SOAPED TIMBER AND UNTREATED WOOD

SOAPED TIMBER AND UNTREATED WOOD

Only solid wood furniture is available untreated. Untreated wooden surfaces are very sensitive to dirt, fat and liquids. Very humid environments can raise the fibres in the wood, which makes the surface less smooth. Coloured liquids can cause very deep spots.

Both untreated and soap treated woods age very beautifully and develop a patina almost immediately upon use and over time. As the surface becomes more treated through everyday use and washing in soap solutions, it will also grow more resistant to dirt.

DAILY CLEANING

Use a clean dry soft cloth
Lukewarm water and wrung well
Wipe clean ensuring no excess water remains
Dirt and spots of oils should be removed with a light solution of soap water

MAINTENANCE

Twice per year, furniture should be washed with a soap solution
Please seek a professional to soap furniture
Use 1 Cup of Lux soap flakes to 1 L of warm water or adjust quantities as needed
Stir the mixture constantly until you have a milky consistency
You can give the surface a light sand with 240 grit paper following the grain line of the timber
Ensure your furniture is wiped clean of any dust with a soft damp cloth
After the spots have been removed the entire wooden surface must be covered in the soapy solution using a cloth
Distribute the soap solution evenly to all surfaces, but be careful not to soak the furniture
Dry off with a soft cloth wrung well and following the direction of the grain

SOAP FLAKE RECOMMENDATIONS

For many of the materials in our range, we recommend using boiled, then cooled water, to which pure soap flakes should be added for more
thorough cleaning. It is important to take care when choosing soap flakes, as many manufacturers add chemical additives that may react negatively with natural materials such as leather and wood.
Our suppliers recommend to use Saebespånerby soap flakes that can be found HERE
Use white natural soap flakes - never brown soap
Use soap flakes that are free of bleaches or lighteners
Use soap flakes that are free of perfumes
If in doubt, use organic soap flakes that are allergy-tested and free of any added substances such as fragrances