The Complete Wood Care Guide with Oranje Furniture Care
Wooden furniture looks its best when you know exactly what material you're dealing with. The type of wood, the finish, and the correct maintenance together determine how long your furniture will stay beautiful.
Wood is alive. It works, discolors, and develops character. With the right maintenance, you ensure that this process proceeds beautifully instead of detracting from its appearance.
At Pootendop.nl, we are happy to help you with that. That's why we offer a complete range of Oranje Furniture Care products: maintenance products also used by furniture makers and professionals. Think of care kits, furniture oil, wax polish, cleaners, and touch-up pens.
In this guide, you will read:
- which wood types are most common
- what characteristics belong to them
- what finishes are used
- how to clean and maintain your furniture
- which product you need for your situation
Wood Types and Their Characteristics
Each type of wood requires a different approach. Below you will find the most commonly used types and how best to maintain them.
Oak Wood
Strong, classic, and versatile.
Characteristics:
- hard and wear-resistant
- light to medium brown
- porous, absorbs oil well
Maintenance:
- oiled → clean with Wood Cleaner, then furniture oil
- lacquered → Wood Care Kit Matt Lacquered
- waxed → wax polish (natural or medium brown)
Mango Wood
Warm and lively, with a lot of character.
Characteristics:
- medium-hard
- visible color variations
- slightly porous
Maintenance:
- oiled → Wood Care Kit Oiled
- lacquered → Wood Care Kit Matt Lacquered
- small damages → touch-up pens
Teak Wood
Luxurious appearance and naturally oily.
Characteristics:
- contains natural oils
- good resistance to moisture
- warm golden-brown color
Maintenance:
- refresh → Wood Cleaner + furniture oil
- protection → Teakfix or Wood Care Kit
- antique teak → dark brown wax polish
Acacia Wood
Strong, modern, and distinctive.
Characteristics:
- hard and durable
- deep, warm color
- striking wood grain
Maintenance:
- oil → Wood Care Kit Oiled
- wax oil → Wood Care Kit Wax Oil
- lacquer → Wood Care Kit Matt Lacquered
Beech Wood
Light and sleek, but sensitive to moisture.
Maintenance:
- lacquered → Wood Care Kit Matt Lacquered
- oiled → natural furniture oil
Walnut Wood
Dark, luxurious, and timeless.
Maintenance:
- oil → furniture oil
- lacquer → Wood Care Kit Matt Lacquered
- extra depth → dark brown wax polish
Pine and Spruce
Softwoods with a rustic appearance.
Characteristics:
- sensitive to scratches
- light in color
- porous
Maintenance:
- oil → furniture oil
- wax → wax polish
- lacquer → Wood Care Kit Matt Lacquered
- damages → repair kit
Rubberwood
Durable and even-toned.
Maintenance:
- lacquer → Wood Care Kit Matt Lacquered
- oil → furniture oil
MDF, Veneer, and Wood Composites
Note: do not sand. The top layer is thin.
Maintenance:
- always lacquer → Wood Care Kit Matt Lacquered
- clean → Wood Cleaner for lacquer
- do not use oil
Finishes and the Right Maintenance
The finish determines which product you need.
Oil
Penetrates the wood and nourishes from within.
Maintenance:
- furniture oil
- clean with Wood Cleaner Oiled
Wax Oil
Protects and deepens the color.
Maintenance:
- Wood Care Kit Wax Oil
Wax Polish
Traditional protection, especially for classic furniture.
Maintenance:
- first clean
- then apply thin wax polish
Lacquer
Protective topcoat.
Maintenance:
- Wood Care Kit Matt Lacquered
- do not use oil
Cleaning: Always the First Step
Good maintenance starts with cleaning.
Wood Cleaners from Oranje Furniture Care:
- remove grease and dirt
- are safe for wood
- ensure better adhesion of maintenance products
Wood Repair
Hardwax
For deeper damage such as scratches and dents.
- melt and fill
- combine multiple colors for the right shade
Touch-up Pens
For small scratches and color differences.
- always start with a light color
- work up to darker if necessary
Brief Maintenance Advice per Situation
- dull table → furniture oil
- lacquered table → Wood Care Kit Matt Lacquered
- wax oil furniture → Wood Care Kit Wax Oil
- antique furniture → wax polish
- small scratches → touch-up pen
- deep damage → hardwax repair kit
- dirt or stains → Wood Cleaner
Finally
Good maintenance doesn't have to be complicated, as long as you know what you have.
With the right combination of wood type, finish, and maintenance product, you ensure that your furniture remains beautiful for years to come.
If you have any doubts, we are happy to help you choose the right product.