Solid wood is a natural product and therefore sensitive to flunctuations in sunlight and poor humidity. Poor humidity can cause the wood to shrink or expand, causing it to deform or crack slightly over time. Maintain a relative humidity between 50-60% to minimize the effect of the wood. Side note: The effect of the wood is a natural feature and is therefore not a reason for complaint.
PEFC and FSC supplier
Artifort strives to minimize the environmental impact of its activities, products and services. One of the pillars of this is the maximum use of wood from sustainable forest management. To achieve this, 100% of the timber purchased by Artifort comes from PEFC and FSC certified timber suppliers.
Maintenance of oak wood with an oil finish
Oak wood furniture is a natural product and is treated with a coloured oil. This allows for various appearances while keeping the beautiful structure of the oak base material visible. The oil used by Artifort, Rubio Monocoat, forms a molecular bond with the base material, resulting in excellent durability and wear resistance. If desired, you can make use of the set ‘Monocoat Onderhoudspakket Meubels’. Available through monocoatwebshop.
Maintenance instructions
- Never place wet, hot, or cold items directly on the tabletop; always use coasters. This prevents irreparable damage to the tabletop, such as rings.
- Use a placemat under each plate to avoid scratching the table.
- Clean the tabletop with an almost dry cloth to remove dirt. Artifort does not recommend cleaning the table top daily with too much water.
- Gently absorb liquid spills with a clean, soft, and absorbent cloth, or use kitchen paper. Absorb the liquid by placing the cloth on the spill without rubbing or wiping. This technique helps prevent the liquid from spreading and minimises the risk of stains or damage.
Maintenance tips for cleaning products
- Artifort advises choosing a mild cleaning product in case of dirt.
- Never use more than the prescribed dosage of the cleaning product and ensure that a mild cleaning product is used.
- Avoid aggressive cleaners and chemicals, such as chlorine and turpentine. When these chemicals come into contact with the treated surface, they can cause stains that are very difficult to remove.
- Use a soft, clean cloth to prevent scratches and other damage.
Maintenance wax
Artifort designs with the oil finish 'Intense black O6' contain a hard wax oil. The wear-resistant matte hard wax requires standard maintenance. Using a damp cloth with mild detergents is sufficient. Scratches on the table top cannot be removed manually. A new wax layer must be applied. We recommend contacting your Artifort partner.
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