Congratulations: You have purchased what we believe is the best dining room table available and because we love it, we are supplying you these free extra instructions to make sure you get the very best from your furniture.
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Do not place hot items directly on your furniture. Use coasters to protect the surface against hot, damp and coloured objects (colour may come off). Do not use cork coasters as damp can pass right through and into the surface of the item. Always protect the surface when using sharp utensils. Moisture is the worst enemy of all wooden furniture and therefore any spilt liquid must be wiped off immediately. The tabletop should not be covered with an airtight material such as plastic or an oil cloth for more than 12 hours. Never place furniture too close to radiators or heaters. In order to keep the colour of the wood, direct sunlight should be avoided as much as possible.
All cleaning and treatment should be done along the graining of the wood.
Oil Treated Surfaces:
An oil treated piece of furniture has had a natural treatment that gives a rustic appearance. Oil treatment enhances the natural differences of the wood and just as various parts of an item will absorb the oil differently, they may also dry out in a different pace, giving the item an uneven appearance. This is natural. It may therefore be necessary to oil before use. We recommend Natural oil or White oil available here under "Accessories" for maintaining oil treated furniture.
Application: Always clean the surface before treating it with oil. If the surface is scratched, grind it carefully along the graining using a soft grinding sponge (grit 220). Clean the surface with a cloth well wrung out in lukewarm water added a few drops of uncolored washing-up liquid (pH neutral). If necessary add a few more drops of washingup liquid. Afterwards wipe the surface with a clean, dry cloth. Leave the wood to dry for about two hours after cleaning, before treating it with oil from Skovby Care Collection. Apply the oil directly onto the surface in an even, thin layer and rub it in gently with an uncolored cloth/sponge. After 2-3 minutes surplus oil is wiped off with a clean, dry cloth. It is very important that this is done while the surface is still wet. It will take the oil up to two days to harden completely and provide maximum protection. Repeat this treatment 2-3 times a year or when needed. Please note that before the oil has hardened it can rub off on clothing. This cannot be washed off.
Please also note that oil-soaked rags and sponges are liable to spontaneous combustion and therefore must be stored safely in airtight metal containers or burnt under supervision immediately after use.
Lacquered surfaces:
For daily cleaning wipe the furniture with a clean cloth well wrung out in lukewarm water - if necessary added a few drops of washingup liquid per litre of water - followed by wiping with a clean, dry cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners such as scouring powders or creams. Repairs should only be carried out by a professional workshop.
Laminate surfaces:
For daily cleaning of a laminate tabletop we recommend wiping it with a cloth firmly wrung out in lukewarm water. Afterwards wipe the surface with a clean, dry cloth. If the surface needs a more thorough cleaning you can use washing-up liquid (a few drops per liter of water). Wipe it afterwards with a clean, moist cloth and finally a clean, dry cloth. Do not use scouring powder or nylon sponges as these will mat or scratch the laminate. Basic cleaning First of all clean the surface with a fat-dissolving cleaning agent that does not contain abrasives. Remove the cleaning agent with a cloth firmly wrung out in clean water to avoid discolorations. Finally wipe the table with a clean, dry cloth. Avoid water and strong cleaning agents on the wooden edges. These are wiped with a clean cloth firmly wrung out in clean water and afterwards wiped with a clean, dry cloth. Stains and damages Fat, oil, felt pen marks etc can be removed with acetone, thinner or benzene. Then clean with a cloth firmly wrung in clean water and finally wipe the surface with a clean, dry cloth. Never use acidic detergents, wax or any kind of furniture polish, as these may cause permanent discoloration. Do not use solvents on the wooden edges of the HPL surface.
The beauty of the Skovby range is plain for all to see, but the true genius of this table is the way it effortlessly transforms from a four seater to a nine seater. Unlike other extendable tables, this one will have your guests captivated by it's unique design and innovative configuration. .
