Wooden jewelry box care method

Wooden jewelry boxes are favored for their natural texture and elegance, but the characteristics of wood dictate that it needs special care. Master the following maintenance methods, can let your jewelry box long maintain the warmth and luster, and become an exquisite object to be handed down from generation to generation.

1. Daily maintenance points

1) Moisture-proof and anti-cracking

Avoid placing it in humid environments such as bathrooms, and place moisture-proofing agents during the rainy season.

Keep away from heating/air-conditioning vents to prevent cracking and deformation of the wood.

Ideal humidity is maintained between 45%-55%.

2) Cleaning Tips

Wipe with a slightly damp cotton cloth (wrung out until not dripping) every month, following the grain of the wood.

For stubborn stains, use a small amount of wood-specific cleaner, do not use alcohol.

Wipe with a dry cloth immediately after cleaning to prevent water penetration.

3) Placement taboos

Avoid direct sunlight on the window, ultraviolet rays will lead to color fading.

Don't contact with perfume, cosmetics and other chemicals directly.

2. Deep Maintenance Program

1) Regular oiling and maintenance

Quarterly maintenance with natural wood wax oil (beech/walnut, etc. applicable)

Take a small amount of oil and wipe with a lint-free cloth in a circular motion, and then wipe off the excess oil after 20 minutes.

2) Hardware maintenance

Brass hinges can be gently wiped with toothpaste to remove oxidized layer

Regularly apply a small amount of sewing machine oil to the hinges to keep them opening and closing smoothly.

(3) lining care

velvet liner with a soft brush to sweep the dust

silk liner to avoid friction, available silk special care agent

3. Seasonal precautions

>Rainy season: put cedar wood strips inside the box to >prevent insects and absorb moisture

>Winter: away from the floor heating, can be placed in a humidifier to maintain humidity

>Long-term unused: wrapped in cotton cloth and stored in a breathable cloth bag

Tips: Precious mahogany/lacquer jewelry box is recommended to ask professional master to do maintenance once a year. Through scientific maintenance, wooden jewelry box can not only guard your jewelry, its own texture will be more and more mellow with the precipitation of the years, and become a treasured work of art.