasters easily accessible. One of the best coasters to use is one made of wood that is felt or cork underneath and has an absorbent material to rest the glass on. Metal coasters tend to sweat on to the table, and the chemicals in a plastic coaster may react with the high tech finishes used on furniture. Avoid placing furniture directly in front of radiators, heat runs or fireplaces. Don't expose hardwood furniture to continuous direct sunlight. Draw the curtains occasionally. Store table leaves as close as possible to the table. Keep them in an upstairs closet rather than in a damp basement, so that the table leaves are adjusting to the same relative humidity.
