Small 1x1 of wood care: How are hotel beds made of wood properly cared for?

For everyday cleaning to remove minor soiling, use a dry, lint-free cloth, preferably cotton. If the stain does not want to go away, the cloth can also be slightly damp. More stubborn dirt can be cleaned with warm water and a special furniture soap. Then wipe dry so that no moisture remains on the surface, which causes water marks and swelling of the wood. To make wood shine again, the bed can be treated with a professional care oil for furniture or with natural vegetable oils. Leave on for ten minutes and then polish off thoroughly with a dry cotton cloth. This will remove excess oil and keep the surface from sticking.

In addition to oil, maintenance with wax is also possible. The application follows the same steps as the oil treatment - however, oil is easier to absorb and process than viscous wax. After about twenty minutes enough wood wax has penetrated the surface. Careful polishing creates a high-quality shine. Attention: If too much wax remains – for example in depressions – this encourages unwanted dirt deposits. In general, waxed surfaces appear smoother and they are more protected from moisture. However, the wax closes the pores and the natural breathability of the wood is restricted. Only with a gently impregnating oiling are the positive properties fully retained. Apart from the different advantages and disadvantages, both oil and wax make do with natural ingredients.