A comprehensive understanding of mahogany furniture
1, mahogany furniture looks simple and symmetrical, and its natural color and texture are pleasant. Mahogany mainly adopts traditional techniques such as carving, mortise and tenon, inlay and curve made by China furniture. Mahogany furniture does not need wooden pins; Try not to glue where you can avoid it; You don't need to be autistic anywhere. That is, without any nails and adhesives. Therefore, the obvious nationality of mahogany furniture in shape and technology is the part that attracts many collectors. Many people refer to mahogany furniture as furniture and artistic furniture.
2. Redwood furniture, mainly made of rosewood and yellow gorgeous, is resplendent. Bold mahogany furniture, whether collected or practical, has a good market among the people. In contrast, mahogany furniture characterized by inlaid shells and silver wires is rare in the market now.
3. For the maintenance of mahogany furniture, you can use a soft brush or a foxtail broom to remove the dust on the surface of the furniture, and then slowly wipe it with a soft cloth such as cotton silk. Don't sweep the classical furniture with a feather duster, because it will scratch the surface of the furniture. Check regularly. If there are bugs, kill them with drugs immediately.
Second, the maintenance points of mahogany furniture knowledge
1, waxing. After using for one month, apply natural wood wax from the inside out. Thereafter, waxing is carried out regularly. Mahogany furniture should be thoroughly waxed with a waxing towel every month, once every three months or half a year. Usually only use a dry rag to wipe the dust, and try not to touch water and moisture.
2. Climate maintenance. Windows should be opened for ventilation in rainy season, and the temperature in the air-conditioned room must be kept at 15℃ to 25℃. Keep good humidity, and the ideal humidity is about 40%. If you use the air conditioner for a long time, you can put a basin of water next to it, and don't wipe the furniture with a wet cloth. When the climate is dry in autumn and winter, in order to keep the stability of the furniture wood and avoid the furniture from cracking due to the gradual drying of the climate, it is suggested to put a few pots of water near the furniture or use a humidifier indoors to keep the air moist. After entering winter, northern families usually turn on the heating, so keep the furniture away from the heating, at least one meter away;
3. Disposal of loose parts
In autumn and winter, due to dry air, furniture will shrink and some parts will be loose. In this case, friends don't have to panic, because mahogany furniture is made by traditional technology and has tenon-mortise structure, which is easy to happen. We can try to plug and fix the gap with toothpicks, cardboard and other things. Remember, never use 502 or other chemical glue to bond;
4. Placement of furniture
Mahogany furniture should be flat and upright, and four legs should not be on the same plane; The whole furniture should be vertical to the ground, otherwise it will easily lead to the deformation of the whole furniture and the door, which will eventually lead to cracking and shorten the service life of the furniture. In a bungalow, it is best not to put furniture close to the wall; When the furniture moves, it is best to move, not to pull it hard, otherwise it will easily lead to the cracking of the lower ends of the legs and feet; For furniture with drawers, it is best not to place heavy objects, so as not to deform the furniture due to heavy objects. It is suggested to drop a few drops of wax at the bottom of the drawer or on the drawer stile, which can reduce friction and prolong the service life of furniture.
The above is an introduction to the knowledge of mahogany furniture. You can learn about the maintenance methods, materials and effects after renovation.