Guidelines for Protecting your Wood Coffee Table
Most of us enjoy having a beautiful wood coffee table in our homes, but worry about maintaining its beauty, as our everyday activities can easily damage the surface and take away from its luster. Here are some simple tips on how to protect your wood coffee table so you can preserve its timeless beauty:
Avoid exposing it to high humidity, direct sunlight and liquids
Make sure to keep your wood coffee table away from heaters, radiators and air vents as these cause wood to expand and shrink, damaging its structure over time. Additionally, direct sunlight and moisture can also ruin a wood’s finish and leave it looking dull and lackluster. If a liquid spills onto the surface, mop it up quickly to avoid staining the wood.
Place coasters and placemats on the table
Using coasters and placemats on the wood coffee table helps to avoid ring marks and scratches caused by beverage glasses, candleholders and other items placed on the surface. However, you should also ensure that the placemats you use have a non-slip backing to avoid the table’s surface from being scratched.
Frequently clean and polish your wood coffee table
Dust, dirt, and other particles tend to accumulate on the surface quickly. Regularly cleaning the coffee table with a dust cloth should help to protect the wood’s finish. You can also use a polish or wax specifically made for furniture to give it a fresh and glossy finish.
Get some extra protection with a protective sealant or lacquer
If you want to give your wood coffee table some extra protection from wear and tear, you can apply a protective sealant or lacquer to it. This will give longer-lasting protection against possible damage and bring out the wood’s natural colour and luster.
Always handle with care
Finally, it’s important to handle the wood coffee table with care. Avoid placing heavy items on its top, and when moving it, always lift the table rather then dragging it.
Following these simple tips should help you to protect and maintain the beauty of your wood coffee table so you can enjoy it for years to come.
