All our wooden items are made (with a few exceptions specified in the description) from natural wood that is UNTREATED after drying, which means they retain all the beauty and authenticity of the raw material.
We believe in offering environmentally-friendly, chemical-free furniture to protect the health of your home and the planet. However, it is essential to take certain recommendations into account:
Characteristics of untreated wood :
Maintenance: Untreated wood generally requires special care to maintain its natural appearance. We recommend using natural oils or beewax to nourish the wood and protect it from stains. Avoid prolonged exposure to humidity, which can cause swelling and warping.
Knots and natural variations: Untreated wood retains its natural characteristics, such as knots, color variations and grain. These are not defects, but rather signs of the wood's authenticity, adding character and unique charm to each piece. These features may differ from item to item, and this is what makes each piece of wooden furniture unique.
Wood yellowing: Exposure to light, particularly sunlight (UV rays), and the natural oxidation of wood can cause your furniture to yellow slightly. This is a natural process. To reduce natural imperfections, such as a knot or excessive yellowing, or if the different variations in the wood are not to your liking, the appearance of the wood can be evened out with paint. Paint can also offer additional protection against external elements such as humidity or UV rays, which could alter the wood over time. As well as enhancing the appearance of wood, paint can help prolong the life of your furniture. You are free to choose the paint that suits you best. But make sure it's environmentally friendly and free from toxic substances. That way, you can enjoy the look you love while staying true to your ecological values. You can also lightly sand your furniture.
Insect sensitivity: As untreated wood has not undergone chemical treatment after drying, it may be more susceptible to insect attack, such as woodworm. Although this is rare, we recommend placing your furniture in a dry, well-ventilated environment. If necessary, natural and ecological treatments are available to protect your furniture.
How can you tell if wood is infested by a woodworm? Small holes in the wood: Woodworms burrow into the wood. If you see several small holes on the surface (1 to 2 mm in diameter), this may indicate that the wood is infested. Wood dust (sawdust): You may find fine wood dust around or under the holes in the wood. This sawdust is produced by the larvae as they burrow into the wood. If you see sawdust, you need to react quickly and treat your wood. You can contact a professional to confirm the infestation and apply an appropriate treatment. There are preventive and curative treatments available, including natural and environmentally-friendly products to protect wood. By regularly observing your wooden furniture, especially if it's untreated, you can detect signs of infestation in good time and take the necessary steps to protect your furniture.
Here are some useful tips for minor damage to your furniture
For very small damage: Use an iron and a damp cloth. Method: Place a damp cloth over the damage area, then gently apply the hot iron to it for a few seconds. The heat and moisture can help straighten the wood fibers, reducing the appearance of the damage. This method works best on untreated or lightly oiled wood.
To repair minor damage:
with homemade wood paste: you'll need wood dust (ideally of the same type as the furniture), wood glue. Method: Mix wood dust with a little wood glue to create a paste. Apply this paste to the scratch or dent and leave to dry. Once dry, sand lightly to even out the surface. This method fills scratches while respecting the color and texture of the wood. buy a commercial wood paste.
Be careful of the color of your wood. You can also use beeswax or wood wax: Method: Apply beeswax or a specific wood wax to damaged areas. The wax can help fill in small scratches and nourish the wood, restoring its smooth, even appearance. Rub the wax well into the wood with a soft cloth.
To repair deeper damages or major scratches: lightly sand the affected area with fine sandpaper (180 to 220 grit), always in the direction of the wood grain. After sanding, apply either wood filler to fill the void, wax, or a coat of oil or natural varnish to restore the wood's finish (depending on what's already on your wood).